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Turning Heartbreak into Action: How 1,000 in Action is Dedicated to Ending Child Abuse
When tragedy strikes, it often leaves us wondering how we can help so that it doesn’t happen to someone else. For Jen Barnett, founder of...


Supporting Children Through Grief: A Guide for Adults
The topic of death and the process of grieving is one that will affect us all, and although it’s not fun to talk about, it’s important to have some knowledge about how best to support those we love; particularly the children in our lives. Grieving the death of a loved one is a profound and complex experience, especially for children who may struggle to understand their emotions and articulate their feelings. As adults, we play a vital role in helping children navigate this di


Mighty Mo’s Casey Kingsland: From Homebrew Hobbyist to Award-Winning Brewmaster
Craft beer lovers in Great Falls owe a toast to Casey Kingsland, the creative force behind Mighty Mo Brewing. What began as a...


Great Falls Bids “See You Later” to Artist and Museum Leader Sarah Justice
Great Falls recently bid a heartfelt farewell to Sarah Justice, a beloved figure in the local arts scene, as she embarks on her new...


A Montana Kid at Heart: Raph Graybill's Great Falls Roots Shape His Campaign
From running around Gibson Park as a kid to defending constitutional rights in high-stakes cases as an attorney, Raph Graybill has...


The Therapeutic Power of Animals: How Our Furry Friends Boost Mental Health
Dog hair is the. absolute. worst. The way it collects under furniture, hides in corners of the house, floats around like the most...


We Asked. Geoffrey Stocking Answered.
At first glance, Geoffrey Stocking’s art might look simple – clean lines, bold blocks of color. But like watching an Olympic athlete...


A Taste of Community at the Snack Shack
Nestled in the heart of Gibson Park, the Snack Shack has been a beloved part of the Great Falls community for the past eight years. Jonathan Bass and his father transformed the former Park and Ponder restaurant, which sat vacant for a decade, into a bustling, seasonal locale for park visitors. Operating from April to October, the Snack Shack offers a range of delightful treats. At the top of the best-sellers list are the slushies, available in eight different flavors. Accor


We Asked, Supaman Answered.
Christian Takes Gun Parrish, widely known as Supaman, is a Native American dancer and innovative hip-hop artist, who dedicates his life to empowering others. Using his original art form as the vehicle, he spreads a message of hope, pride and resilience. Supaman will perform at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, at the Great Falls Public Library Park. GFE : On important days in our life, we often remember details of our day, like where we were or who we were with. Do you have a memorabl


The Art of Connection: Tessa Millhollin on Creativity and Community
Recently I sat down to talk with Tessa Millhollin about her career as a graphic designer. Great Falls has been her hometown since she was seven. We hopped on a Zoom call. She, from her apartment in Brooklyn, NY. Evening. Me, from my house in the central North Island of New Zealand. Early morning, a day ahead. Two computer screens, on opposite sides of the world, in opposite hemispheres and flip-flopped seasons, but united by Montana. See, Tessa and I used to work together i


Trout and Tradition: The Creative Process Behind the GF Edit’s Unique Look
I recently sat down to talk with Tessa Millhollin about her career as a graphic designer. Great Falls has been her hometown since she was seven. Her story is part of a larger series on people from Great Falls whose careers have taken them farther afield. Millhollin has established her own design business in NYC, you can read the full story here . When the Great Falls Edit launched, Millhollin designed the graphics and color story for the new site. So, I just had to ask her h


Appearances Can Be Deceiving: How Mental Health Affects Many
In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, Great Falls counselor Bridgette Pence wrote a piece for the Great Falls Edit. Pence talks about how many of us grapple with inward struggles, while on the outside we maintain an appearance of having it “all together.” Read her professional perspective on the importance of taking care of the mind just as we would our body. Mental health: it’s not a topic that is particularly fun to discuss, right?! But given the impact it has on … w
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