Great Falls finally getting its turn at economic boom, city leaders say
Several large-scale developments underway have the potential to generate momentum in one of Montana’s slowest-growing large cities.
Jul 2, 2026Open source
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Former Montana commissioner tapped to lead Bonneville Power Administration 2 MIN READ
A former Montana Public Service Commissioner will be the next to lead the federal government’s nonprofit northwest power marketer. Travis Kavulla, original...
Jun 24, 2026Open source
MSGA members highlight industry solutions at MidYear meeting
Montana Stockgrowers Association members met in Great Falls for the 142nd MidYear Meeting to discuss policy, hear expert updates, and support industry programs.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
MSGA members highlight industry solutions at MidYear meeting
Montana Stockgrowers Association members met in Great Falls for the 142nd MidYear Meeting to discuss policy, hear expert updates, and support industry programs.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Great Falls High's Steele Harris has committed to a Big Ten football program
Steele Harris, the top-ranked recruit in the state of Montana in the 2027 class, has announced his college commitment.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Great Falls reacts to Janicki Industries’ $800M investment
City leaders anticipate more housing development and increased competition for homes, while some residents worry about rising costs and changes to Great Falls.
Jun 8, 2026Open source
Great Falls is getting a law school and a new nursing program
Touro University is expanding its presence in Great Falls by adding a law school and a nursing program. Touro opened its College of Osteopathic Medicine in G...
Jun 5, 2026Open source
EPA grants long-contested permit to dispose of Montana refinery’s wastewater
Great Falls biorefinery Montana Renewables can now send hundreds of thousands of gallons of wastewater to disposal sites in nearby Pondera County after the U...
May 11, 2026Open source
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Montana GOP formalizes opposition to ‘The Montana Plan’
The Montana Republican Party Executive Board on Tuesday passed a resolution formally opposing Initiative 194, “The Montana Plan,” which seeks to limit sp...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
‘Eye on privacy’: ACLU, ‘Montana County Attorneys’ briefs side with Cromwell, rail against Knudsen...
Two briefs from the American Civil Liberties Union and a group of Montana attorneys were recently released urging the state’s Supreme Court to take Cromwel...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Missoula and Western Montana speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Jul. 3, 2026
Our Democracy is in deep trouble. If you are unaware, you’re either refusing to look or are somehow blind to the realities of our country. Open your mind a...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Missoula-area breweries celebrate America's 250th birthday with locally sourced beer
Three Missoula-area breweries used Montana-grown hops and malted barley to make special beers in honor of the 250th anniversary of the country
Jul 4, 2026Open source
As America turns 250, a Montana tribe holds a ceremony for its buffalo
The resurgence of the bison, once hunted to near extinction, is a metaphor for the Chippewa Cree Tribe’s struggles and resilience, members say.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Montana softball coach explains plans for recent MM grad at D-I college
Montana softball coach Stef Ewing said Makenzie Henthorn will have a chance to pitch next season for the Grizzlies, and has the ability and drive to take ov...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Quick call, big heart: Eastern Montana rallies behind stroke survivor's $70K in bills
When Tim Therrien fumbled a few dishes at the kitchen sink one night, his wife knew something was wrong.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
June in photos: The Montana Standard's best images from photographer Megan Nielsen
From graduating Butte High School's class of 2026 to enjoying time on the Big Hole River, take a look at The Montana Standard's best photos from June.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Business Briefcase: Dentistry awards, Helena swim store fitting event, new PA at St. Peter's
These are the businesses that employ the most people in Montana. Source: Montana Department of Labor
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Montana’s only fife and drum corps brings the Revolutionary War to life in the Flathead Valley
Much like the soldiers who fought in the fledgling Continental Army in the early days of the Revolutionary War, members of the Glacier Fife and Drum Corps ar...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Three Days of Tradition: Livingston, Montana celebrates the Fourth of July in a big way
LIVINGSTON, Mont. — The streets of Livingston are filling with visitors as the community kicks off its annual Fourth of July celebration.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Shakespeare in the Parks returns to Washington Park in July
The Park County Arts Council is once again sponsoring this season’s performances by Montana Shakespeare in the Parks. This year the troupe brings Shakespea...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Montana DEQ proposes Big Hole River 'impairment' designation for algae
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality recently proposed adding an impairment designation for algal blooms in the Big Hole River. Critics allege DEQ
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Montana FWP hopeful recent rains will help north-central Montana's hurting mule deer herds
After three years of extreme drought in parts of north-central Montana, biologists are hopeful that recent significant rain will be a boon to this year’s c...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
FWP proposes unique conservation easement to increase public access, protect critical habitat in central Mo...
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is proposing to purchase a 99-year conservation easement (CE) to protect critical habitat and increase public access in ce...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Heritage Keeper Award goes to O. Alan Weltzien
A Dillon man, O. Alan Weltzien, Ph.D., was one of two Montanans recently selected to receive Heritage Keeper Awards by the Montana Historical Society
Jul 2, 2026Open source
TroutCast tool brings drought forecasting to blue-ribbon trout rivers
A new interactive web-based tool, TroutCast launched this summer to help forecast drought impacts on trout populations and support fisheries and water manage...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
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Great Falls is in Cascade County, Montana.
Region: Central Montana
ZIP Codes
59401, 59403, 59404, 59405, 59406
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Montana GOP formalizes opposition to ‘The Montana Plan’
The Montana Republican Party Executive Board on Tuesday passed a resolution formally opposing Initiative 194, “The Montana Plan,” which seeks to limit sp...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
‘Eye on privacy’: ACLU, ‘Montana County Attorneys’ briefs side with Cromwell, rail against Knudsen...
Two briefs from the American Civil Liberties Union and a group of Montana attorneys were recently released urging the state’s Supreme Court to take Cromwel...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Missoula and Western Montana speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Jul. 3, 2026
Our Democracy is in deep trouble. If you are unaware, you’re either refusing to look or are somehow blind to the realities of our country. Open your mind a...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Missoula-area breweries celebrate America's 250th birthday with locally sourced beer
Three Missoula-area breweries used Montana-grown hops and malted barley to make special beers in honor of the 250th anniversary of the country
Jul 4, 2026Open source
As America turns 250, a Montana tribe holds a ceremony for its buffalo
The resurgence of the bison, once hunted to near extinction, is a metaphor for the Chippewa Cree Tribe’s struggles and resilience, members say.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Montana softball coach explains plans for recent MM grad at D-I college
Montana softball coach Stef Ewing said Makenzie Henthorn will have a chance to pitch next season for the Grizzlies, and has the ability and drive to take ov...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Quick call, big heart: Eastern Montana rallies behind stroke survivor's $70K in bills
When Tim Therrien fumbled a few dishes at the kitchen sink one night, his wife knew something was wrong.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
June in photos: The Montana Standard's best images from photographer Megan Nielsen
From graduating Butte High School's class of 2026 to enjoying time on the Big Hole River, take a look at The Montana Standard's best photos from June.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Business Briefcase: Dentistry awards, Helena swim store fitting event, new PA at St. Peter's
These are the businesses that employ the most people in Montana. Source: Montana Department of Labor
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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