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Obituary of Gary Hochberger

Obituary of Gary Hochberger

Gary Hochberger, affectionately known as “The Popcorn Colonel,” passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, at the age of 74, with family by his side. A beloved figure in Central Montana and beyond, Gary was known for his passion for farming, travel, and connecting with people from all walks of

Americana Duo David and Diedre Casey Play Free Show in Library Park on Aug. 19th

Americana Duo David and Diedre Casey Play Free Show in Library Park on Aug. 19th

The Great Falls Public Library Library taps into the Folk/Soul/Americana genre on Tuesday when it welcomes David and Diedre Casey to perform a FREE show in Library Park as part of our Summer Library Music Series. The show on Tuesday, August 19 is from 7 to 9 pm.

Native Hip Hop Act Foreshadow Plays Free Show in Library Park on Aug. 12th

Native Hip Hop Act Foreshadow Plays Free Show in Library Park on Aug. 12th

The Library is excited to welcome Salish/Blackfeet Hip Hop artist Foreshadow for a free show in our Summer Library Music Series show on Tuesday, August 12 from 7 to 9 pm. The concert is free to attend in Library Park. Okii Eats will be on site to serve up

Great Falls Native Returns to Share Long Quest for Justice in Grandfather’s Murder

Great Falls Native Returns to Share Long Quest for Justice in Grandfather’s Murder

Great Falls native and oral surgeon turned detective, Dr. Clem C. Pellett, will present his gripping true crime story at the Great Falls Public Library on Thursday, August 7, at 5:30 PM. The free event, co-hosted by Cassiopeia Books, will include a presentation, Q&A, and book

Great Falls Native Returns to Share Long Quest for Justice in Grandfather’s Murder

Great Falls Native Returns to Share Long Quest for Justice in Grandfather’s Murder

Great Falls native and oral surgeon turned detective, Dr. Clem C. Pellett, will present his gripping true crime story at the Great Falls Public Library on Wednesday, August 7, at 5:30 PM. The free event, co-hosted by Cassiopeia Books, will include a presentation, Q&A, and book

Fulbright Scholar Ciara Ryan Talks About Montana Homesteader Henry Sieben on July 31st at GFPL

Fulbright Scholar Ciara Ryan Talks About Montana Homesteader Henry Sieben on July 31st at GFPL

The Great Falls Public Library welcomes Helena native/Fulbright scholar Ciara Ryan to speak about her latest book, Henry Sieben and the Montana Story, a look into the life of Montana homesteader Henry Sieben, on Thursday, July 31 starting at 6:30 pm. Cassiopeia Books will have copies of Ryan&

FWP Releases Bear Relocation Dashboard

FWP Releases Bear Relocation Dashboard

In an effort to provide more insight to bear management and to keep local landowners and communities aware when black bears or grizzly bears are relocated, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks released a new online Bear Relocation Dashboard today. This new dashboard displays general relocations on an interactive map. FWP