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FWP Seeking Applicants for North-Central Montana Citizen Advisory Committee

FWP Seeking Applicants for North-Central Montana Citizen Advisory Committee

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking applicants to fill volunteer positions on the north-central Montana (FWP Region 4) Citizen Advisory Committee. The CAC is a general advisory committee that provides input and feedback to FWP on diverse issues, from wildlife and fisheries management to access, state parks, outdoor

Scheels Aim High Big Sky Aquatic and Recreation Facility February Swim Lessons

Scheels Aim High Big Sky Aquatic and Recreation Facility February Swim Lessons

Registration is open for February swim lessons at the Scheels Aim High Big Sky Aquatic and Recreation Center. Swim lessons include a 45-minute class, one day a week, for four weeks. Classes will be held on Mondays and Saturdays in February, and participants are encouraged to choose one 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

Calumet Montana Responds to Leak

Calumet Montana Responds to Leak

At approximately 8 p.m. on January 23rd, employees of Calumet Montana responded to a leak and promptly removed the affected equipment from service. During the initial assessment and response, Calumet requested the temporary closure of Smelter Avenue, which was reopened approximately two hours later. The incident did not result

Benefit Scheduled to Raise Funds for Chet Garrison

Benefit Scheduled to Raise Funds for Chet Garrison

Chet Garrison has been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer, a situation that has deeply affected his entire family. They are reaching out to the community for love, support, and financial assistance during this incredibly challenging time. Chet, known for his kindness and dedication as a father, has always been

Alcohol Compliance Operation 1-23-25

Alcohol Compliance Operation 1-23-25

Last night, January 22, 2025, we conducted a compliance check of 34 businesses that sell alcohol within the city limits of Great Falls. The purpose of the operation is to ensure liquor license holders are working to prevent the sale of alcohol to purchasers under the age of 21. We