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Missoula
Monday, March 9th, 2026
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Missoula Fire Department is celebrating Women's History Month by honoring pioneering firefighters Marie Bussard + Carla Gamradt, whose service will be spotlighted throughout the month to inspire future firefighting careers. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ The AniMeals Adoption Center and Food Bank launches its Working Cats Program by placing shelter cats on local farms and ranches for pest control. Janet Rose said the program provides necessary care — including spay/neuter and vet visits — to help cats serve both farmers and the shelter. MontanaRightNow
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Drum Coffee has had to limit menu choices & raise prices as tariff uncertainties keep affecting its coffee supply, co-owner Ben Gaude said. The local business faces ongoing challenges since relief from tariff changes may take months to reach its orders. KPAX
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Former Missoula sheriff William Houston recounted in a 1925 interview his encounters with Wild Bill Hickok, including a faro game where the famed gunfighter showed his quick draw skill. His recollections preserve a colorful piece of local lore that helps shape our shared history. Missoula Current
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Biocontrol Project uses insects and fungi to slow spotted knapweed in fields. The project, based at the Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension, holds collection days in spring and summer to help landowners manage invasive weeds. KPAX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missoula’s new parks and recreation director calls for expanding the organic park management pilot program - a move intended to create more herbicide-free park spaces, with further details to be shared soon. Missoulian
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Grizzlies head into the Big Sky Conference men's basketball tournament and aim to rewrite their season's story + local fans follow their progress closely. Missoulian
- ➤ Montana Lady Griz closed their first season under head coach Nate Harris without matching last year’s Big Sky magic — they are planning to build on this foundation next season. Missoulian
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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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Montana Grizzlies Softball vs. Seattle University Redhawks (DH)
11 AM – 3 PM — University of Montana Softball Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling doubleheader between the Grizzlies and the Redhawks.
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WEST 22ND - The To Be or Not To Be Tour
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Top Hat — General Admission tickets available — Experience an unforgettable performance from WEST 22ND on their exciting tour.
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Grieves Concert - Out Cold Tour
10:00 – 11:30 p.m. — Top Hat — Tickets available through Ticketmaster — Enjoy an electrifying live performance by Grieves during his Out Cold Tour.
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Montana Grizzlies Softball vs. Portland State Vikings
12 PM — University of Montana Softball Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling matchup between the Grizzlies and Vikings at the home field.
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Rubber Soul Reimagined
7:30-10 p.m. — Zootown Arts Community Center — $20 GA Tickets / $15 Student Tickets — Experience a staged performance of the Beatles' iconic album 'Rubber Soul' with music, dance, and film.
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Jeff Tweedy Concert featuring Macie Stewart
7:30-9 p.m. — The Wilma — Prices vary — Experience an evening of captivating music with Jeff Tweedy and special guest Macie Stewart.
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