Good morning, Great Falls.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Montana is hosting a raffle to raise funds for its mentoring program—currently with 20 children on the waiting list—by offering a $10,000 grand prize, a $2,000 second prize, and a $1,000 third prize with tickets costing $20 each or 6 for $120 available at select Great Falls and Helena locations. The raffle winner will be announced at the BBBS Golf For Kids’ Sake event at Eagle Falls in Great Falls on June 27th.

James Dennis was arraigned Monday, June 16 at the Cascade County Courthouse on charges of theft, assault with a weapon, criminal endangerment, and assault on a peace officer following a series of vehicle thefts and a high-speed chase in which he allegedly fired at officers and collided with another vehicle — he pleaded not guilty with his trial set for October 7.

Ethanel Pherigo went to court on June 4 for a hearing on charges of robbery and aggravated assault linked to a Sept.

8 fight behind City Bar at 709 Central Ave that left a man with a head injury—he told his new lawyer he was ready to proceed while prosecutors ask for a 40-year prison term and set sentencing for a later date.

Rangers from the Missouri Breaks Interpretive Center and Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument will host free family-friendly activities throughout June.

The 37th annual Lewis and Clark Festival will be held June 20—21 at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center with scheduled performances and live demonstrations.

The Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art in Great Falls added a new sculpture titled 'Meet Me In Montana' created by Ukrainian artist Janina Myronova during her 2024 residency at the Archie Bray Foundation—this larger-than-life piece features Eastern European elements and Montana symbols as a permanent welcome to visitors. The artwork was acquired with local support and now stands at the museum's sculpture garden as the first major U.S. installation of Myronova’s work.

At Great Falls High School, teachers are using artificial intelligence to help grade papers and plan lessons while forming an AI task force to set guidelines on its use—students use it to check their work, and officials work to curb cheating and help those who lack support elsewhere. This approach shows how the school is balancing technology benefits with concerns over proper use.

City commissioners approved a $145,593 contract on June 3 to United Materials to replace 703 linear feet of asphalt on River’s Edge Trail along River Drive.

The project—funded by grants and city park funds—will include traffic control, bank stabilization, and ADA improvements.

City commissioners approved a $149,721 change order on June 3 to keep the south storm drain project on schedule amid an easement dispute—paying the contractor for standby costs and funding a temporary 1,400-foot access route across undeveloped land to avoid further delays.

On June 3, city commissioners approved a $256,000 contract amendment with TD&H Engineering to repair the 1916 water treatment plant head house and rapid mix vault project after severe structural issues were found; the project is set to bid in August—work will begin in late fall.

City commissioners approved $165,000 of downtown TIF funds on June 3 to replace old trash bins and update boulevard trees—allocating $130,000 for bins and $35,000 for tree care.

The Downtown Development Partnership backed the funding request after reviewing design plans that aim to reduce graffiti and overflow.

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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