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Chris La Tray Visits Library on Nov. 20 to Talk About Latest Book ‘Becoming Little Shell’
The 2024 Montana Poet Laureate Chris La Tray returns to the library on Thursday, Nov. 20 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm to give a FREE talk in the Cordingley Room about his new book Becoming Little Shell: Returning Home to the Landless Indians of Montana. Cassiopeia Books will be on hand, as well, to sell…
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ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula Recall Due to Risk of Infant Botulism
Since August, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported 13 cases of infant botulism in infants who consumed ByHeart brand powdered infant formula. The cases have been identified in 10 states: Arizona, California, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, and Washington. The affected infants range in age from 16…
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Montana Citizens’ Climate Lobby Advocates Join with County Commissioners to Lobby Congress on Affordable Energy and Wildfire Risk Policies
A mom concerned about energy costs, a forester, a doctor, and former Miss Montana USA are among the many Montana residents who will share compelling stories and perspectives with members of Congress this month. At least 25 people from the Montana chapters of Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) will join a nationwide lobbying push the week…
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Calumet Montana Donates $100,000 to Support Public Safety
On November 13th, at the Black Eagle Community Center, Calumet Montana presented a donation of $100,000 to support public safety programs in Great Falls. Of this contribution, $50,000 was allocated to the Sheriff Legacy Foundation, and $50,000 was given to the Great Falls Police Community Foundation. This donation reflects Calumet Montana’s strong commitment to safety…
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Bus Tek Tip – Avoiding Being a Phishing Victim
An email phishing attack is someone sending you an email, typically as someone else, trying to get money or confidential information from you. It’s sad how many times I’ve seen businesses lose 5, 6, or even 7 figures in a phishing scam. It’s even sadder that they don’t take the risk seriously until after the…
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Fur-Ever Love – Winnie
Meet Winnie – Sweet as HoneyWinnie is a gentle, large-breed dog with a heart as soft as taffy and a spirit as sweet as honey. When she arrived at the City of Great Falls Animal Shelter, she was very pregnant and quickly proved to be an exceptional mother. With patience and love, she raised her…
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Information Sought on Three Elk Poached Near Augusta
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are currently seeking information concerning three elk that were unlawfully shot and left to waste in the Sun River Wildlife Management Area near Augusta earlier this week. The inquiry began when a hunter on an adjacent property reported observing a dead elk on the morning of Tuesday, November…
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CodeRed Failed Test Results in Cancellation of Service
On November 14th, Sheriff Jesse Slaughter announced that a test of the CodeRed system, originally scheduled for November 12th, had failed. It was discovered the weekend before that the CodeRed system was down. As a result of this failure, the November test was canceled. Upon reaching out to OnSolve, it was confirmed that the system…
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Great Falls Fire Rescue Responds to Fire 4th Ave SW
Great Falls Fire Rescue responded to a room and content fire at 800 4th Ave SW at approximately 6:30 pm, November 12th. Upon arrival, Truck-2 observed smoke coming from the front window and quickly entered the home, locating the fire in a bedroom. They swiftly extinguished the flames, preventing further damage beyond the room of…
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Pumpkins for a Cause Presents Record Breaking Donation
Each year, the Schroeder family opens their farm for a one-day event called Jordan’s Pumpkins for a Cause. This event is their way of giving back to the community in appreciation of the support they have received over the years. This year, they celebrated the 11th annual Pumpkins for a Cause, selecting the Cutting Fences…
