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Offense Explodes for First Win of 2026-2027

GREAT FALLS, Mont. – The Bushnell University men's basketball team picked up their first win of the season and remain undefeated all-time against the University of Providence after picking up a 96-92 victory over the Argos on Friday night. The Beacons (1-1) shot 44% in the contest, hit 11...

Great Falls, MT · 11d

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Steele Harris leads Great Falls past Capital 28-20 as Bison punch ticket to AA quarterfinals

HELENA, Mont. — After being held scoreless in the first half the Great Falls Bison offense came to life down the stretch to defeat Capital 28-20 and advance to the AA quarterfinals. Great Falls standout and Wisconsin Badger commit Steele Harris was the x-factor for the Bison offense with a pair of scores.

Great Falls, MT · 11d

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‘No regrets’: Great Falls football star Steele Harris aiming for big impact after returning from injury

GREAT FALLS – Steele Harris has a bright, Big 10 future ahead of him. Email Great Falls Tribune/406 MT Sports reporter Grady Higgins at grady.higgins@lee.net. Follow him on X/Twitter @GFTribGHiggins.

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Defense lifts Fairfield past Shepherd 31-8 to advance to quarterfinals

FAIRFIELD, Mont. — The Fairfield Eagles are moving on to the Class B quarterfinals after defeating the Shepherd Mustangs 31-8. The Eagles and Mustangs engaged in a defensive battle throughout the first half before Fairfield pulled away down the stretch. Next up for the Eagles is a quarterfinals matchup...

Fairfield, MT · 11d

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Deputy City Manager Talks About IRONMAN Competition's MASSIVE Economic Impact on Great Falls

"So, this is a worldwide race," Deputy City Manager Jones said, "Right here in Great Falls, Montana."

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Montana Sports

As combat sports evolve, 'Montana's Finest' looks to bring boxing back

The foundation of all combat sports, Montana's Finest Boxing's Keith Kelly wants to bring boxing back to the Electric City.

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Players and coaches lead to electrifying freshman offense

Freshman wide receiver and defensive back Deighton Evenhus gives multiple people credit when it comes to freshman football’s explosive offense. “We’re lucky to have coaches that can evenly split the run and pass game,” Evenhus said. “It really helps clear the linebackers during pass plays.”. The...

Great Falls, MT · 15d

Montana Talks

Deputy City Manager Talks About IRONMAN Competition's MASSIVE Economic Impact on Great Falls

"So, this is a worldwide race," Deputy City Manager Jones said, "Right here in Great Falls, Montana."

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Great Falls' offense revitalized with full complement of weapons

GREAT FALLS — The Great Falls Bison (3-6) head to Helena for a first-round Class AA playoff game against the Capital Bruins (6-3) on Friday with its main offensive pieces back in place. The Bison enter the postseason with a balanced attack led by two of Class AA's top...

Great Falls, MT · 13d

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CMR knocks off Bozeman in four sets on senior night

GREAT FALLS — The CMR Rustlers (13-4) got a big win on senior night over the Bozeman Hawks (16-2) on Tuesday night in Great Falls. The entire CMR varsity roster comprises seniors, all 12 girls. The Rustlers fell to Bozeman’s crosstown rivals, Gallatin, in the state title game a season ago.

Great Falls, MT · 14d

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Great Falls wins a barnburner over Gillette 8-5 on 'Think Pink' night

GREAT FALLS — The Great Falls Americans (7-5-1) won a 13-goal shootout over the Gillette Wild (2-10-1), 8-5, on 'Think Pink' weekend at the Great Falls Ice Plex on Saturday night. The Americans raised money for breast cancer awareness throughout the night. Great Falls even had pink-colored ice during...

Great Falls, MT · 17d

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Conteh's Late Goal Lifts Mountaineers Past Providence

GREAT FALLS, Mont. — Fansu Conteh delivered the decisive moment Saturday afternoon, finding the net in the 86th minute to lift Eastern Oregon University men's soccer to a 1-0 victory over the University of Providence. The Mountaineers' persistent attacking pressure finally paid off late in the match, securing a valuable Cascade Collegiate Conference win on the road.

Great Falls, MT · 17d

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CMR defeats Great Falls 21-7 for its first crosstown win since 2017

GREAT FALLS — The CMR Rustlers (7-2) beat the Great Falls Bison (3-6), 21-7, on a snowy Friday night at Memorial Stadium for their first win over their rivals in nine years. Rustlers junior defensive back Payne Prinzing snagged two interceptions, including a pick six. The Bison grabbed the lead in the first quarter, but CMR scored 21 unanswered points to beat the Rustlers.

Great Falls, MT · 18d

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Bison vs Rustlers crosstown rivalry preview

GREAT FALLS — The Great Falls Bison (3-5) carry an eight-game win streak in the crosstown series into Friday night’s matchup with the CMR Rustlers (6-2) in the 62nd annual crosstown clash. The Rustlers enter the matchup winners of their last three, having clinched a postseason bye and...

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NonStop Local Missoula

Great Falls lands Montana’s first full-distance IRONMAN race

GREAT FALLS, Mont. — IRONMAN announced it is bringing a new full-distance race to Great Falls with the first IRONMAN Montana set for August 15, 2027.

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Montana Sports

Great Falls High's Rivers Herring leads Bison with physicality, positivity

The Bison running back and strong safety prides himself on being one of the most physical players on the field, whether he's carrying the football or coming downhill to make a tackle.

Great Falls, MT · 21d

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Verde Park remains open to sledding, city considering options to mitigate risk

Verde Park is not closed, nor is sledding banned. Toby Hazelbaker, who became the Great Falls Park and Recreation Director in April, told City Commissioners during their Oct. 20 meeting that the sign recently posted in Verde Park was a unilateral decision by the parks manager who “out of a good heart…wanted to keep the public safe.”

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Great Falls lands Montana’s first full-distance IRONMAN race

GREAT FALLS, Mont. — IRONMAN announced it is bringing a new full-distance race to Great Falls with the first IRONMAN Montana set for August 15, 2027. The organization said the event will mark Montana’s first full-distance IRONMAN and will add Great Falls to its global race circuit. Local tourism leaders and city officials said they expect the race to bring visitors, overnight stays and economic activity to the area. Tim Brosious, IRONMAN’s regional director, said the company saw Montana as a strong fit for the brand and the athlete experience. “Montana represents the type of destination that makes the IRONMAN journey so special, and we couldn’t be more excited to bring our next full-distance IRONMAN race to this truly special area of the country,” said Tim Brosious. “From the Missouri River and expansive prairie landscapes to the incredible views toward the Rocky Mountain Front, this course will give athletes an opportunity to experience Big Sky Country in a truly unique way. Great Falls has an authentic sense of adventure and a welcoming community that aligns incredibly well with the IRONMAN spirit. We are proud to work alongside the City of Great Falls and our regional partners to bring this event

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Coyotes turn in strong performances at Freezout Lake

The Shelby High School cross country team turned in several of its strongest performances of the season Thursday at the Fairfield-Choteau Invitational, held at Freezout Lake. The meet was originally scheduled for Harvest Hills Golf Course in Fairfield, but was moved after more than a foot of snow left the course unsuitable for competition. Runners instead competed on a 5K out-and-back course along the gravel roads at Freezout Lake.

Shelby, MT · 21d

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Great Falls lands Montana’s first full-distance IRONMAN race

GREAT FALLS, Mont. — Great Falls is set to join the Ironman circuit next year with the inaugural Ironman Montana, a move local leaders said could bring a major economic boost to the city. Rebecca Engum, executive director of Great Falls Montana Tourism, said estimates put the local economic...