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Missoula
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Missoula city and rural firefighters climbed the stairs at The PEAK Blue Mountain on Wednesday to raise funds for Blood Cancer United & raffled off prizes from local businesses. Raffle winners will be announced Monday, Feb. 23 when donations continue to be accepted at PEAK Service Desks. KPAX
- ➤ Firefighters from Missoula Fire Department and Missoula Rural Fire are climbing stairs at PEAK Health and Wellness's Blue Mountain today to raise money for blood cancer research, with raffle prizes, music, and community participation until 6:00 p.m. MontanaRightNow
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The UM Black Student Union is hosting its eighth annual Black Solidarity Summit from today to Sunday at the University of Montana, featuring trivia, creative arts, movies, and Soul Food Sunday (a celebration of Black History Month). KPAX
- ➤ The Big Sky Documentary Film Festival is underway in Missoula & premieres 'Mother Range,' a film following ranchers Amber Smith and Jaimie Stoltzfus as they balance family life with sustainable agriculture. It debuts Sunday, Feb. 22 at 1 p.m. at the Wilma Theater. KPAX
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Montana Stockgrowers Association is urging federal lawmakers to expand the H-2A program so foreign workers can help at feedlots and livestock auction markets — a change meant to ease the ongoing labor shortage for cattle operations. Montana Public Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UM reported a 3% increase during the Spring census, bringing enrollment to over 11,000 students; Vice President Leslie Webb said robust campus initiatives helped keep enrollment afloat & the university is preparing to welcome more first-year students next fall. Newstalk KGVO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Gianforte praised Montana's fire response during the 2025 fire season on Wednesday, noting that the DNRC & Conservation kept 94% of wildfires on state-protected land at or below 10 acres, which safeguarded billions in property value. KPAX
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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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Missoula Women's Fair
11 a.m.-4 p.m. — University Center Ballroom — Free entry — Celebrate women and support local nonprofits with shopping, pampering, and entertainment.
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San Holo - Wholesome Riddim Chapter Two
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Wilma — Cost not specified — Experience the musical journey of San Holo as he blends personal tales with innovative soundscapes.
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Run For The Luck Of It!
8:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Missoula County Fairgrounds — Registration fee applies — Kick off your St. Patrick's Day with a festive walk or run, complete with a free kids dash and live Celtic music.
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Montana Grizzlies Softball vs. Pacific Tigers
1-5 p.m. — University of Montana Softball Field — Tickets available — Come see the Grizzlies take on the Tigers in an exciting collegiate softball matchup.
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Montana Grizzlies Softball vs. Pacific Tigers
12-4 p.m. — University of Montana Softball Field — VIP tickets available — Experience the excitement of college softball with premium seating and packages.
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