“Meeting By Accident”

If you listen to the radio in Great Falls, then you’ve heard the commercials for 3-Way Auto Body. The announcer says: “Meeting by accident — a commonly used phrase…in the auto body business, it’s true: if you meet somebody by accident…” The thing is, I don’t recall EVER hearing anybody use the phrase, “meeting by accident.” Have you?

September 29, 2005 | Filed Under business, media | 3 Comments

Election Blog

OK, it’s not exactly the slickest-looking weblog, but it works: Great Falls Election 2005! Not much there yet, but it’s a start. Comments are welcome by anyone, and anyone can register and make a post of their own: citizen asking a question of candidates, or candidate posting his or her views or platform. Some basic rules of engagement: be nice, no flaming, no slander, etc. What do you think - will this work?

September 25, 2005 | Filed Under around town, election | 3 Comments

Civics Blogging

One of the very neat things about blogging is that it allows everyone to get involved. Perfect example: Aaron posted an entry about a zoning issue in his neighborhood, and posed a question to Dona Stebbins, who is a Mayoral candidate and was involved in the zoning decision several years ago. Dona is ahead of the curve, relative to most politicians: she reads blogs, and she understands that blogs represent another avenue to stay current with issues at the truly “grassroots” level. Bottom line: Aaron posed a question for all to see, and Dona replied in kind, explaining the zoning decision and giving some background.

Aaron’s post & Dona’s replies will not be seen by the same number of citizens who read the Tribune, but it is immediate, posted for all to see, and preserved for others to read and comment on at will. Good job, Aaron & Dona!

September 23, 2005 | Filed Under civics, blogging | 3 Comments

September Sky

Did anyone else gaze in admiration at the beautiful clouds over Great Falls today? They were just stunning…not sure how to describe them — maybe “streaky?”

September 20, 2005 | Filed Under outdoors | Leave a Comment

Bison At Large

Big Mike, who posts some incredible pictures of his community, pointed out that CNN has one of our semi-famous Painted Bison posted on the “Offbeat” picture gallery. This bison is on the south side of 10th Avenue South a few hundred feet east of Fox Farm Road, in front of Dahlquist Realtors.

September 19, 2005 | Filed Under around town | Leave a Comment

Around GF

What’s going on in the Great Falls blogosphere? First up is Andrea, who offers an apology for ever uttering the word “jetter,” which is a term used by some Great Falls natives to refer to the airmen at Malmstrom Air Force Base. Keri is hitting the road for a mini-vacation with her kids; she better bring some pix to share with us! Ray has some thoughts on the Katrina situation, and who is to blame for the post-storm chaos. The York Street Bum attended the Blues & Brews party last week and has photographic evidence.

September 18, 2005 | Filed Under blogging, people | 3 Comments

Storefront U.

I don’t recall this event from years past, but it’s almost time for the 7th annual “Storefront University.” It will be held on October 6 beginning at 6:00 pm. What is Storefront University?

“…downtown businesses hold great workshops for the community to learn about! Some of last year’s topics included Secrets To Great Soups & Chili, Panini Pizazz, Introduction To Green Tea, and Nordic Walking. Come see what we’ll have this year! After the workshops, people have the opportunity to ask questions and shop around. In addition, participating businesses have door prizes and special discounts … for more details or call 727-5430!”

You can read about the 2002 event to get an idea of what to expect. Might be fun to check this out — any of you plan to go?

September 15, 2005 | Filed Under shopping, business |

Election Results

The results are in: Dona Stebbins has earned the right to move ahead and compete against incumbent Randy Gray to be the Mayor of Great Falls! Congratulations!

In other news, it looks like Stuart Lewin’s public appearances (whether legal or not) didn’t seem to help, as he placed fifth in the election to determine which four candidates will advance to the November race for City Council.

September 13, 2005 | Filed Under news, civics | 1 Comment

Relief

I’m sure many of you have heard that Malmstrom Air Force Base has sent several dozen airmen to aid in the relief efforts underway in and around New Orleans. One of those airmen is none other than John, of Domestic Life. Go on over and leave a comment of support — both for him and for his wife, who is pulling “double duty” while he is gone and she prepares the household for their cross-country move later this month.

September 12, 2005 | Filed Under news, military | Leave a Comment

Good Neighbors

A story with a happy ending, it appears: you remember a few days ago the news that the Park-n-Ponder had been vandalized several times recently? Well, the community rallied to support the cafe and owner Francie Robertson:

“…warm support from the community accompanied by thousands of dollars in private donations allowed Park & Ponder to install a new security system and restored Robertson’s faith in human nature…”

Good! The only thing that would make me happier about this would be for the vandals to be caught and prosecuted. (link via Andrea)

September 11, 2005 | Filed Under civics, people | 2 Comments

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