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OverHere Consulting Helps Blind and Low-Vision Through Assistive Technology

OverHere Consulting Helps Blind and Low-Vision Through Assistive Technology

OverHere Consulting is a unique business that began in 2013. Following the significant event of Ed Worrell losing his eyesight in 2008, he dedicated several years to determining his future career path. His experiences working with Easter Seals and Vocational Rehabilitation, in addition to serving as an instructor at the

GFFR Responds to Structure Fire Resulting in Hospitalization

GFFR Responds to Structure Fire Resulting in Hospitalization

On January 29, 2025, at 11:30 PM, Great Falls Fire Rescue was dispatched to a structure fire located at 4811 2nd Avenue North. Upon arrival, responding crews found a mobile home fully engulfed in flames, along with a truck and various items situated outside the structure. Firefighters successfully controlled

Times Square Hosts Valentine's Day Vendor Fair

Times Square Hosts Valentine's Day Vendor Fair

Angela Stringer from Times Square is organizing a Valentine's Day vendor fair, which will take place on February 14th from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at 525 Central Ave. This is the third vendor fair held since they began revitalizing the Times Square building. There is

Officers Graduate from Montana Correction/Detention Officer Basic Course

Officers Graduate from Montana Correction/Detention Officer Basic Course

Congratulations to Detention Officer Carson Gardner and Detention Officer Lenchow Griffith on graduating from the Montana Correction/Detention Officer Basic Course, Class #186, on January 24th. This rigorous training program prepares individuals for the challenges of a career in corrections, and both officers have successfully completed it. Detention Officer Gardner

Blessed Bee Massage Provides Holistic Approach to Healing

Blessed Bee Massage Provides Holistic Approach to Healing

Tess Johnson graduated from the Academy of Salons in February 2022, obtaining her professional license immediately thereafter. With three years of experience in the field, Tess has a longstanding passion for healing and a diverse background in mental health. Prior to her current career, she worked with the State of

Fire at Ski’s Western Motel

Fire at Ski’s Western Motel

On January 26, 2025, at 7:12 PM, the Great Falls Fire Rescue responded to a structure fire at Ski's Western Motel, located at 2420 10th Avenue South. Upon arrival, firefighters observed heavy smoke emerging from room number 110. The crews successfully contained the blaze to this specific

Missing Person, Lynn Edward Taskila, Found Deceased

Missing Person, Lynn Edward Taskila, Found Deceased

The missing individual, Lynn Taskila, has been confirmed deceased. Lynn Edward Taskila, a 78-year-old resident of Great Falls, was reported missing on December 24, 2024. Mr. Taskila was last observed driving away from a business in the 1100 block of 4th Street South, in Great Falls, on the