Good morning, Great Falls.

Today, downtown Great Falls hosts Touch-A-Truck—a free family event on Central Avenue from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. that features fire engines, cranes, concrete trucks and a quiet hour from 9 to 10 a.m.—while the Junior League raises donations to support local community programs.

Electric City Water Park will close earlier this summer due to poor weather and the back-to-school season, but the park will continue hosting special events—like the Drool in the Pool dog swim on September 6—and is recruiting lifeguards for year-round training.

Gas prices in the Rocky Mountain region rose to $3.16 per gallon on Monday—up from $3.13 last week—according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

The regional price is about 1.3% higher than the US average of $3.12 and marks a second consecutive week of increases.

More than 1,100 Great Falls students received free backpacks, sports physicals, and haircuts at a Back To School Blast event held at the fairgrounds on Friday — the free services helped families get ready for school.

Montana homeowners who lived in their homes at least 7 months in 2024 could apply for the 2025 property tax rebate beginning Aug 15 and must provide details including the property address, geocode, tax paid, and Social Security numbers.

The rebate will equal the Montana taxes paid up to $400 with claims processed as received and distributed by Dec 31—properties meeting these requirements will also automatically qualify for the 2026 homestead reduced tax rates pending a mid-October notice.

Starting Aug 18, the south end of the 10th Street Bridge will close for construction until the end of September—workers will remove the asphalt and install a 6-inch reinforced concrete slab along with a new concrete wall and guardrails.

City officials said the project will not affect vehicle traffic.

Great Falls Voyagers vs. Billings Mustangs

7-8:30 p.m. — Centene Stadium — Tickets available — Get ready for some baseball as the Voyagers take on the Billings Mustangs!

Great Falls Voyagers vs. Billings Mustangs

7-8:30 p.m. — Centene Stadium — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting baseball game as the Voyagers face off against the Mustangs.

Beltstock

4:30 p.m. — Belt PRCA Rodeo — Ticket info available — Experience a weekend of music and vibes under the Montana sky.

QLC Day at the Voyagers Game

Join us for QLC Day at the Voyagers Game on Sunday, August 24th at 11:30 AM! Sundays are Kids Eat Free days at the park, and $5 from each $13 ticket purchased through QLC supports our programs—plus, the first 200 visitors to our booth will receive a free pair of sunglasses. For tickets, stop by 215 Smelter Ave NE, Suite 1 or give us a call at 406-452-9531.

QLC Day at the Voyagers Game

Join us for QLC Day at the Voyagers Game on Sunday, August 24th at 11:30 AM! Sundays are Kids Eat Free days at the park, and $5 from each $13 ticket purchased through QLC supports our programs—plus, the first 200 visitors to our booth will receive a free pair of sunglasses. For tickets, stop by 215 Smelter Ave NE, Suite 1 or give us a call at 406-452-9531.

Great Falls Voyagers vs. Glacier Range Riders

7-8:30 p.m. — Centene Stadium — Check website for ticket info — Cheer on the local baseball team in an exciting matchup against the Glacier Range Riders.

Logan Michael Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — The Newberry — General admission — Enjoy an evening of live music at this outdoor concert in Downtown Great Falls.

Chess Group

2:30-3:30 p.m. — Great Falls Public Library — Free entry — Open house chess group for all ages and skill levels.

14th Annual Arts on Fire Festival

10 AM – 4 PM — Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with art activities, music, food trucks, and more fun for the whole family.

Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professionals provides daily support for adults with developmental disabilities by providing quality support services that will assist them to maintain independence, provide opportunities for community integration, and create a nurturing, safe, and healthy environment. Full and part-time positions available with GREAT benefits AND SIGN ON BONUSES. Call 406-452-9531 to inquire