Good morning, Great Falls.

Great Falls will host the Big Sky Reptile Expo on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Great Falls High School — the event will offer reptiles, arachnids, and supplies for families and collectors.

Ian Passmore is one of six candidates for the permanent conductor role and will lead the Great Falls Symphony in the program Echoes of Resilience at Mansfield Theater Saturday at 7:30 p.m. He will also speak with the audience during a pre-concert talk at 6:30 p.m.

GFPS board approved a new contract with Eide Bailly for audit services on April 13, following the completion of its three-year contract.

The agreement covers fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 with specified fees for annual audits and up to three single audits, with fees adjusted if more work is needed.

City Commissioners approved a five-year lease for the Electric City Archers covering about four acres in Wadsworth Park during their March 17 meeting.

Both the club and the city can terminate the lease with 60 days written notice while the club manages routine maintenance and pays a $250 annual fee.

Cascade County Public Works is sweeping streets in Black Eagle today from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and tomorrow (weather permitting).

Residents should move vehicles and debris from roadways to support the effort.

City Commissioners approved increased fees for the municipal golf courses at a March 17 meeting to help generate about $45,000 extra revenue for facility upgrades and debt reduction; CourseCo-managed operations include paving cart paths and scheduling capital improvements this season.

The Tribune’s Prep Athlete of the Week poll is live with nominees including Great Falls High’s Ella Kingsland and track star Gary LaPier as well as CMR softball’s Aspyn Zuelke and CMR baseball’s Roehrich Soldano; voting closes Friday, April 17 (11:59 p.m.).

The Fire Within Celebration: Nominations Open

5-9 p.m. — The Newberry — Free entry — Celebrate the achievements of local women business owners and inspire future entrepreneurs.

2026 Ice Breaker Race

9:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Great Falls Parks Recreation — Registration fees apply — Experience the thrill of competitive racing with multiple race distances available.

Kameron Marlowe Concert

7-9 p.m. — The Newberry — $44 to $133 — Enjoy a standing room only concert featuring Kameron Marlowe, including VIP experiences and an exclusive performance.