Cascade County Commissioners unanimously approved a contract with the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals during their Dec. 9 meeting for three years, with the option to renew for an additional two years. Susan Shannon, Expo Park manager, told commissioners that the county has partnered with the rodeo since 1980 and it’s a “hallmark event” at the fairgrounds, attracting thousands. County
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During their Nov. 4 meeting, City Commissioners will be asked to approve $425,000 to the Great Falls Baseball Club/Enbar for two infrastructure projects at Voyagers Stadium. The funding is nearly the entirety of available park district funds available for the Park and Recreation Department annually for projects and will require commissioners to approve a budget amendment since it wasn’t included
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C.M. Russell High defeated Great Falls High in their crosstown matchup on Oct. 30. Matt Ehnes of Jared’s Detours stopped by to capture a few shots of the action. The Electric is looking for a few high school/college students to help out with sports coverage this school year. That can include photos and/or stories. If you’re an interested student, email
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Great Falls High and C.M. Russell hit the field in the crosstown football game Oct. 24 at Memorial Stadium Great Falls High took the win with 16-3 over CMR. Matt Ehnes of Jared’s Detours was there with an eye for the students who don’t often get much attention.
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Cascade County Commissioners affirmed the county’s Zoning Board of Adjustment’s issuance of a special use permit for a multi-sports facility on Gore Hill during an Oct. 9 special meeting. The ZBOA approved the permit during a July 17 meeting to TNT Sports for a multi-sports training facility and batting cage business on 49th Street Southwest. TNT Sports is Jen and
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C.M. Russell High School fell 7-34 to Bozeman Gallatin during their Sept. 19 football game at Memorial Stadium in Great Falls. Matt Ehnes of Jared’s Detours was there to capture some of the action. The Electric is looking for a few high school/college students to help out with sports coverage this school year. That can include photos and/or stories. If you’re
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Great Falls High Bison fell to Billings West during the Sept. 12 football game at Memorial Stadium. The final score was 38-6. Matt Ehnes of Jared’s Detours was there to capture some of the action. The Electric is looking for a few high school/college students to help out with sports coverage this school year. That can include photos and/or stories.
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Missoula Big Sky defeated Great Falls High 27-6 on Sept. 5 at Memorial Stadium. Matt Ehnes of Jared’s Detours stopped by the stadium to capture a few moments of the action under the Friday night lights. The Electric is looking for a few high school/college students to help out with sports coverage this school year. That can include photos and/or
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Great Falls Park and Recreation is hosting several events in September. The Pollinator’s Blitz is 4-5 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Gibson Park Flower Garden featuring a horticulturist from the city’s forestry division who will guide attendees in best practices on pollinator gardens. Cuttings and seeds will be passed out to participants. Participants should being questions and a notepad and pen.
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Great Falls Public Schools is moving forward with fielding high school baseball teams in 2026. The community-led fundraising committee met their initial milestone of $101,000 by July 31 to cover startup costs. They next have to raise $95,050 by Jan. 31 for the first year’s operational costs. Startup costs include uniforms, batting helmets, equipment and basic field maintenance equipment. The
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