Good morning, Great Falls.

At Brian’s Wild Game & Processing in Great Falls, business is busy as hunters prepare for the bow season starting Saturday — some bring extra harvested game to be donated to food banks.

Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks is partnering with the Montana Food Bank Network to help local pantries receive these donations for families in need.

The Roadhouse Diner in Great Falls will soon have new owners as longtime employee Danica Gliko and her husband Dillon buy it from current owners Jason and Tara Beam.

Since opening in June 2015 in a small log cabin building at 613 15th Street North, the diner is known for its local ingredients—its popular burger specials have earned top marks on local Best Of lists.

Two detention center officers were arrested for separate incidents—Joshua Yellow Owl was charged on August 31 after a disturbance on Sixth Street South that injured a woman, and Breana Rowe was arrested on August 24 for driving under the influence and speeding in Great Falls.

Detention officer Joshua Yellow Owl was arrested in August on misdemeanor domestic violence charges for allegedly assaulting a female partner and tampering with a communication device after a witness saw him hit her in a vehicle—he is on paid leave and Great Falls Police are investigating the case.

Today, as students return to classrooms, Great Falls Public Schools prioritize safety by having crossing guards and resource officers train staff on emergency plans such as active shooter response.

Officials urge drivers to slow down in school zones and advise parents to plan careful drop-offs and pickups—ensuring safe travel for all children.

Today, Great Falls Public Schools focus on student safety as crossing guards urge drivers to slow to 15 mph and staff train on emergency responses while preparing for a safe return to class.

The district has strengthened drop-off procedures and engaged school resource officers in active shooter drills—ensuring children remain secure inside and outside classrooms.

City commissioners approved a $1.6 million contract to Central Plumbing, Heating and Excavating during their September 2nd meeting for the northside water main replacement project near West Elementary.

The project will replace 10 blocks of aging water main with new PVC pipe — work will start this fall and finish in spring, with detours and temporary water service arranged for residents and businesses.

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.

Chris Cagle Live

7-9 p.m. — The Newberry — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying night of high-energy country rock with Chris Cagle.

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.

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.

Direct Support Professional

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