Here's a quick look at our top stories for the morning of Friday, June 6, 2025:

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Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks Start of New Fire Station in Big Sky

After a decade of planning, Big Sky's new fire station is set to enhance community safety and response times—watch the video of the groundbreaking ceremony

Legacy Remembered: Granite Bench Dedicated to Veterans Home Advocate Robert Pavlovich

During an emotional ceremony, members of the community gathered to pay tribute to Pavlovich, a veteran and former lawmaker who worked for over 30 years to advocate for the home. “If it wasn’t for Bob Pavlovich, this veteran's home would not be here. You can take that to the bank and spend it,” said Fritz Daily, a close friend of Pavlovich.

Hands-On Learning: Gallatin High School Students Dive into Construction Trades

Gallatin High's new construction trades program inspires students like Jaxson, sparking interest in high-demand careers and hands-on learning opportunities.

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Here are some historical facts about D-Day, June 6, 1944, which marks the Allied invasion of Normandy during World War II:

• Operation Overlord: D-Day was the first day of Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion plan to liberate Western Europe from Nazi occupation.
• Invasion Forces: Approximately 156,000 Allied troops landed on the beaches of Normandy, which included soldiers from the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and other Allied nations.
• Beaches: The invasion targeted five beach sectors: Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword, each assigned to different Allied forces.
• Air and Naval Support: The invasion was supported by extensive naval bombardments and air support, with over 5,000 ships and more than 13,000 aircraft involved in the operation.
• Casualties: D-Day was costly in terms of human life. Estimates indicate that around 10,000 Allied soldiers were killed or wounded on the first day alone.
• Planning: The planning for the invasion began as early as 1943. It involved elaborate deception strategies, including Operation Bodyguard, to mislead the Germans about the invasion's location and timing.
• Weather: The success of the invasion was initially threatened by poor weather conditions. Allied commanders postponed the original invasion date from June 5 to June 6 after receiving a favorable weather forecast.
• Significance: D-Day marked a turning point in World War II. It allowed the Allies to establish a foothold in Europe, which eventually led to the liberation of occupied countries and the defeat of Nazi Germany.
• Commemoration: D-Day is commemorated every year, with various ceremonies held to honor the bravery and sacrifice of those who participated in the invasion.
  

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