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Great Falls
Friday, September 5th, 2025
Good morning, Great Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On September 3, KRTV hosted a telethon from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m. to raise funds for its annual 'If you give a child a book' campaign, and 97 donations totaling $8,317 were matched by the Scripps Howard Foundation to bring the total to $16,634. KRTV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Roadhouse Diner in Great Falls has changed hands to longtime employee Danica Gliko and her husband Dillon—both of whom trained under former owners Tara and Jason Beam—who promise to keep the same recipes and local ingredients. The new owners plan to build on the diner’s strong reputation for its innovative burgers while maintaining its familiar atmosphere for loyal fans. KRTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Mexican man, Enrique Hernandez-Rodriguez, 51, was sentenced Sept. 3 in federal court to time served and will be remanded to Border Patrol after pleading guilty in August and being held for 40 days at Cascade County Adult Detention Center—his case is part of Operation Take Back America. The Electric
- ➤ Alissa Page Lockman was charged after allegedly crashing a stolen Buick Enclave near Sixth Avenue North and 37th Street just after 4 p.m. on September 3 when the car hit a parked vehicle and rolled over, and court documents say she stole the vehicle days earlier and now faces charges for theft, burglary, drug possession, obstructing a peace officer and careless driving. KRTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ In the latest episode of At The Table, host Doug Mercado visited Ocean Star Seafood (1420 Market Place Drive) in Great Falls to explore the restaurant's offerings. KRTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Great Falls and Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway permanently closed public access at the Fourth Street NE rail crossing at West Bank Park for safety due to possible rail expansion into the Calumet Refining area. City officials said access remains available from Third Street NW + between Cowboys Bar and Tasty Hot Pot. KRTV
- ➤ Jeremy Jones, who has served as Great Falls Fire Rescue chief since 2020, is named the new deputy city manager and will start his transition within the next 30 days—he will manage city operations including the city clerk’s office, Great Falls Animal Shelter, and Civic Center events. City Manager Greg Doyon said the city is also recruiting a new fire chief and re-advertising for a Park and Rec director to address operational needs. The Electric
- ➤ Great Falls Fire Rescue responded to two structure fires in September, taking the yearly total to 25—one incident at 2 Prospect Drive injured a homeowner trying to quell a garage blaze and another small grass fire on 8th Ave. N. quickly spread to a detached garage. The incidents are part of a pattern that has seen several fires earlier this year compared to the same period last year. The Electric
- ➤ City staff proposed reallocating $183,785 in TIF funds for parking repairs and adding $150,000 for operations following votes from June and Aug. 27 meetings. City officials said they will raise parking fines—an effort to address a growing budget shortfall that could delay necessary downtown parking maintenance and upgrades. The Electric
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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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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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