Great Falls is drawing new national investment as WinCo Foods will redevelop the former Shopko property and Chick-fil-A plans its first city location, and officials say Janicki’s planned manufacturing campus, local entrepreneurs, and a conference that brought nearly 200 visitors and about $100,000 in spending are adding momentum.
The city's Leaf Pickup Program in the boulevard district begins Oct.
27 with crews working sequentially across zones and weekly updates (via Park and Rec) to guide residents. Residents must place leaf piles on the boulevard by 7 a.m. on the scheduled Monday to ensure pickup.
Emma Albers will open her marijuana dispensary at 1427 3rd Ave. N. after winning a long legal battle against the city of Great Falls & the court ordered that the city cover her legal fees.
For over 20 years, Torgerson's Equipment in Great Falls has given every first grader a free pumpkin and hands-on farming lesson that shows pumpkins are fruits, with gourds purchased from local Hutterite colonies.
The tradition reaches schools across the region and continues to spark curiosity about agriculture.
Verde Park remains open for sledding after a misleading sign (posted to boost safety) was removed following an Oct.
20 meeting. City officials will review risk options so the tradition continues without increasing liability.
Ironman triathlon is scheduled for Aug.
15, 2027 in Great Falls, announced by organizers and the TBID, with the city commission approving a three-year support agreement. The race will feature swimming, biking and running near Elks Riverside Park and is expected to draw 2,000 athletes + families.
Five Beans Pet Care will host its fourth annual Lick or Treat trunk-or-treat on Sunday, Oct.
25 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Montana Academy of Salons parking lot in Great Falls, offering free treats, decorated trunks for both pets and kids, plus a virtual pet costume contest.
Alliance for Youth celebrates 40 years with a new mural (a tribute to local support) and will host a locally grown celebration tomorrow at its building with local chef Michael Hallahan serving a hot meal and live music.
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