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Great Falls
Saturday, July 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Great Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Albaro Picotte, 18, was arrested at Phoenix Apartments on July 9 after he allegedly threatened his ex-partner with a gun—he strangled her for about 30 seconds, broke a television, and stole her phone. The Electric
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Lewis & Clark Foundation board announced this week that executive director Elizabeth Moore will retire on July 31 and named Kelly Paladino as the new director, with her transition starting on Monday, July 14—Paladino brings extensive experience in fundraising and event management to the role. KRTV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Montana’s largest electric utility NorthWestern Energy slowed its 17% rate hike from May after a settlement with the Montana Consumer Counsel+ the change will lower the average bill from about $118 to $114 until the Public Service Commission makes a final decision. Montana Public Radio
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fish, Wildlife and Parks released a list of Montana’s top 10 most visited state parks for 2024, and Great Falls’ Giant Springs led with 463,724 visitors along the Missouri River. The list shows details on camping, boating and fishing facilities—helping locals plan their outdoor trips. Great Falls Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Great Falls City Commission raised water, sewer and storm drain rates that took effect on July 1 to fund urgent infrastructure upgrades. Customers will see the changes on their August bills—this decision follows a three-year hold during COVID-19. KRTV
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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Open Prose and Poetry Reading Hour
6-7 p.m. — Cassiopeia Books — Free entry — Share your creative work in an engaging community reading session.
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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.
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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.
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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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Big Sky Pro Rodeo
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Montana ExpoPark — Check website for ticket prices — Experience high-energy rodeo action with top-tier athletes and daring stunts under the summer skies.
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Bashin' Trash River Cleanup
9 AM – 12:30 PM — Oddfellows Park — Free entry — Help beautify your favorite park, trail, or river access in the Great Falls area.
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Great Falls Voyagers vs. Idaho Falls Chukars
7-8:30 p.m. — Centene Stadium — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting baseball game as the Voyagers face off against the Chukars.
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Idaho Falls Chukars at Great Falls Voyagers
3:30-6:30 a.m. — Centene Stadium — Ticket details available — Enjoy a thrilling baseball game between the Voyagers and Chukars with classic ballpark snacks.
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