Good morning, Great Falls.

Great Falls Fire Rescue said a structure fire on the 1100 block of Second Avenue SW on July 2 claimed the life of an elderly woman and killed her dog and cat when the blaze spread from the yard (fireworks are suspected to have sparked the fire) as investigators work to confirm the cause.

On July 2, firefighters responded to a blaze at 1109 2nd Ave. S.W.—a witness reported that discharged fireworks likely ignited a yard fire that quickly spread to the home, killing an elderly woman, her dog, and her cat.

On June 27, Safety Town ended its 10-day program for rising kindergarteners as they learned important safety skills like stopping at traffic lights, listening for smoke alarms, and crossing streets safely on a mini town course at Skyline School—showcasing new replicas donated by local businesses. Great Falls Public Schools organized the program with community partners, and it is now featured in a documentary on child safety training in our community.

City Commissioners approved a $194,795 Community Development Block Grant agreement on July 1 to purchase a new playground for Morony Park at 111 12th St N—staff said they will buy and install the equipment this summer or early fall.

They also approved a $92,000 purchase of an ADA custom Nucleus play system through Sourcewell—improving park access for local families.

On July 2, the Cascade City-County Health Department ordered Great Falls Ice Company to stop making ice at its unlicensed facility on Great Bear Avenue after pieces of black plastic were found in some bags—retail establishments were warned the ice may not be safe.

The company must meet licensing requirements before resuming production.

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.

Great Falls Turf Club Live Horse Racing

1 PM — Montana ExpoPark — Betting costs vary — Experience high-speed excitement and fun at the Great Falls Turf Club's thrilling horse races.

Open Prose and Poetry Reading Hour

6-7 p.m. — Cassiopeia Books — Free entry — Share your creative work in an engaging community reading session.

Great Falls Voyagers vs. Billings Mustangs

7-8:30 p.m. — Centene Stadium — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup as the Voyagers take on the Mustangs.

Billings Mustangs at Great Falls Voyagers

7-8:30 p.m. — Centene Stadium — Tickets available — Cheer on the Voyagers as they face the Mustangs in an exciting baseball matchup.

Tucker Wetmore Live Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Montana ExpoPark — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable show with Tucker Wetmore's high-energy country hits and southern charm.

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