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Retired K9 Mika Receives Nine-year Service Crystal
Retired K9 Mika from the Montana Highway Patrol received her nine-year service crystal on January 29th. She received the award from Lieutenant Colonel Kyle Hayter. Sergeant Kilpela accepted the award on her behalf and took the crystal home for Mika. K9 Mika retired from the Montana Highway Patrol last September and is now enjoying retirement…
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Great Falls Fire Rescue on Scene of Structure Fire
Great Falls Fire Rescue crews are currently on the scene of a working structure fire in the area of 15th Street and 4th Ave NW. Please avoid the area if possible. Stay tuned to The Great Falls Gazette as we will update when more information is available. Author Karen McIlwain
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Local Artists, Instructors Featured in Spotlight on The Square Exhibition
Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art is proud to present Spotlight on The Square, opening Feb. 6 and running through May 30. Spotlight on The Square focuses on the staff, students, and instructors who make the museum a creative community. This exhibition is a showcase of the outstanding artwork from artists representing eight decades of…
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GFFR Call Report for January 2026
GFFR Call Report for January 2026Operations Division: Fire calls = 144 vehicle fires4 structure fires2 grass fires2 trash fires2 outside fires Hazardous Situations Found = 301 bomb threat4 power lines down5 motor vehicle collision, no injuries13 Fuel/Gas/Carbon Monoxide-related calls7 Smoke or Odor related call Medical Calls = 314 Public Service Calls = 107 Rescue Calls…
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Fur-Ever Love – Biscuit
A Quiet Beginning, a Forever Love: Meet Biscuit Biscuit is the kind of cat who reminds you that the best moments often begin quietly. When you first meet her, she watches from a safe distance, taking everything in with soft, bashful eyes. But give her a little time and a gentle touch, and something wonderful…
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Big Sky Duplicate Bridge Club Results for the Week of January 19-24
The Big Sky Duplicate Bridge Club Unit 408 hosts several events each week at its facility located at 528 Smelter Ave NE, Suite 7, usually on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday afternoon at 12:30. The club welcomes new players, and a good contact phone number is 899-8597. We also have a Facebook page. Results from…
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Great Falls Police Department Conducts Alcohol Compliance Operation
On January 29th, the Great Falls Police Department conducted a compliance check of 58 businesses that sell alcohol within the city limits of Great Falls. The purpose of the operation is to ensure liquor license holders are working to prevent the sale of alcohol to purchasers under the age of 21. The establishments are chosen…
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Toby’s House Crisis Nursery Holds Ground Breaking Ceremony for New Facility
Toby’s House Crisis Nursery held its official groundbreaking ceremony for its new, permanent facility on Wednesday, January 28, at 1:00 p.m. The ceremony took place at the future site of the nursery, located at 205 7th Ave South (the corner of 2nd Street and 7th Avenue). This new facility is made possible by a historic $500,000 legacy donation from Jimmy and Debbie…
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Gov. Gianforte, Lt. Gov. Juras Honor Montana Media Pioneer with Spirit of Montana Award
Governor Greg Gianforte and Lieutenant Governor Kristen Juras today recognized Norma Smith in Great Falls with the governor’s Spirit of Montana award for her career, dedication to service, and her contributions to Montana’s communities. “Service, resilience, and community are at the heart of who we are as Montanans,” Gov. Gianforte said. “Norma Smith’s life reflects…
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Little Learners Child Care Provides Nuturing Child Care for Community
On April 28, 2025, Jacob Ortado and his wife proudly became the new owners of Little Learners Academy Inc., which is now rebranded as Little Learners Child Care. Conveniently located at 1818 19th Ave South, right across from Sunnyside Elementary, this child care center has been a cornerstone of the community for over 35 years.…
