Cascade Farmer Rancher City Volunteer Fire Department

05/09/2026

Services for Retired Dave " Loper" Lee:

Friday May 15th
Location: Scotish Rite
Time: 10-11 Viewing
11-12 Funeral
Procession following service
* Depart from Scotish Rite to 10th Ave South
* West on 10th Ave South to right on 6th St SW.
* North on 6th St SW to Northwest Bypass.
* Northwest Bypass continuing on Vaughn south frontage road
AT THE END OF THE FRONTAGE ROAD ALL OTHER UNITS EXCEPT BLACK EAGLE AND GREAT FALLS AIRPORT FIRE UNITS TURN RIGHT AND RETURN TO THE INTERSTATE.
** At the family's request, only Lee's family, Black Eagle Black Eagle Volunteer Fire Department and Great Falls Airport Firefighters IAFF Local 3261 will continue Procession to Dave's burial place.

The family wishes that any fire department and trucks report/ park at the Scotish Rite between 0945-1015. Apparatus parked no later than 1015 please.

05/01/2026

Miles for Mason 2026 is here 💙
We’re inviting you to join us this May as we move with purpose — walking, running, jogging, or even waddling our way to 43.8 miles throughout the month.
This challenge is about more than miles. It’s about mental health, healing, and connection.
Getting outside and moving your body — even just a little each day — can have a powerful impact. Fresh air, sunlight, and movement are proven to help reduce stress, improve mood, and support overall well-being. Sometimes the hardest step is just getting started, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Together, we move forward. 💙
👉 Register here: https://masonmoorefoundation.com/collections/miles-for-mason/products/miles-for-mason-event-registration

04/26/2026

04/19/2026

Credit to Eric Peterson.
Thank you so much for putting together this amazing tribute to Karsten 🚒🇺🇸❤️

04/19/2026

Community members gathered to mourn and pay their respects to Ulm Fire Chief Karsten Hovland, who passed away on April 3 at 43 years old.

04/18/2026

🚒 SAVE THE DATE 🚒
The 2026 Montana State Volunteer Firefighters Convention is coming to Stevensville, Montana!

Where?📍 Stevensville, MT
When? 📅 June 11–13, 2026

We’re excited to welcome volunteer firefighters, officers, families, and supporters from across the state to the Bitterroot Valley for a weekend of training, networking, recognition, and Montana hospitality.

More details on registration, training opportunities, and events will be coming soon — but for now, mark your calendars and plan to join us in Stevensville!

04/18/2026

PSA for anyone traveling in the Great Falls to Ulm area tomorrow, we are anticipating a large turn out for Chief Karsten’s Funeral so please be patient, be aware of vehicles and people, and drive safely. Thank you.

🚨 Community Traffic Advisory – Saturday, April 18 🚨

On Saturday morning, a large number of emergency vehicles, semi-trucks, farm equipment, and other apparatus will gather in honor of Chief Karsten Hovland.

Beginning around 8:00 AM, vehicles will stage along Central Avenue in front of Croxford Funeral Home, occupying the northbound lane.

Following the funeral service, the procession will travel:
➡️ West on Central Avenue
➡️ South on 9th Street
➡️ West on 10th Avenue South
➡️ Continuing toward Ulm for Chief Hovland’s final resting place

If you need to be in the area, please use caution:
• Watch for large vehicles and pedestrians
• Expect traffic delays and temporary congestion

If you encounter the procession:
• Yield to all vehicles in the procession
• Do not cut into or pass the procession (unless on the interstate)
• Wait until the final vehicle has passed before resuming normal travel

We appreciate the community’s patience and respect as we honor Chief Hovland’s service and legacy. 🇺🇸