Good Day
Great Falls
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Great Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today at MacKenzie River Pizza on River Drive South, the restaurant will host its annual Tip-A-Cop event to raise funds for Special Olympics Montana which supports more than 3,800 people with disabilities. The event uses Celebrity Servers to collect extra tips as part of an official Law Enforcement Torch Run—an annual tradition since 2011. KRTV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Several new businesses and restaurants are being built in Great Falls as Panera Bread is under construction at 1322 10th Avenue South, Texas Roadhouse is being built at 1216 10th Avenue South, and Pizza Ranch is expected to open soon at 2515 10th Avenue South. Other changes include a Spirit Halloween now open at Holiday Village Mall along with recent openings from Best Wok, Asian Mix, Windy City Liquidations, Soda Station and Swing & Meat, while Chick-fil-A is reviewing a preliminary traffic study for its future site at 711 10th Avenue South — marking busy developments across the local scene. KXLH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, Cascade County detention officer Lloyde Paul Ogden, Jr.—on paid leave—was arrested at a Great Falls home after a family disturbance call and now faces felony assault with a weapon and misdemeanor partner/family assault charges following reports of armed, suicidal behavior and previous domestic incidents. KRTV
- ➤ On Sunday, August 17, a person died in a one-vehicle crash at the intersection of Central Avenue and Ninth Street in Great Falls before 3:30 a.m.—Cascade County Sheriff Jesse Slaughter confirmed the death but did not release the name. KRTV
- ➤ On Sunday, August 17th, Cascade County detention officer Lloyde Paul Ogden, Jr. was arrested in Great Falls on charges of felony assault with a weapon and misdemeanor partner assault—deputies responded after a family disturbance call reported he was armed and making suicidal statements. KXLH
- ➤ A Cascade County detention officer, Lloyde Paul Ogden, Jr., was charged with felony assault with a weapon and misdemeanor partner family member assault after officers responded around 3 a.m. on August 17 at 1015 4th Ave S when he reportedly threatened suicide while armed and assaulted his wife — his brother was also charged with obstructing investigators and concealing a firearm. The Electric
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Great Falls Public Schools will switch to a new math curriculum called Amplify Desmos Math at the start of the school year because the old materials did not meet state standards. Teachers at Longfellow Elementary (already training) said the program was chosen after teachers, community members, and administrators worked together (to meet updated requirements) to help students learn math. KXLH
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, September 13, the City of Great Falls Public Works Environmental Division and Veolia North America will host a household hazardous waste collection event at 112 First Street South near the Great Falls Police Department, running from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Residents may drop off household chemicals like antifreeze, gasoline, lighter fluid, paint thinner, road flares and more — but commercial waste and latex-based paint will not be accepted. KRTV
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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!
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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.
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Beltstock
4:30 p.m. — Belt PRCA Rodeo — Ticket info available — Experience a weekend of music and vibes under the Montana sky.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Chess Group
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Great Falls Public Library — Free entry — Open house chess group for all ages and skill levels.
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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.
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Chris Cagle Live
7-9 p.m. — The Newberry — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying night of high-energy country rock with Chris Cagle.
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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
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