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Great Falls
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Great Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Little Shell Tribe held its annual powwow in Great Falls as dancers in full regalia from Montana and nearby states filled the arena to celebrate Native culture and community. The event, which has grown since 2010—when it first began—is reported to have had its largest turnout and ended on August 24. KXLH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Scammers are targeting customers at gas stations and parking lots by selling discount 'gas station gold' that is fake and often leaves a metallic odor, and local business managers warn residents—especially seniors—to have items tested before buying. KXLH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Great Falls Public Schools welcomed more than 1,500 staff—including 75 new teachers—at a convocation held Monday at the C.M. Russell High School fieldhouse, where Native American students performed an honor song. Keynote speaker Sydne Jacques encouraged all staff to build meaningful connections as first day of classes is set for Wednesday, August 27. KRTV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Bear Aware workshop will be held in Great Falls on September 4 to teach residents how to reduce bear activity on their property with FWP bear biologists demonstrating safety techniques using inert bear spray. Organized by Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks, Sun River Watershed Group, and High Plains Conservation District, the event at 3615 29th Street SW will open its doors at 6:00 p.m.—attendees will be entered in a raffle to win bear spray and a holster. KRTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The intersection at 11th Avenue South and 28th Street South is closed from Aug. 25 to 28 for work on the Benefis Aging Services Center project while downtown streets undergo drainage improvements to reduce flooding—temporary barricades and detour signage are provided to keep access to local businesses open. Contractors United Materials and Capcon are replacing aging storm drains and water main systems to steadily improve the area. The Electric
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ About 3,000 acres off U.S. Highway 89, once set for Madison Food Park, are for sale after Great Falls Development Alliance foreclosed on unpaid bridge loans from the developers including Big Sky Cheese. Ongoing lawsuits over unpaid invoices and permit extensions for related projects add complexity to the sale—GFDA remains hopeful it will recover its losses. The Electric
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Great Falls Public Schools will launch high school baseball in 2026 if the community fundraising committee reaches its next goal; the group raised $101,000 by July 31—covering start-up costs for uniforms, helmets, and equipment—and must now raise an extra $95,050 by Jan. 31 for operating expenses. Assistant superintendent Lance Boyd said the board will formally accept the funds to hire coaches, though the program may be delayed another fiscal year if the additional funds are not secured. The Electric
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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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KISS Method Wound Care Conference 2025
7 AM - 5:30 PM — University of Providence — Free entry — Explore the latest evidence-based practices in wound management and enjoy networking with healthcare professionals.
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Talk Like a Pirate Day Party
8 AM – 12 PM — Great Falls Public Library — Free entry — Experience a fun family day with pirate-themed crafts and language learning.
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