Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of June.
Good morning, Great Falls.
Neighborhood pools and splash pads will open on June 13 in Great Falls to give staff extra time for summer preparations.
The Electric City Water Park remains open daily from noon to 6 p.m. while Mitchell Pool's water slides stay closed pending repair.
Janicki Industries is moving forward with plans to build an $800M, 2 million sqft manufacturing campus here that will bring 1,000+ jobs initially and over 2,000 when complete; local officials say new housing projects will support steady economic growth in Great Falls.
Evans Riceville Road is closed indefinitely after a slide caused by heavy rain, and officials say the road is unsafe with no repair date set.
They advise drivers to use alternate routes via the Stockett area — the route also serves Sluice Boxes State Park and a Malmstrom missile site.
County leaders have rejected a report claiming that funding for the Great Falls Public Library will be cut, saying a May meeting on state money was about review, not reducing funds.
The library receives about $177,000 each year and remains an important community resource.
The Tribune is holding a fan vote for Boys' Athlete of the Year with nominees from local schools including CMR and Great Falls High.
The poll is open until Sunday, June 14 (11:59 p.m.) and the winner will be announced on June 15.
The Tribune is holding a fan vote for Girls’ Athlete of the Year featuring local high school stars from sports such as volleyball, wrestling and track, with the poll open until Sunday, June 14 and the winner announced on Monday, June 15.
Great Falls Transit District Board Meeting
7-8 p.m. — Great Falls Transit District — Free entry — Attend the monthly board meeting to discuss transit matters in the community.
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