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Karen Anderson

Winter Finally Arrives in Time for St Patrick's Day Parade

Winter Finally Arrives in Time for St Patrick's Day Parade

Heavy snowfall combined with strong winds caused downed trees and power lines in the past few days. Ice and drifting snow on some roadways created whiteout conditions in certain areas, leading to several vehicle accidents and road closures. Despite the harsh weather, the Great Falls St. Patrick's Day

Increase in Illegal Mountain Lion Harvests Reported by Central Montana Game Wardens

Increase in Illegal Mountain Lion Harvests Reported by Central Montana Game Wardens

During 2025, game wardens from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks reported a rise in the number of mountain lions illegally harvested in central Montana by hunters who had not purchased a license in advance. During the 2025 general big game season, five mountain lions were taken by hunters in Region

Gunshots Erupt During Family Disturbance at Grandview Terrace Trailer Park

Gunshots Erupt During Family Disturbance at Grandview Terrace Trailer Park

At approximately 7:50 PM on March 16th, officers from the Great Falls Police Department were dispatched to the Grandview Terrace Trailer Park, located in the 700 block of 17th Ave S, to investigate a family disturbance. Within minutes of their arrival, the officers became involved in a critical incident

School Resource Officers Respond to Potential Threat at Sacajawea Elementary

School Resource Officers Respond to Potential Threat at Sacajawea Elementary

On March 17th, at approximately 10:30 AM, School Resource Officer Detective Kinsey received information about a potential threat involving a parent of a student at Sacajawea Elementary. The parent had previously made threats toward school staff and students. School staff attempted to instruct the parent to stay away from

Incident on 17th Ave S

Incident on 17th Ave S

Incident around 600 17th Ave S, at the Grandview Terrace Trailer Park, March 16th at approximately 8 pm. Shots were reportedly fired. We will update you when more information is available.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Seeks Sightings of Greater Short-Horned Lizards

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Seeks Sightings of Greater Short-Horned Lizards

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is currently seeking sightings of greater short-horned lizards. You can help by reporting your observations to build a database on these fascinating creatures. To report a sighting, please email fwprg42@mt.gov and include the date, GPS coordinates, or detailed location description, photos, and

Dana Gallery Artists to Participate in Western Art Show

Dana Gallery Artists to Participate in Western Art Show

The Dana Gallery, located in the heart of historic downtown Missoula, is one of the largest contemporary art galleries in Montana. Established in 1996, the gallery initially specialized in photography, but its interests have since expanded to include Montana painters and regional Western painters. In 2004, they moved to their