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Hello Great Falls! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: A small earthquake, gold and silver heating up, and St. Patrick’s Day parade + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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
Short term impacts explained: Calumet will conduct maintenance and routine alarm testing at its Great Falls facility on March 11, and residents may notice more flaring and noise, but no public action is needed — get all the details.
Likely aftershocks raise fault questions: Another small earthquake shook north of Great Falls on February 26, a 2.8 near Black Eagle. No injuries or serious damage were reported, and experts say the activity appears normal — learn what experts say.
Art and heritage converge: First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park will host an art show March 21 during Western Art Week, plus a final rock art hike, featuring works by King Kuka — get all the details.
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.
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💎 Local business spotlight
Pie cravings, solved: Double Barrel Coffee House Caféquietly turns out fresh, in-house pies; slices are ready now and whole ones travel well for later. The scratch-made biscuits rotate daily with new flavors, which practically counts as responsible meal planning.
Fresh stems, zero fuss: Whether you’re cheering up the kitchen table or apologizing to a thirsty houseplant, Sally’s Flowers delivers fresh, local blooms with zero drama. Hand-arranged bouquets, lush plants, and same-day delivery help you look thoughtful fast… no overthinking, just beautifully done.
Boulder, don’t brood: If your forearms crave a challenge, The Hi-Line Climbing Center is a bouldering-first gym with impromptu staff pointers, classes, youth programs, and a friendly scene that’s easy to join. Sneak a quick session, or bring the kids to burn energy… the holds are waiting.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
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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📆 Fun for the whole fam
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🧒 Minis Classes @ Below Zero Dance Studio | Thursday (3/12) at 5:30 PM – Whether your kid has jazz hands or just needs a place to wiggle with purpose, this Minis class keeps ages 3-7 engaged, confident, and happily tired. Friendly studio, reasonable tuition, and an optional Minis team for the go-getters, all while supporting local folks.
🎲 Bingo @ The Sober Life | Friday (3/13) at 6:30 PM – Bingo is taking over the Angel Room with family friendly rounds, light-hearted rivalries, and the kind of prizes that make you unreasonably proud. Bring your lucky charm, your indoor voice, and your best “B12” shout. Cheap thrills, real laughs.
🤡 Carpet Fools Championship @ Hobby Time RC | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Feel the midlife crisis, in 1/10 scale. The new Hobby Time RC on Old Airport Road rolls out a practice day, then two days of carpet racing you can race in or heckle, youth, 45-plus, and newbies all welcome. Cheaper than therapy, smells like victory.
🐰 Bunny Sessions @ MAD Studios Photography & Design | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to get a spring photo without the mall lines, the Bunny is back, walk-in only. Packages start at $20, and 10 images are $75, with cute composites on 5 and 10. Backdrop teasers coming, so rehearse that smile.
☘ St. Patrick’s Day Minis @ MAD Studios Photography & Design | Saturday (3/14) at 12:30 PM – Skip the blurry phone pics and swing by the studio before or after the parade for quick St. Pat’s minis. Pick your haul: 1 image $20, 3 for $45, 5 for $60, or 10 for $75, and leave with proof you wore green.
☘ 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.
❤ Love and Logic: Trauma-Informed Care for Adults Supporting Youth with Challenging Pasts @ Alliance for Youth | Saturday (3/14) at 4:00 PM – If you’ve ever been out-negotiated by a kid, this free six-week Love and Logic series for adults supporting youth is a reset. Learn trauma-informed tools that build trust, reduce power struggles, and practice empathy, consistency, and boundaries, with free childcare, tips you can use now.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Great Falls report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 46°F – Low: 37°F – Precip: 12%
Partly sunny, with a high near 46. West southwest wind 12 to 26 mph, with gusts as high as 41 mph. Later: A chance of rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37. West southwest wind 15 to 37 mph, with gusts as high as 58 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
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Tomorrow – High: 51°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 75%
Rain likely before 9am, then rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 51. West wind 32 to 41 mph, with gusts as high as 64 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: Snow. Cloudy, with a low around 28. West wind 8 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.
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