Good morning, Missoula.

East Missoula will open a new community garden (at Lions Park) on May 3 to help residents in a food desert get fresh food since the area lacks a grocery store.

The project is led by East Missoula United, Garden City Harvest, and Missoula County and will welcome visitors (10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.) to join the grand opening.

A fatal rollover crash on MT-200 near mile marker 14 claimed the life of a 23-year-old Potomac man when his eastbound Toyota Tundra veered off the road, struck a power pole and overturned at 1:22 a.m. on April 5 — speed is suspected as a factor.

Helena native Trenton Wright, a Capital High graduate, is one of the top 64 American Idol contestants chosen from more than 140,000 auditioners.

He began recording his music in his dorm and now, with support from Montana fans and praise from music stars — his next round airs today.

Missoula County's Boys and Girls Club launched a new weekday Homeschool Club for youth ages 4 to 12 to help 1,200 homeschooled children build friendships outside the home.

The club meets 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the basement of Immanuel Lutheran Church and offers activities such as Lego robotics, 3D printing & D&D.

According to Bankrate.com, a typical home costs about $418,489 and buyers need a household income near $142,316 to afford one—more than in many states—even though fewer people are moving here.

Missoula Sentinel junior pole vaulter Geffen Guscio broke a 50-year record Saturday by clearing 15-6 at a triangular meet with Helena and Belgrade — his jump now stands as the top mark in Montana this spring and boosts his chances for gold at the State AA meet next month in Kalispell.

Helena native Anna Cockhill, a Capital grad and UM freshman, broke the single-season stolen base record by stealing 21 bases in 30 games, surpassing the old mark of 18 set in 2015.

She converted 21 of 24 attempts—continuing her family’s legacy as her father Bill watched while coach Stef Ewing let her run freely.

Connecting to Land Through an Indigenous Lens with Lailani Upham

5:45-8 p.m. — Missoula Public Library — Free entry — Explore Indigenous stories and their connection to the natural world and human experiences.

Scott Pemberton Concert in Missoula

8 PM - 2 AM — Monk's Bar — Entry fee TBD — Experience the funky guitar wizardry of Scott Pemberton and his electrifying band live.

TYNAN Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — The Badlander — Ticket info not provided — Experience an evening with TYNAN as he showcases his unique electronic soundscapes.

Missoula Valley Winter Market

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Southgate Mall — Free entry — Explore a vibrant mix of local produce, crafts, and treats at this winter market celebration.

Spring 2025 Master Naturalist Certification Course

10 a.m. — Montana Natural History Center — Registration required — Gain knowledge and skills in naturalist education and conservation.

The Backseat Lovers Performance

8-9:30 p.m. — The Wilma — Ticket info TBA — Enjoy an evening with the indie rock sensations from Salt Lake City.

Heaven Zest Concert

12-4 p.m. — Caras Park — Free entry — Enjoy a magical performance with Spirit-infused music from multi-talented artist Heaven Zest.

All Day Club

1:30 PM – 12:00 AM — Hawthorne Elementary School — Check for pricing — Fun-filled days await with the Boys and Girls Club of Missoula County.

PMP Certification Classroom Training in Missoula

9 AM – 5 PM — Missoula, MT — Early Bird discounts available — Gain essential project management skills through an interactive and comprehensive four-day training course.

Jackie Vetter Artist Presentation

4-5 p.m. — Missoula Public Library — Free entry — Experience an engaging presentation by artist and director Jackie Vetter in a cozy library setting.