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Lane Gibson Charged with Deliberate Homicide in January 9th Murder Case

Lane Gibson Charged with Deliberate Homicide in January 9th Murder Case

The Cascade County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Cascade County Attorney’s Office, has filed amended charges against 20-year-old Lane Cole Gibson in connection with the homicide of 25-year-old Terrell Gage Johnson from Harlem, Montana. The charges result from an extensive investigation that began

Obituary of Walter Charles Williams Jr

Obituary of Walter Charles Williams Jr

Walter Charles Williams Jr., lovingly known as “Bunky,” passed away peacefully in his sleep Thursday, January 22, 2026. Bunky was born October 13, 1941, in Great Falls, Montana. He graduated from GFHS and served in the U.S. Navy from 1960–1964, where he learned many skills. He returned to

Obituary of Gary Deschenes

Obituary of Gary Deschenes

Gary Steven Deschenes, of Ulm, Montana, passed away unexpectedly on January 10, 2026, a loss felt deeply by all who knew him. Gary was born April 10, 1962, in New Britain, Connecticut, and was the son of Hank and Barbara (Taber) Deschenes. Although the family had been living in Cascade,

Obituary of Gloria Jean Johnson

Obituary of Gloria Jean Johnson

In Loving Memory of Gloria Jean Johnson January 4, 1942- January 27, 2026 Gloria Jean Johnson passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, at the age of 84, in Great Falls, MT. surrounded by family. Jean was born in Havre, Montana to George Lambott and Melissa Grigsby on January 4,

Obituary of Darren Shields

Obituary of Darren Shields

Darren Jon Shields passed away on November 6, 2025, in Great Falls, Montana, at the age of 60. Darren was born to William “Billy” Shields and Georgia Ann Eagle in Hines, Oregon, and was raised in Butte, Montana. He later made his home in Great Falls, where he was self-

Governor Gianforte Recognizes School Choice Week in Montana

Governor Gianforte Recognizes School Choice Week in Montana

Governor Greg Gianforte today recognized School Choice Week in Montana, celebrating the important role parents play in their children’s education and the wide range of high-quality educational opportunities available to Montana families. “Parents know their children best, and they should be empowered to choose the educational path that

Montana Climate Matters: Column 16 - Ski areas must adapt to changing winters to survive

Montana Climate Matters: Column 16 - Ski areas must adapt to changing winters to survive

This time of year, ski areas are normally buzzing with anticipation, but this year many are quiet, employees are waiting, and slopes are thin on snow. In several regions, snow isn’t the problem, rain is. Unusually intense storms have damaged roads and communities throughout the Northwest, with access to