Wishing everyone a good day! Here are some things to know for today:
WEATHER: Overcast skies. Scattered rain showers. Daytime highs in the upper 50s and lower 60s. Gusty winds, especially in the morning, with sustained winds between 15 and 30 mph gusting over 40 mph across the plains and up to 60 mph for the Rocky Mountain Front and the U.S. 87/MT-200 corridor from Great Falls to Lewistown.
- Dupuyer area rancher leads grizzly conflict resolution effort. Click here.
- High-speed chase in Cascade County. Click here.
- Two structure fires in Great Falls on Saturday. Click here.
- Fort Benton soliciting vendors for 'Bentonfest'. Click here.
- Fort Benton residents protest DOGE cuts, tariffs. Click here.
COMING UP:
BASKETBALL FUNDRAISER
Will be on March 29-30 - "Hoops for Hope" fundraiser youth basketball tournament at the Salvation Army. Open to 3-4 graders. Contact Gary Bistodeau at Salvation Army 406-453-0391.
HOME & GARDEN SHOW/SALE
At Montana ExpoPark in Great Falls on March 28 noon to 8 pm; March 29 10 am to 6 pm; March 30 10 am to 4 pm. Admission - $5 per person, children under 17 free with a paid adult
MOOSE LODGE FLEA MARKET
401 21st Street Black Eagle, MT. The Moose Lodge Flea Market on March 29. From 9a-3p. 6-foot tables or spaces available to rent $25.00 for members, $35 for non-members. Food will also be available. Proceeds go to Opportunities Head Start. For more information, call 406- 403-2133.
MALMSTROM SPOUSES CLUB AUCTION/DINNER
Date: Saturday, 29 March. Get ready for an evening of elegance, excitement, and making a difference! We are delighted to invite you to our 34thAnnual MSC Mercantile Auction, an unforgettable night in support of MSC charitable giving. Location: Elks Lodge, Great Falls, MT. Time: 5 pm. Put on your finest James Bond or Villain elegance and step into the sophisticated world of 007. All proceeds from the evening will directly support MSC’s charitable initiatives, including our Scholarship Fund. Last year, thanks to donors like you, we awarded $25,000 in scholarships—and with your support, we aim to exceed that in 2025! For more information, call Gillian Rauglas at 515.360.2550.
Here is today's joke of the day! Share with your friends: Why did the sun go to school? To get brighter! (Sent From Viewer: )
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