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Great Falls
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Great Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Upslope Group is planning Meadowview Village—a 27.03 acre housing project with 163 single-family lots at Central Avenue and 46th Street South that will offer features such as indoor pickleball courts, a clubhouse, and a dog park to support community living. The project received unanimous support from local planning bodies and will be reviewed by the City Commission on May 6 with a final decision on June 3. KXLH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rogue Brownies is a local business that bakes and ships their special brownies from a community kitchen in Great Falls—co-owners Jenny Watson and her sister Karyl Vassilaros built the company to support family needs and challenge the usual way of doing business. The unique treats include a luxurious touch of 24 karat gold and aim to inspire others to push their own boundaries. KRTV
- ➤ Craig Madsen started Montana River Outfitters 48 years ago—he fell in love with whitewater rafting—and is retiring; he will sell the business to someone who loves the outdoors as much as he did. KRTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High school students from Great Falls visited Montana Air National Guard yesterday in the Operation Open Hangar tour to learn about part-time and full-time job opportunities—this event marked the last chance to see the current C-130 aircraft before a new model arrives later this year. KRTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Caregivers and community members gathered Tuesday outside the federal courthouse in Great Falls to show their worries that planned Medicaid cuts could hurt care—like the special medicine that Kerry Ann Fraser's son needs. They warned that although lawmakers say no one lawfully on the program will lose benefits—but services might still be reduced for many families. KRTV
- ➤ The legislature passed House Bill 477 which will require restaurants to stop serving food in Styrofoam containers in 2028 and packing prepared food in 2029—now the bill awaits the governor’s final decision. The measure was introduced by Representative Marilyn Marler and carried by Senator Daniel Zolnikov to reduce microplastics in food. Montana Public Radio
- ➤ The Great Falls Public Schools Board election is one week away with ballots due by 8 p.m. May 6. As of April 28, 4,153 of 36,780 mailed ballots—about 11.2 percent—were returned, and voters with undeliverable ballots will receive letters today to update their address. The Electric
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Special Olympics athlete Jenny Hill is the new Law Enforcement Torch Run Ambassador who ran 1.7 miles in Great Falls today and will travel across Montana to meet law officers and carry the Flame of Hope—she said she felt overheated and needed a short break yet kept smiling as she enjoyed every moment of the run. KRTV
- ➤ Last week, track standout Conrad Schruth of Great Falls High and softball standout Aletta Hagen of Bison were named Athlete of the Week winners. A poll is open for this week's nominees with voting closing Friday at 11:59 p.m. and winners set to be announced next week. Great Falls Tribune
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Direct Support Professional - Quality Life Concepts
Direct Support Professionals provides daily support for adults with developmental disabilities living in their own homes by providing quality support services that will assist them to maintain independence, provide opportunities for community integration, and create a nurturing, safe, and healthy environment. Full and part-time positions available with GREAT benefits. Call 406-452-9531 to inquire.
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