From The Electric Posted on September 2, 2018 by Jenn Rowell Local government officials laid out areas of concern for state lawmakers during a forum on Aug. 28th. Four City Commissioners and all three County Commissioners participated in the event… Read More ›
Events
Give Labor Day to the Workers!
Help us give Labor Day to the Workers! Rally at 6 pm Monday, September 3rd, in Three Forks with Senator Jon Tester, Kathleen Williams, Rex Renk, Andy Shirtliff, Helena Mayor Wilmot Collins and local representatives and candidates! Since Aug. 2nd,… Read More ›
Labor Day Picnic
The Central Montana Central Labor Council presents its annual Labor Day Picnic featuring hot dogs, chips, beans, refreshments, live music and guest speakers. When/Where: Noon – 3 p.m. Monday, Sept. 3rd, at the Montana ExpoPark Cost: Free Contact: 406-788-1107
GFR’s City/County Commission-Legislative Candidates Forum 8/28
Ninety plus people joined Great Falls Rising for a very informative City/County Commissioner-Legislative Candidate Forum. Thanks to all who participated and attended. Democracy In Action! A special thanks to the following attendees: City Commissioners Owen Robinson, Mary Moe, Bill Bronson,… Read More ›
Seniors Lunch Discussion with the Governor
Join Governor Bullock this Thursday, August 30th, to discuss issues facing Montana’s seniors, Senator Tester’s unwavering support for Medicare and Social Security, and what is at stake in the upcoming election. Thursday, August 30th, 2018 12:00-12:45 pm Great Falls Education… Read More ›
GFRising August 28 Gathering
AGENDA Great Falls Rising Gathering Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at 5:30 pm Episcopal Church of the Incarnation, 600 3rd Avenue North (use the alley entrance) 1. Pre-Meeting Book Discussion Aart Dolman 5:30 – 6:15 pm 2. Mix and Mingle with… Read More ›
Crisis of Conscience IV – Fascism Past and Present – Aart Dolman
The subject of the fourth “Crisis of Conscience” book talk for the 08/28/2018 Rising Great Falls gathering will be the Fascist Anti-Government Movement from the end of the Vietnam Conflict to the recent meeting held in Helsinki by Presidents Trump… Read More ›
Happy 83rd Birthday to Social Security!
August 14th marks the 83rd anniversary of the passing of Social Security, our great social safety net, keeping millions of Americans out of poverty. Come celebrate the anniversary of this historic milestone and see how you can get in involved… Read More ›
Mayor Wilmot Collins Discusses Challenges Immigrants Face
Helena’s Mayor Wilmot Collins was the guest speaker at the Great Falls Rising July meeting, held Tuesday night (July 31st) at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation. Wilmot spoke of the challenges faced when his home country, Liberia, became politically… Read More ›
Mayor Wilmot Collins speaks to GFR on July 31
Over 75 people attended Helena’s Mayor Wilmot Collins’s presentation at GFR’s July Gathering. Mayor Bob Kelly introduced Mayor Collins. An informative evening!
Crisis of Conscience III – Aart Dolman July 31st at 5:15.
GFR will present its third book review on issues of importance to our up-coming election. Prior to GFR’s July 31st Gathering featuring Helena’s Mayor Wilmot Collins speaking about his personal experience as an immigrant, Aart will review two books on… Read More ›
Mayor Wilmot Collins of Helena to Speak at Great Falls Rising Gathering in July
Updated: The July gathering for Great Falls Rising has revised start times due to the State Fair. Our featured guest, Wilmot Collins, the recently-elected mayor of Helena, Montana, will begin 6:00 pm. The monthly gathering is at the Parish Hall… Read More ›
Border Cry! July 19th at 6:00pm!
Join us for an evening of live music and positive action at the 1st United Methodist Church, 610 2nd Ave. N, with The Lucky Valentines and Peter and Molly Wilson. These local musicians will share songs and stories inspired by… Read More ›
Pictures from the Trump Rally on July 5th
Civil…and not so civil…discourse at the Trump rally held in Great Falls on Thursday, July 5th. Great Falls Rising got a mention in the press also for participating at the protest. Check out The Electric for more great pictures.
Panel Discussion Held on the Effect of Federal Trade Policies on Montana Economy
The June Great Falls Rising gathering focused on trade issues and policies that affect our state. The panel discussion included Eric Somerfeld from the Montana Farmers Union, Shane Etzwiler from the Great Falls Chamber of Commerce and Bob Funk from… Read More ›
Democratic Candidates Forum Well Attended
Approximately 170 people attended the forum for candidates running for the Democratic seat for the U.S. House election for Montana this fall. The event was about 90 minutes long and was recorded for later viewing. Audio was also captured and… Read More ›
Great Falls Rising Hosts Forum on May 14th with Democratic Congressional Candidates
With the primary election less than a month away, Great Falls area voters will have a chance to compare the Democratic candidates for Congress as they address the issues in a forum hosted by Great Falls Rising on Monday, May… Read More ›
Interfaith Prayer Circle Held at the Civic Center
The rally was held at 5:30 pm Thursday evening, April 19th, in front of the Civic Center in response to a guest speaker at the Set Free Church later in the evening. The guest speaker was with the extremist group… Read More ›
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