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Karen Anderson

Mortality of Elk Calves in the Bitterroot Valley Attributed to Toxic Plant Ingestion

Mortality of Elk Calves in the Bitterroot Valley Attributed to Toxic Plant Ingestion

In mid-January, at least five elk calves in the Florence area of the Bitterroot Valley succumbed to ingestion of toxic ornamental plants. Homeowners discovered the deceased animals between January 15th and January 23rd. Necropsies performed on two of the calves identified high concentrations of Japanese yew (Taxus cuspidata) in

Construction Closes Roads from February 24th to May 2nd

Construction Closes Roads from February 24th to May 2nd

The City of Great Falls has entered into contracts with United Materials of Great Falls for two construction projects that will require road closures in the area. An ADA upgrade project construction will involve a closure of 32nd St South from 5th Ave S to Central Avenue, from February 24th,

Great Falls MT Police Department Responds to Disturbance at Holiday Village Mall

Great Falls MT Police Department Responds to Disturbance at Holiday Village Mall

On February 20th at approximately 10:35 am, emergency dispatch received a report concerning a disturbance within the Holiday Village Mall, specifically near the massage chairs. According to a press release, the caller indicated that an unidentified male was engaging in disruptive behavior and evading mall security personnel. Upon the

Fire Renders Home Uninhabitable February 22nd

Fire Renders Home Uninhabitable February 22nd

At 12:53 AM on February 22nd, Great Falls Fire Rescue's A Platoon was dispatched to a working structure fire located at 3643 9th Avenue South. All four engine companies promptly responded to the incident. Mutual aid support from MANG and MAFB crews was provided to cover stations

Centre Hair Design Serves Great Falls for Six Decades

Centre Hair Design Serves Great Falls for Six Decades

Centre Hair Design has proudly served the Great Falls community for six decades, establishing itself as a trusted provider of barber styling services. In 1974, the business was acquired by Lance Olson and Frank Palakovich, who implemented significant enhancements to the standards of barbering. By 1978, they adopted the California

Toylapalooza Provides Unique Collectables

Toylapalooza Provides Unique Collectables

Kirk Wood founded Toylapalooza six years ago. Initially located at 628 Central Avenue, the store has since relocated to 511 Central Avenue. Toylapalooza specializes in the sale of used collectibles and operates a diverse retail environment featuring books, films, anime, board games, puzzles, Barbie dolls, figurines, stuffed animals, and a

Visitation Suspended at Cascade County Jail Due to Drug Smuggling

Visitation Suspended at Cascade County Jail Due to Drug Smuggling

Over the weekend, an incident transpired at the Cascade County Detention Center, resulting in the suspension of all personal visitations until further notice. The situation involved the smuggling of controlled substances into the facility and caused considerable damage to the visitation areas. “This is a multi-person group, looking to