Good morning, Great Falls.

A 10-year-old Great Falls boy who collects power pole insulators was surprised by NorthWestern Energy on Friday morning when they visited with a new water bottle and a lineman to tour their truck, and he plans to display his collection next month at a national insulator convention (at Helena Fairgrounds).

The annual Waking the Dead Tour returns Sunday, June 21 at Highland Cemetery with 12 local storytellers portraying figures like Paris Gibson and Charlie Russell.

Tickets cost $15 for walking or $20 with a hayride (available at Kaufmans Menswear) and tours are at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Gov. Gianforte and state health officials agreed to withhold a planned 3% pay bump for Medicaid providers— a move to address a $7 million shortfall in the public health insurance program.

City Commissioners unanimously set a public hearing on July 21 for the Little Shell Tribe’s request to annex 18.4 acres for its Good Medicine rental project, which will include 115 units prioritized for tribe members.

The planning board recommended approval in May as staff will soon review tenant criteria and infrastructure funding.

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.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

July 14-16 — St. Patrick's Academy High School, Great Falls, MT — Cost info not provided — Enhance your basketball skills with expert-led training in shooting, ball handling, and more.

Downtown Summer Jam featuring Sons of Habit

5:30 PM — The Newberry — Ticket options available — Experience live music by Sons of Habit in a vibrant summer setting.

The Fray with Dashboard Confessional Concert

7-10 p.m. — Great Falls Voyagers — $55-$275 — Experience an unforgettable evening with exclusive meet and greets and VIP packages featuring your favorite bands.