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Karen Anderson
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Smith River Float Permit Applications Now Open
Applications for permits to float on the Smith River will open from Thursday, January 1st, until Sunday, February 15th. The drawing for these float permits...
Montana Invests $80 Million in Public Schools Through State Trust Land Revenue
Governor Greg Gianforte and Amanda Kaster, the Director of the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), have announced an allocation of $80.8 million for...
Harmonious Voices of the Falls Choir Welcomes New Members
The Voices of the Falls choir, which began its journey last summer, has grown to include approximately 18 members. This vibrant group provides a fantastic...
Book Review – Drop Dead Healthy: One Man’s Humble Quest for Bodily Perfection by A. J. Jacobs
Whenever I read a new title by A. J. Jacobs, several thoughts come to mind. Firstly, he seems to have found the perfect job –writing...
Morningside Elementary School in Shelter-in-Place for Incident in Progress
Community members may observe an increased police presence at the Highwood Trailer Court (3800 8th Ave N). Law enforcement officers and deputies from the Cascade...
Seventh Annual Operation Santa Brings Joy to Many on Christmas Morning
The Seventh annual Operation Santa event in Great Falls on Christmas morning was a tremendous success. Approximately 650 gifts were distributed, and the weather was...
2025 Youth Hunting Story Contest Winner Announced
On December 29th, Governor Greg Gianforte announced the winners of the 2025 Youth Hunting Story Contest. “Montana’s youth hunters are the future of our state’s...
City-County Health Department Announces Influenza Deaths
The City-County Health Department recently announced the deaths of two Cascade County residents due to influenza in the closing days of 2025. Both individuals were...
Eric Strauss Appointed as Director of the Montana Department of Corrections
Governor Greg Gianforte has appointed Eric Strauss as the new Director of the Montana Department of Corrections, effective January 6th. This announcement follows the nomination...
Sun Prairie Fire Results in Loss of Pets
On December 31, 2025, at 5:17 PM, Sun Prairie Volunteer Fire Department received a call regarding a structure fire on Wilderness Lane. Vaughn Fire &...