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Police Blotter 1/16/26 - 1/20/26

Police Blotter 1/16/26 - 1/20/26

MINI BLOTTER - Here's a snapshot of calls from 1/16/26 at 8 AM to 1/20/26 at 8 AM. We responded to 332 calls for service, including... 8 New Abandoned Vehicle Reports 30 Disturbances (noise, family, juvenile, general) 14 Crashes (non-injury and hit and run)

Rainbow Senior Living: Renewing a Beloved Landmark with Heart and Hope

Rainbow Senior Living: Renewing a Beloved Landmark with Heart and Hope

A bright new chapter is unfolding at Rainbow Senior Living, led by a new, dedicated, on-site management team committed to positive change. With fresh leadership in place and the support of Texoma Management. The Rainbow is embracing a renewed vision focused on stability, compassion, and excellence in senior care.

Obituary of Darwin Gene Laverne Johnson

Obituary of Darwin Gene Laverne Johnson

Darwin Gene Laverne Johnson, 82, of Hinsdale, Montana, passed away on January 13, 2026, in Lewistown, Montana. Born on June 5, 1943, in Glasgow, Montana, to Ruth and Lester Johnson, Darwin grew up splitting his time between school in Hinsdale and working on the family farm and ranch north of

The Valley Voice – Belt Government

The Valley Voice – Belt Government

The little town of Belt just recently got a new town clerk and mayor. This is a significant change for all the people. The new clerk, Kellen Kirby, replaced Lynn Shilling as clerk/treasurer, and the new mayor, Travis Page, took over the spot held by Jim Olson. Kirby is

CCSO Mourns the Death of Former Deputy

CCSO Mourns the Death of Former Deputy

On Thursday, January 22, 2026, former Cascade County Sheriff’s Office Corporal Jay Groskreutz (54 years old) died unexpectedly. Initial investigation reveals that Jay died from injuries sustained from a tragic ranching accident. His cause of death was Traumatic asphyxia. Jay began his CCSO career in April 2000, where he

Obituary of Larry Hinderager

Obituary of Larry Hinderager

Larry Hinderager was born on September 2, 1934, in Great Falls, Montana to Charles and Alice Hinderager. He grew up on a cattle ranch / dry farm, on the Bootlegger Trail, just north of Great Falls, an upbringing that instilled in him a deep appreciation for hard work and the outdoors.

City Begins Business Planning Study for Civic Center Spaces

City Begins Business Planning Study for Civic Center Spaces

The City of Great Falls has engaged TheatreDNA and Assembly Arts to conduct a facility assessment and strategic business operations review of the Civic Center’s cultural event spaces. These facilities include the Mansfield Theater, the Convention Center, the Gibson Room, and other supporting spaces. The goals of the study