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Gov. Gianforte, MSU Increase Opportunities for Montana Companies in Defense Industry
BOZEMAN, Mont. – Joining Montana State University (MSU) President Brock Tessman, Governor Greg Gianforte, on Friday, celebrated the university’s designation as a Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) OnRamp Hub to bring together researchers and Montana companies to scale up technologies for use in defense projects. “Montana is being recognized on the national stage for what we’ve…
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Great Falls Montana Tourism Launching International Film Festival
Great Falls, Montana Tourism is hosting the first-ever Great Beyond Film Festival from February 5–7, 2026. The three-day, international, in-person event celebrating cinema that ventures into the worlds of extraterrestrials, cryptids, and the paranormal. The festival’s immersive program offers film screenings, workshops, Q&A sessions, vendor fairs, and social events designed for curious minds and film…
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Ice Dogs Edge the Americans, 2-1 to Finish the Postponed Game from December
The Great Falls Americans (21-13-1-1) and the Bozeman Ice Dogs (17-17-1-1) had some unfinished business to take care of after their December 6th game in Great Falls was suspended with the Ice Dogs leading 2-1 with 8:30 remaining in the third period before an injury prevented the game from completion. The Americans were about to…
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Gov. Gianforte Celebrates National Champion Montana State Bobcat Football Team at State Capitol
The Bobcats concluded a historic 14-2 season by winning the 2025-2026 NCAA Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) Championship with a 35-34 overtime victory over Illinois State on January 5 in Nashville. The win represents the team’s first national championship title since 1984. The governor’s celebration at the State Capitol included a message to the team and…
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Police Blotter 1/16/26 – 1/20/26
MINI BLOTTER – Here’s a snapshot of calls from 1/16/26 at 8 AM to 1/20/26 at 8 AM. We responded to 332 calls for service, including… 8 New Abandoned Vehicle Reports30 Disturbances (noise, family, juvenile, general)14 Crashes (non-injury and hit and run)5 Shoplifts6 Parking Complaints44 Traffic Stops4 Suicide Attempts19 Welfare Checks CRASH – A driver…
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Fur-Ever Love – Snowball
Snowball Is Ready for Her Second Dance Snowball may be small in size, but her personality fills the room. This 3–4-year-old small mixed-breed is a lively, spunky companion with plenty of joy left to share. Known for her zoomies and happy spins around the people she trusts, Snowball brings an upbeat energy wherever she goes—whether…
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Rainbow Senior Living: Renewing a Beloved Landmark with Heart and Hope
A bright new chapter is unfolding at Rainbow Senior Living, led by a new, dedicated, on-site management team committed to positive change. With fresh leadership in place and the support of Texoma Management. The Rainbow is embracing a renewed vision focused on stability, compassion, and excellence in senior care. This marks a meaningful fresh start—one…
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Governor Gianforte Celebrates Winners of 2025 Youth Hunting Story Contest at State Capitol
Honoring Montana’s hunting heritage, Governor Greg Gianforte today celebrated ten winners of his fourth annual Youth Hunting Story Contest in a ceremony at the State Capitol. “It’s always an honor to welcome the ten winners of the Youth Hunting Story Contest to the State Capitol to hear their stories, celebrate their accomplishments, and recognize their…
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The Cascade Quartet Presents Beethoven by Candlelight on February 6th
The Great Falls Symphony announces Beethoven by Candlelight, the first-ever Cascade Quartet candlelit concert. It will take place on Friday, February 6th, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the Ozark Club in the History Museum. Drinks will be provided by Enbar before the concert and during intermission. Illuminated by the warm, flickering glow of hundreds of…
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The Valley Voice – Belt Government
The little town of Belt just recently got a new town clerk and mayor. This is a significant change for all the people. The new clerk, Kellen Kirby, replaced Lynn Shilling as clerk/treasurer, and the new mayor, Travis Page, took over the spot held by Jim Olson. Kirby is originally from Stanford, Montana. He grew…
