Week of March 12, 2026

Mediation Ahead in Sheriff's Contract Discussions

Jeb Boettger, The Cascade Courier

CASCADE, MARCH 9 - As the Town of Cascade prepares for mediation with Cascade County over its law enforcement contract, town officials say the upcoming meeting could play a key role in determining how law enforcement services are provided in the future. The mediation conference is scheduled for April 1 at 1 p.m. at Wedsworth Hall and will be open to the public. The meeting comes as negotiations continue between the town and the Cascade County Commissioners regarding the contract for services...

MDT advances plans for Gore Hill Interchange improvements

Jeb Boettger, The Cascade Courier

GREAT FALLS, MARCH 9 - The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is developing improvements to the Interstate 15 Gore Hill Interchange (Exit 277) in Great Falls. The interchange provides access to the Great Falls International Airport as well as surrounding residential, commercial, and industrial areas. The project is intended to reduce delays, improve traffic flow, and enhance safety along I-15 between the 10th Avenue South Interchange and the Gore Hill Interchange. Planned improvements...

  • JV Boys Start Season with Wins Over Foothills Christian and Vaughn

    Tyler Costa, Head Coach, JV Boys Basketball Cascade Public Schools

    CASCADE — The Cascade junior high boys basketball teams opened their season strong, earning three victories across two matchups with balanced scoring and strong team play. The Badgers first traveled to Great Falls on March 3, where both the B and A squads earned wins against Foothills Christian. The B team set the tone with a 22–13 victory built on patience and balanced scoring. Cascade trailed 5–2 after the first quarter before settling in during the second, when Chance Houle and Heinrich Gessner knocked down key baskets while Michael...

  • Cascade Schools Interview Volleyball Coach Candidates

    Jeb Boettger, The Cascade Courier

    CASCADE, FEBRUARY 18 — Cascade Public Schools recently held a series of public interviews as part of the hiring process for the school’s volleyball coaching position, with candidates outlining their coaching philosophies, experience, and vision for the Badger program. The interviews were conducted during properly noticed public meetings in accordance with Montana open meeting laws. Trustee Chris Wilson opened the sessions and turned the process over to Activities Director Tyler Pollock, who...

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