Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of June.
Good morning, Great Falls.
A Great Falls college student launched a summer ice cream business, The Sugar Bolt, after converting a vintage mail truck.
She said the truck was found on Facebook Marketplace and now aims to serve local families by night + expand her route to nearby communities.
The Little Shell Tribe will host Indian Relays at Expo Park this summer during the fair from July 24-Aug.
1, replacing horse racing with events on July 25-26 & expecting about 2,000 attendees. Expo Park manager Susan Shannon said more details will come soon.
Augusta's 89th American Legion Rodeo is underway this weekend, featuring a parade Saturday at 2 p.m. and the main event Sunday at 2 p.m. It boosts local business and community pride (a tradition since 1938).
During a June 23 meeting, Great Falls Public Schools board approved Saturday driver’s ed classes so students can finish required driving hours before evening.
Registration runs Aug. 17-19 with classes set to begin in September (classes are voluntary and not for high school credit).
On May 5, the FDA authorized four Glas ENDS products that include mint and fruit flavors, and health leaders warned the new options could make vaping appear safer than smoking.
Cascade City-County Health Department data showed youth vaping dropped from 24% to 17% but remains above the national average.
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.
Nike Baseball Camp at Voyagers Stadium
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Tue) & 9 a.m. to noon (Wed-Thu) — Voyagers Stadium — $259 — Enhance your baseball skills and experience professional coaching in a premier facility.
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