Good Day
Great Falls
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Great Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A mysterious baker known as The Sugar Bandit is delighting locals by leaving special cookie drops around town; the current batch started last Friday and will end Friday at 10 a.m.-cookie fans can order their favorite treats online. KRTV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local small businesses will showcase their unique offerings at the Hop Into Spring Market on Saturday, March 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Convention Center (1100 Fifth Street South), where organizer Rachel Benhart limited each vendor to a single trade to help them stand out. KRTV
- ➤ Great Falls restaurant scene is shifting this March as Street Burgers closes Tuesday (Mar. 17) at 2319 Tenth Avenue South, Haunted Scoops opens Friday at Fourth Street NE, and Annapurna launches late month at Ninth Street South; Chick-fil-A and Dave’s Hot Chicken are slated to open soon. KRTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ From March 18th to 22nd, Western Art Week offers art shows across Great Falls. Norma Ashby Smith—a founding force recently honored with the Spirit of Montana award—will attend the preview gala on March 19th at 7:00 p.m. at the Shonkin Event Center where artists will donate proceeds to her fund. KRTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Representatives from Touro Law School recently met with local attorneys (including members of the Cascade County Bar Association) to discuss opening a proposed law school aimed at easing the legal professional shortage in Great Falls. No decision on the program has been announced yet. KXLH
- ➤ Great Falls Public Schools held a meeting to update parents on Lincoln Elementary after wind damage; K-3 students returned on Mar. 11 while 4th graders will attend Lewis & Clark at 10 a.m. and 5th-6th graders will use Paris Gibson at 9:30 a.m. today with a bus for 4th graders. KRTV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Intense winds hit Montana starting late Wednesday night and heavy snow is forecast through Sunday, threatening power lines & prompting travel warnings as officials urge residents to monitor local road conditions. Montana Public Radio
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Powerful winds damaged Lincoln Elementary School on Sunday — raising homeowner concerns about high deductibles for wind and hail damage. Tauna Locatelli of Advantage Insurance explained that many policies now charge fixed amounts or a percentage of a property's value. KRTV
- ➤ Powerful winds tore off the roof of Lincoln Elementary School on Sunday and raised concerns among local homeowners about high deductibles for wind damage, according to Advantage Insurance owner Tauna Locatelli & industry experts. Residents are urged to review policies since minor claims may affect future rates. KXLH
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ JK Property Management warned Great Falls renters today that scammers have used stolen photos from occupied listings to advertise homes below market value — urging potential tenants to verify listings and avoid upfront payments. KRTV
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A Flock of Seagulls Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Newberry — Tickets from $120 — Experience the iconic sounds of A Flock of Seagulls live in Great Falls.
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Rittz Live with Dropout Kings
6:30-10 p.m. — The Newberry — Tickets start at $86 — Experience an unforgettable night with Rittz and Dropout Kings in Great Falls.
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Out West Art Show & Sale
11 AM - 9 PM — Heritage Inn — Entry fee not specified — Explore and purchase captivating art from local creators during a vibrant art show.
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Celebration of Native Plains Artists
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Pacific Steel — Admission details not provided — Experience Native American culture and art from internationally known artists and artisans.
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Shane Smith And The Saints Concert
6-9 p.m. — The Newberry — Ticket prices start at $149 — Enjoy an engaging evening with Shane Smith and the Saints at a standing room only concert featuring VIP experiences.
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TAKE3 Concert: Jukebox Rock
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Mansfield Center for the Performing Arts — $48 regular, $21 student — Experience a high-octane musical journey with a talented trio performing rock classics.
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Red NOT Chili Peppers Tribute Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Newberry — Ticket prices vary — Experience a lively tribute to the Red Hot Chili Peppers with high-energy hits and unforgettable music.
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Hairball
7-10 p.m. — The Newberry — Ticketed event — Experience a high-energy glam-rock explosion with Hairball, featuring big hair and iconic 80s riffs.
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Jeff Tweedy Live in Great Falls
6:00 PM — The Newberry — Tickets required — Experience an evening of sharp wit and soulful sounds from Jeff Tweedy as he connects on an emotional level.
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