Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.
Good morning, Great Falls.
💼 Business
Dave’s Hot Chicken applied for a permit to open at 1225 10th Ave S and Al Banco is moving, while The Wild Hare will revamp its menu as Bayou Cajun Kitchen.
GFDA Ignite will start (Jan. 9) at Newberry and NWGF hosts a birthday pint night today at Celtic Cowboy.
🏛️ Government
The Cascade County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for its Citizens Academy, which will run on Tuesdays from Feb.
10 to Apr. 27 + offering community members an inside look at law enforcement operations. Applications must be submitted by Feb. 2 at 5 p.m.
📰 Real Estate
EduCare Preschool and Child Care submitted the sole bid to buy the former rec center at 801 Second Avenue North in October 2025 — CEO Laurie O’Leary said the simple process paves the way for planned renovations and expanded community programs pending funding.
🏈 Sports
Voting is underway for the first 2026 Prep Athlete of the Week poll open until Friday, Jan.
9 for Northcentral Montana schools. Nominees include Ben Cunningham and Jace Komac for boys plus Taylee Hodke and Kenna Christensen for girls.
🎉 Great Falls Events
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Armageddon Film Screening
7-10 p.m. — The Newberry — Tickets starting at $33 — Experience the iconic film Armageddon in a charming local venue.
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