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Rise and shine, Great Falls!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: St. Patrick’s Day parade, gold and silver’s surprising surge, and Flock of Seagulls live + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Great Falls protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
From disruption to distribution resilience: Great Falls’ Montana Food Hub aims to strengthen the local food system by connecting producers with wholesale buyers and supporters in a cooperative model that keeps more food dollars local — read the full story.
Doorstep impostor tactics explained: On March 2, Great Falls police warned of a potential utility scam targeting seniors, with men posing as utility workers and seeking payments for fake leaks. No incidents are confirmed — see what to watch for.
Crafting identity beyond home: Kayla Clausen turned Timberline Clayworks from a hobby into a one-woman polymer clay jewelry business, now sold in 12 North 40 Outfitters stores in Montana, Idaho, and Washington — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Comfort in a bowl: When the day calls for slurpable solace, Pho 10 serves rich pho, vermicelli bowls, and crisp rolls without complicating your evening. Add a Vietnamese coffee for a little self-care you can eat… and sip. Simple, satisfying, and reliably good, it’s the neighborhood fix.
Fresh fabric fix: If your stash needs a lift, The Quilt Away keeps Great Falls stitching with bold yardage, handy kits, and those notions you forgot you needed, plus regular classes and open-sew meetups that turn WIPs into finishes.
Comfort food standby: Tracy’s Family Restaurant is Great Falls’ reliable spot for legit diner plates, with fluffy pancakes, hearty omelets, and burgers that taste like someone cares. Service is friendly and fast, the vibe easy, and it’s the place you suggest when your brain can’t decide what sounds good.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎗 Teaching Kitchen Class: Cancer Survivorship @ Benefis Sletten Cancer Institute | Tuesday (3/10) at 1:00 PM – Whether you’re fresh out of treatment or years into survivorship, this multi-week cooking series helps you cook with confidence, with a registered dietitian in your corner. Think less Top Chef, more feel-better food. $70, six seats, financial help available; email [email protected] or call 406-455-5099.
🏺 Clay Making Workshop @ Brush Crazy Great Falls | Wednesday (3/11) at 2:00 PM – Whether you’re reliving Play-Doh glory or hunting garden gnomes, reserve a spot, claim a pound you’ll want to gain, and get hands-on. Make ornaments or wind chimes, we fire it, then you return to paint with acrylic for same-day pickup, or glaze for fancy finish.
🎤 Author Talk with Ken Robison @ Great Falls Public Library | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Local historian Ken Robison is unearthing Great Falls’ juiciest footnotes in the Cordingley Room, debuting Hidden History of Great Falls, with Cassiopeia Books selling copies. Expect glacial lakes that moved rivers, copper that wired the world, and tales your grandparents edited for dinner.
🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Vendor Fair @ Times Square Great Falls | Saturday (3/14) at 12:30 PM – Dust off your shamrock displays and snag a spot at the St. Patrick’s Day Vendor Fair, where locals browse, you cash in, everyone pretends corned beef is a vegetable. Vendor fee is $25, and applications are at the main office across from the elevators.
☘ St. Patrick’s Day Parade @ Downtown Great Falls | Saturday (3/14) at 1:30 PM – Whether you’ve marched in it since the kids were in strollers, or you just show up for corned beef and people-watching, the St. Patrick’s Day parade still delivers. Think bagpipes, step dancers, politicians perfecting the parade wave, and a post-route pint, obviously.
🎗 Medical Benefit for Steve Bolstad @ The Do Bar | Saturday (3/14) at 2:00 PM – Join the community to lift up Steve Bolstad with camaraderie, a silent auction, drawings, a 50/50, and seriously good food. Bring your checkbook, your appetite, and your raffle luck, and let’s show up big for the guy who shows up for us.
🍀 St. Patrick’s Kid’s Day @ The Crafter’s Lounge | Sunday (3/15) at 11:00 AM – Let the kids go full leprechaun at this St. Patrick’s craft day, with several make-and-take projects and supplies included. It is 2 for $5, so bring a sibling or a neighbor’s kid, then bask in ten quiet minutes, a glitter storm, and fridge-worthy art.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Great Falls report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 44°F – Low: 21°F – Precip: 18%
A slight chance of snow before 1pm. Mostly sunny. High near 44, with temperatures falling to around 40 in the afternoon. West wind 7 to 29 mph, with gusts as high as 44 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 21. West southwest wind 6 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 39°F – Low: 22°F – Precip: 24%
A slight chance of snow after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 39. West southwest wind 7 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 22. West southwest wind 10 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.
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