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Cascade County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Animal Cruelty Case

Cascade County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Animal Cruelty Case

On the afternoon of August 27, 2025, at approximately 1:30 p.m., Cascade County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a complaint of possible animal cruelty at 1323 Eisenhower in Great Falls (Sun Prairie). Upon arrival, deputies made contact with the resident, who was cooperative. They observed more than

Detention Center Officer Lloyde Paul Ogden Jr. in Custody on Assault Charges

Detention Center Officer Lloyde Paul Ogden Jr. in Custody on Assault Charges

In a press conference on August 18th at 10 am, Sheriff Jesse Slaughter began with "We are showing leadership and transparency at the Cascade County Sheriff's Office. Our mission statement at the CCSO is very simple. We serve our community, we have a commitment to our profession,

Sun Canyon Annual Weed Whacker Rodeo July 12th

Sun Canyon Annual Weed Whacker Rodeo July 12th

The Sun River Watershed Group (SRWG) is seeking volunteers to help at the 27th annual Weed Whacker Rodeo on July 12. This family-friendly event includes a morning of pulling weeds followed by a BBQ lunch and prizes in the beautiful Sun Canyon. SRWG hopes participants will stay and continue

Cascade County Sheriff’s Office to Hire Adult Detention Officers

Cascade County Sheriff’s Office to Hire Adult Detention Officers

The Cascade County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking to hire Adult Detention Officers, a vital and rewarding career in law enforcement. With the increasing inmate population, the need for dedicated individuals to contribute to community safety is paramount. Detention Officers significantly impact maintaining security and justice while gaining valuable

Citizens Petition Montana Supreme Court to Overrule Judge Best’s Hasty Denial

Citizens Petition Montana Supreme Court to Overrule Judge Best’s Hasty Denial

The Cascade County Libertarian Party (CCLP) and Montana Citizens Council on Judicial Accountability (MTSCOJA) continue their pursuit of justice in the case of Michael Hanson’s death with a significant new development: a request for a Writ of Mandamus has been submitted to the MT Supreme Court in an effort

Conserve Water With Rain Barrels

Conserve Water With Rain Barrels

Back by popular demand, the Sun River Watershed Group (SRWG) will host a Rain Barrel Workshop on May 10th, 2025 at the Fairfield American Legion Park in Fairfield. In case of incidental weather, the Community Hall across the street from the park has been reserved to host the event inside.

Bear Aware Workshop in Fort Shaw April 29th

Bear Aware Workshop in Fort Shaw April 29th

Montana is bear country, and it seems black and grizzly bears are showing up with increasing frequency across lower elevations and in river corridors, like the Sun River. The Sun River Watershed Group (SRWG) is hosting a Bear Aware workshop on April 29th at the Sun River Valley Senior Center