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2026 U to You Lecture Series
Seth Bodnar, president of the University of Montana since 2018, is the lead-off speaker in the 2026 season of the Great Falls “Bringing the U to You” lecture series, which is celebrating its 25th year. Talks by Montana University professors begin Jan. 15 and are scheduled on alternate Thursdays at 7 p.m. through Feb.26, 2026,…
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Fur-Ever Love – Kat
Meet Kat, a tiny dilute tortie kitten with a big holiday heart and just the right amount of sparkle. Like a shy little elf on her first day at the North Pole, Kat can be a bit bashful at first—but give her a moment (and maybe a gentle “hello”), and she warms up quickly into…
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Governor Gianforte Contributes Salary During Fifth Annual Twelve Days of Giving
On December 1st, Governor Greg Gianforte and First Lady Susan Gianforte lit the State Capitol Christmas Tree and welcomed the holiday season with carols sung by the Carroll College Choirs. On this day, the governor and first lady launched the fifth annual 12 Days of Giving and donated toys to the Helena-area Marine Corps Toys…
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City Accepting Applicants for Municipal Court Judge – Municipal Court Department A
The City Commission is seeking applicants for a Municipal Court Judge. The position is being vacated by Judge Steven Bolstad, who will be retiring on January 1, 2026. Interest forms and resumes are due to the City Clerk’s Office by 5 p.m. on Thursday, January 8, and are available online at https://greatfallsmt.net or in the…
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Christmas Tree Recycling Project
Live Christmas trees can be reused or recycled for various purposes. Great Falls residents are encouraged to recycle their live Christmas trees between December 26, 2025, and January 9, 2026. Trees can be dropped off at two locations: Meadowlark Park at the intersection of Fox Farm and Park Garden Road, or the parking lot of…
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Katie Brewer Honored with Great Falls Chamber 2025 Rising Leader Award
Great Falls Fire Rescue recently announced that Community Risk Manager and City of Great Falls Disaster Coordinator, Katie Brewer, has been honored with the prestigious Great Falls Chamber 2025 Rising Leader Award. This recognition highlights Katie’s significant contributions to the community and her unwavering dedication to her role. The Finalists for this award were Aspen…
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Montana Highway Patrol Operation Leads to Multiple Drug Seizures
From December 7th to December 11th, the Montana Highway Patrol executed an interdiction operation in St. Regis to combat crime and eliminate illegal drugs from the community. During this operation, the MHP’s Criminal Interdiction Team (CIT) and the Strategic Enforcement Traffic Team (SETT) collaborated with the United States Border Patrol, the Mineral County Sheriff’s Office,…
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Pet Paw-See Animal Spotlight – Max
Max is a handsome 2-year-old white male cat with big, soft black spots and a beautiful medium-length coat. He recently came into our care after his former owner had to surrender him due to allowing him to free roam outdoors. While many people don’t realize it, free roaming is extremely dangerous for cats. Outdoor cats…
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FWP Highlights Successful 2025 Chronic Wasting Disease Monitoring Season
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks recently concluded its general season sampling effort for chronic wasting disease (CWD), marking one of the most productive monitoring periods to date. This achievement was made possible through the direct participation of hunters across the state. A message of thanks to our hunting community FWP wishes to extend a sincere…
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Guided Rock Art and First Day Hikes at First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park
Do you know the difference between pictographs and petroglyphs? If you want a chance to learn the answer while getting a first-hand look at both ancient art forms, join First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park for one of their guided rock art hikes on Friday, Dec. 26, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. A First Peoples…
