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Saturday, April 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Great Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Great Falls is hosting the Big Sky Reptile Expo today at Great Falls High School starting at 10 a.m. where expo organizer James Dvorak previewed reptiles on KRTV last Friday—including a blue beauty snake, a Utah banded Gila monster, and a pattern diamondback terrapin—and families can enjoy hands-on kids’ sessions at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. as local vendors and breeders from Montana and California join the event.  KXLH

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Regional gas prices in the Rocky Mountain region rose last week to an average of $3.13 per gallon on Monday, up from $3.10 the week before, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Prices are just below the national average of $3.14 per gallon — including Montana — indicating a modest increase from last month's rates.  Great Falls Tribune

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Great Falls College hosted Holocaust survivor John Kunz on Thursday evening—he gave a two-hour presentation sharing his life story and explaining Holocaust facts with 40 rediscovered posters from the Times Square building basement.  KXLH

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • On April 25, the Montana National Guard's 83rd WMD-Civil Support Team trained in Great Falls using Centene Stadium and a city-owned building for a simulated hazmat response, practicing with their mobile lab to test for chemical, biological and radiological threats. The Helena-based team of 5 Air Guard and 17 Army Guard members worked with Great Falls Fire Rescue and was evaluated by Army North—strengthening ties with local emergency agencies.  The Electric

SPORTS NEWS

  • Today, packet pickup for the 45th annual Ice Breaker Road Race is available at the Great Falls Civic Center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.—all participants receive a long-sleeve race t-shirt, finishers medal, door prizes, fuel, and a race bib. The race will take place tomorrow with three options starting at 1 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m., respectively.  KRTV
  • Yesterday, Great Falls Memorial Stadium hosted the CMR area Special Olympics event that brought athletes from central Montana together. The event served as a warmup for the Montana state games in Billings in three weeks — giving local competitors a chance to showcase their skills.  KRTV

EVENTS

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  • Saint Joan Production

    7:30-9:30 p.m. — Great Falls High School — Tickets required — Experience a powerful performance of Joan of Arc through the talented students of Great Falls High School.

    Thu, 5/1/25

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  • 2025 Spring Roundup

    1-12 p.m. — Heritage Inn — Refunds up to 7 days before the event — Engage with AA and Al-Anon speakers, workshops, and panels for community fellowship.

    Fri, 5/2/25

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  • Tomáš Kubínek Performance

    3-5 p.m. — Belt Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience a delightful one-man show filled with absurd stories and spontaneous hilarity.

    Sat, 5/3/25

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  • Piano Man - Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel

    7:30-9:30 p.m. — Mansfield Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket pricing varies — Celebrate the legendary hits of Elton John and Billy Joel in this exciting tribute show.

    Mon, 5/5/25

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  • Matt Braunger Live Show

    9:00 – 10:30 PM — The Newberry — Tickets from $55 — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Matt Braunger in a cozy venue.

    Fri, 5/9/25

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  • Cirque Italia: Water Circus

    7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. — Holiday Village Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a mesmerizing show featuring breathtaking water performances under the big top.

    Fri, 5/16/25

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  • Kickin Assphault Half Marathon

    7 AM - 12 PM — Elks Riverside Park — Participation fees apply — Run a half marathon or choose from other distances along the scenic River's Edge Trail in Great Falls.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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