Good morning, Great Falls.

Speedy Glass will launch Project Hunger on October 13 at 2125 10th Avenue South to collect canned and nonperishable food for the Great Falls Community Food Bank as local families face hardship from the recent government shutdown—this drive follows a recent clothes collection and aims to help people this winter.

Heroes Rise Coffee opened its new Great Falls location at 5600 Seventh Avenue South after a soft opening earlier this month; the father-and-son team founded the shop to serve first responders will officially open in early November and offer half-priced drinks to government personnel during the shutdown—supporting those who keep our community safe.

County commissioners affirmed a special use permit for TNT Sports’ proposed multi-sports facility on Gore Hill during an Oct.

9 meeting—allowing the development of 8,000 square feet indoor space and 3,000 square feet outdoor area on a 10.49-acre parcel while a local homeowner’s appeal over traffic and safety concerns was denied.

Officials in Great Falls confirmed that a goose taken from Gibson Park on September 26th tested positive for bird flu after showing signs of illness.

City staff are working with state agencies — canceling the annual Duck Roundup and relocating birds indoors to keep people, pets, and wildlife safe.

Daft Punk Tribute Night

8:30 PM – 12:30 AM — The Newberry — Tickets starting at $80 — Experience an unforgettable tribute to the legendary Daft Punk.

Powering Savings: Energy Tools & Financial Opportunities for Montana Businesses

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — SpringHill Suites by Marriott Great Falls — Free entry — Explore tools for energy efficiency and financial support to enhance sustainability for businesses and organizations.

Broadway in Love

7:30-9 p.m. — Mansfield Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a romantic evening with Broadway stars Libby Servais and Stephan Stubbins as they perform their heartfelt show.

World Ballet Company - The Great Gatsby

6-7:30 p.m. — Mansfield Center for the Performing Arts — Check the website for ticket pricing — Experience the Roaring Twenties with dazzling ballet and a tale of love and scandal.