Good morning, Missoula.

Missoula Downtown Association honored local leaders + businesses at its 2025 Annual Awards held Thursday downtown.

The event recognized contributions from awardees such as Karen Sippy, Shane Zenker, Darlene Craven, Michelle McCue, Kelsey Krug, and Funk It Coffee and Thrift.

Minute Maid is discontinuing its frozen juice concentrate cans, including orange juice, lemonade, limeade, pink lemonade, and raspberry lemonade, as consumers favor ready-to-drink beverages (ending a longstanding freezer staple).

Post Malone, Jelly Roll & Carter Faith will perform at Washington Grizzly Stadium in Missoula on July 21.

Tickets go on sale Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 10 a.m., with presales beginning Feb. 6 on the official site.

GasBuddy reported that for the fifth week in 2026, gas prices fell in Montana as most Missoula stations set rates at about $2.69 per gallon on Monday + statewide averages dropped 1.2 cents to $2.70, compared with the national average of $2.83.

Missoula County approved a $21,000 contract with DJA and will repair the Sunset Hill bridge near Greenough this spring using a heat straightening process, with a total repair cost around $40,000.

The Montana Department of Transportation closed the bridge last September due to structural deformation.

Hellgate Elementary and Victor schools are offering free trigger and cable locks as part of a Safe Storage Campaign to promote gun safety and help reduce the risk of youth suicide; the locks are available to any adult until Feb.

23.

Sports Bet Montana now offers novelty prop bets (coin toss outcomes, anthem length, and Gatorade color) for the Super Bowl this weekend and will soon add Olympic and NCAA wagering as new lottery terminals roll out statewide in the fall.

The UM women’s flag football team will start its historic season on March 28-29 in Billings against Colorado Boulder’s club team, offering local fans a fresh chance to support school sports (excitement is building ahead).

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.

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.

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.

Open Skate at Monk's Bar

6-10 p.m. — Monk's Bar — $10 — Show off your moves at this thrilling open skate event with DJs, beginner hours, ramps, and rails.

Parkbreezy & TF Marz Live in Missoula

9 PM — Monk's Bar — Limited presales available — Experience deep grooves and soulful beats in an intimate night of music.

Big Sky Reptile Expo - Missoula Edition

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Big Sky High School — $10 Adults / $5 Children 5-10 — Explore exotic reptiles and top-tier pet supplies at this exciting one-day expo.

Coordination and Collaboration in Conservation Conference

Conservation Conference — Feb 23-27 — Holiday Inn Missoula Downtown — $30 — Explore innovative solutions for navigating a changing landscape in wildlife conservation.

Winter BrewFest

1-6 p.m. — Caras Park — $20 for taster glass — Celebrate the 15th anniversary with over 40 Montana-based brews, local food vendors, and live music.