The Great Falls City Commission endorsed a resolution condemning the recent murders in Pittsburgh. It will be read at the next commission meeting at the Civic Center this coming Wednesday evening, November 7th, at 7:00 p.m. (the meeting is Wednesday… Read More ›
For those interested: Come join Senator Jon Tester for a Get-out-the-Vote Rally in Great Falls on Monday, November 5th. This event will be held from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm at the Black Eagle Community Center, located at 2332 Smelter… Read More ›
More to come … but, a special “Thank you!” to Barbara Harris from the Helena League of Women Voters, the board of Great Falls Rising, Aart Dolman, and the 140+ attendees and participants for an uplifting panel discussion last night… Read More ›
Dark Money, the documentary, from PBS and Montanans Move to Amend For a limited time, until 10/31/18, this important nationally recognized documentary, can be seen on the PBS Point of View website…. Read More ›
Here are three ways to vote in this election: Vote early: In Montana, you can register to vote AND vote early, all in one visit! You can vote early by going to your County Election Office (8AM-5PM on weekdays… Read More ›
Civility in Public Debate and Discussions … Read More ›
“Civility in Public Discourse – Is it Possible?” … Read More ›
Ninety+ people attended the GFR Candidate Forum on September 25th. The forum proved to be informative and civil! Thanks to the candidates and the audience for their participation in our democracy!
Great Falls Rising’s September 25th Gathering provides you, the residents of Cascade County, the opportunity for face-to-face discussions with your Montana Legislative candidates and your Cascade County candidates. What: A chance for Legislative and County Candidates in the up-coming November… Read More ›
The Bitterroot National Forest (BNF) is offering an opportunity for the public to provide input on recreation management – specifically mountain bike use – in the Sapphire and Blue Joint Wilderness Study Areas. The Blue Joint and Sapphire are home… Read More ›
Boilermakers Local D-239 and Imerys America met yesterday to try and hammer out a contract for the talc plant in Three Forks, MT, and the Montana AFL-CIO has reported today that Imerys is still refusing to negotiate in good faith… Read More ›
Montanans across the state are being denied the opportunity to influence decisions concerning vast amounts of public land that we all own. As an army veteran who served in Iraq and Afghanistan, I believe our public lands are part of… Read More ›
Join the POV Community Network to borrow Dark Money for free screenings in your community, classroom, staff trainings, or workshops. Note: Screenings may begin September 17. There are just a couple quick steps to borrow films from our free DVD Lending Library: Join the POV Community Network. Check your inbox for a link to… Read More ›
The Great Falls Pre-Release Center will be hosting a Meet and Greet session for the Cascade County Sheriff candidates, Bob Rosipal and Jesse Slaughter. This informal opportunity to meet with the Sheriff candidates will take place at the Great Falls… Read More ›
Candidates and Community mix together in support of Labor!
From Casey Perkins, Montana Wilderness Association: Good news – the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest has just extended the comment deadline for the forest plan revision until October 9th. This is great news because wild places like the Badger-Two Medicine,… Read More ›
From Big Sky 55+: Providing Quality Education for All Early Childhood through Higher Adult Education “(1) It is the goal of the people to establish a system of education which will develop the full educational potential of each person. Equality… Read More ›
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 ›
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 ›
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
Check out how our Congressional delegation voted. Do you want to retain Tester or add Rosendale? Retain Gianforte or add Williams? https://www.aclu.org/voter/
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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