Molly B finds a new home

Molly B makes a dash onto Eighth Avenue South in Great Falls, while running from law enforcement officers after escaping from a slaughterhouse in 2006.

HELENA – Perhaps one of the most famous cows in Montana history has found a new home in the Helena Valley.

Molly B gained international notoriety on Jan. 5, 2006, when she jumped a 5 1/2-foot fence at a slaughterhouse in Great Falls and led authorities on a six-hour chase across the Missouri River and several neighborhoods.

The escape of the intrepid heifer quickly became the stuff of legends. She nearly met her demise several times as she scampered through Great Falls, crossing a busy highway and narrowly avoiding a semi and Chevy Suburban. Next came a close call with a train, and a final flailing attempt to swim the icy river waters before her recapture. Read more.

Maybe cows have nine lives like cats?