Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
Good morning, Great Falls.
On June 11, the county compensation board voted to make no increases for elected officials after reviewing county financial reports amid rising insurance premiums and limited funds — the decision affects salaries for county commissioners, the sheriff, and the county attorney.
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality and Montana Renewables settled a dispute over pollution control certification in May—DEQ approved tax exemption for 50% of the No. 4 hydrogen plant’s cost from December after an extra $42,900,000 in equipment was certified.
County officials said the decision will delay property appraisals and tax updates as pending appeals are set for May 2026.
Great Falls Hospital unveiled the Ion robot on Tuesday — the first tool in northcentral Montana designed to diagnose lung cancer using a two millimeter flexible catheter that safely reaches lung nodules.
The new technology offers a minimally invasive alternative to needle biopsies, speeding up referrals and reducing the risk of complications.
Officials say no measles cases have been confirmed in Cascade County following an exposure at Prospect Heights Medical Center in Great Falls on May 27 (about 70 people were present).
Health workers are monitoring the situation closely and urging early vaccination for high-risk groups such as infants and pregnant women.
Lost Great Falls Presentation and Book Signing
1-2 PM — The History Museum — Free entry — Explore the rich history of Great Falls through engaging stories and a book signing with historian Ken Robison.
Great Falls Voyagers vs. Boise Hawks
7-9 p.m. — Centene Stadium — $13 — Celebrate community with a night of baseball highlighting the Great Falls Public Library Foundation.
iDKHOW Live Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Newberry — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique sound of Dallon Weekes from iDKHOW in an intimate setting.
Memory Café Car Show
12:30-2 p.m. — Great Falls Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a nostalgic car show while connecting with others in a supportive community setting.
Great Falls Voyagers vs. Ogden Raptors
7-1:29 a.m. — Centene Stadium — Tickets available — Cheer on the home team as they face off against the Ogden Raptors.
Great Falls Voyagers vs. Ogden Raptors
6-11:59 p.m. — Centene Stadium — Tickets required — Cheer on the Great Falls Voyagers as they take on the Ogden Raptors in an exciting baseball matchup.
Great Falls Voyagers vs. Idaho Falls Chukars
7-1:29 a.m. — Centene Stadium — Tickets available — Get ready for an exciting baseball matchup as the Voyagers play against the Chukars under the evening sky.
Great Falls Voyagers vs. Idaho Falls Chukars
7-1:29 a.m. — Centene Stadium — Tickets required — Get ready for some baseball as the Voyagers take on the Idaho Falls Chukars with gates opening at 6 p.m.
Great Falls Voyagers vs. Idaho Falls Chukars
7:00 PM — Centene Stadium — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup as the Voyagers take on the Chukars.
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