Benefit set for toddler going into surgery

A medical benefit for a Great Falls toddler with ties to the Hi-Line is set for this weekend.

Kiari Marreel, 18-months, is scheduled for surgery Jan. 20, and a benefit to help with expenses is set for Saturday at 3 p.m. at Pit Stop Tavern, Raceway Cafe & Black Eagle Brewery located at 1600 25th Ave. Northeast in Black Eagle..

Kiari was born with a very rare heart condition that was found when she was in her mother’s womb with a right aortic arch that has a ventricular ring wrapped around her esophagus and trachea.

Kiari is the daughter of Tim and Joni (Heydon) Marreel and the granddaug...