Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Buck, a friendly 4-year-old dog, is ready for a new home at the Humane Society after his earlier adoption; the shelter invites locals to consider adopting him. Pack the House will be held on Thursday, March 5 at the Wilma Theater & ticket sales support lifesaving pet programs. Newstalk KGVO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Post Malone, Jelly Roll and Carter Faith will perform at Washington Grizzly Stadium on July 21 as part of The BIG ASS Tour Part 2, with tickets going on sale Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 10 a.m. Missoula Current
- ➤ Montgomery Distillery’s Bloody Mary has been named the best in Montana by Chowhound; the cocktail is praised for its balanced flavor + craft recipe that places it among the nation’s finest and boosts local brunch culture in Missoula. Newstalk KGVO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Montana in Missoula has proposed cutting its master’s programs (literature and economics) and pausing minors in Chinese and Irish studies to reallocate funds. The proposal will go to the Faculty Senate and Board of Regents for approval, and current students will finish their studies without new enrollments. KPAX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NorthWestern Energy released its draft 2026 Integrated Resource Plan and held public meetings — including one in Helena on Tuesday — to gather input on future energy supply needs. A final meeting is scheduled for today at 5:30 p.m. at Bozeman Library while comments are accepted online. KPAX
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jack Berry, a teen from Missoula who attended Hellgate, earned a spot on Team USA for the Winter Paralympic Games in Italy from March 6–15 and will represent the local community on an international stage. Missoulian
- ➤ WalletHub’s 2026 Best & Worst Cities for Football Fans report ranked Missoula 55th overall and 28th for college football despite lacking a pro team — naming it the top Big Sky Conference city ahead of Bozeman and other major cities. Newstalk KGVO
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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