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Missoula
Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Missoula Interfaith Collaborative and the Poverello Center announced an Emergency Weather Overflow Space program that will shelter up to 40 unsheltered Missoulians during severe weather nights + local faith congregations and volunteers will transport guests and maintain the space with support from city and county partners. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Missoula County leaders are reviewing hundreds of comments on the Miller Creek horse herd wandering through a growing neighborhood as residents share both admiration and safety concerns. The county will offer suggestions by spring. Newstalk KGVO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sharktana, a new film featuring snow sharks, will be shot in Hamilton Feb. 9-13, and it follows a survival story during a town festival (local actors may audition for this non-union production). Newstalk KGVO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Supreme Court denied a request by education coalition attorneys to oversee a lower court ruling on an education savings account program — the decision allows the program to continue through the school year. Missoulian
- ➤ The Missoula County Public Schools Board of Trustees unanimously selected London Meservy to fill the trustee vacancy left by former chairwoman Wilena Old Person. Her appointment will guide school district decisions going forward. Missoulian
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grizzly Disposal will expand recycling services for Missoula residents starting Feb. 1 through a partnership with Waste Management at the SMaRT Recycling Center in Spokane, offering every-other-week pickup and plans to add more locations based on demand. Interested customers may call (406) 541-7171 for more details. KPAX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local Missoulans rallied today to demand full funding for Social Security, asking for a lift on staffing restrictions and better wages for workers. MontanaRightNow
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Montanans reported setting home thermostats from 60 to 86 degrees during a mild winter, and locals offered tips for adjusting settings when feeling too cold or too hot + comments show varied personal preferences. Newstalk KGVO
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new analysis using Zillow data (via Premier Timber Frame Builders) shows Montana rents increased 2.5% over the past year while other affordable states saw steeper hikes, affecting Missoula’s local housing market amid limited new construction. Missoula Current
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A Missoula media member said Nashville successfully hosted its first FCS National Championship last week at Vanderbilt's FirstBank Stadium, featuring a thrilling overtime finish and live music (about a mile from Broadway) that turned the game into a festive event for Montana State fans. Newstalk KGVO
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KPOP Demon Hunters Dance Party
9 p.m. — Monk's Bar — $5 — Get ready to dance and sing the night away with beats from Big Lou and DJ Pan Dulce.
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Jaenga Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Zootown Arts Community Center — Tickets from $72 — Experience an unforgettable musical event with Jaenga in Missoula.
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Missoula Writes
9:00 – 10:30 AM — Break Espresso — Free to attend — Engage in focused writing alongside fellow local writers in a supportive atmosphere.
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Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons Concert
6:30-7:29 p.m. — Missoula Children's Theatre — Tickets selling fast — Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons illuminated by candlelight.
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Daniel Donato Live Performance
8-10 p.m. — Top Hat — Cost info not listed — Enjoy a night of captivating music from Nashville's own guitar-slinger Daniel Donato.
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Missoula Valley Winter Market
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Southgate Mall — Free entry — Explore over 40 local vendors offering fresh produce, unique crafts, and tasty treats at this beloved winter market.
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Lovestruck Valentines Party
9 p.m. — Monk's Bar — $5 — Dance the night away with your crush as Cupid's favorite DJs spin the perfect love-themed tunes.
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Valentine's Day Hot Dog Party
8 PM – 9 PM — Monk's Bar — $10 — Enjoy a lively hot dog party with music and contests while supporting a great cause.
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