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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Food Bank Network in Missoula received a $250,000 grant from Republic Services to build a new, larger repack room—twice the current size—to let more volunteers work on emergency food packing. The network said the new facility will be completed by the end of summer. MontanaRightNow
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ University of Montana Assistant Professor Lrah Diehl appeared on Montana This Morning to offer last minute tax filing tips for residents preparing to file before April 15 + her guidance highlighted key steps to complete taxes correctly. KPAX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missoula attorneys and officials filed confidential complaints against Judge John Larson, saying his rulings in youth cases appear highly unusual and may violate legal standards. His decisions, including keeping a youth in court against advice from both prosecutors and defense attorneys, have led the Montana Supreme Court to pause a case as the oversight process continues. Missoulian
- ➤ On April 10, the Montana Senate advanced House Bill 413 to tighten residency rules so that people who live temporarily for work, training, or school must prove they plan to stay permanently in the county. Supporters say the change will secure local votes—while opponents worry it will block student voters. Missoula Current
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Montana hunter found an unusual tick on her dog during a hunting trip and sent it to a lab that later identified it as the first deer tick in the state. The tick was discovered near the dog’s collar and experts warn it can carry Lyme disease if it feeds for 24 hours. KPAX
- ➤ Montana PBS’ Anna Rau investigated if insurance companies follow rules that require equal coverage for mental and physical health care, reporting that patients like Yvonne Field faced limits on eating disorder treatment. The report noted data comparisons that show insurers often deny extra mental health services—raising concerns that parity laws may not be fully enforced. Montana Public Radio
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Whitney Morrison from Missoula posted Montana’s highest heptathlon score since 2019 at the Bryan Clay Multis in Azusa on Thursday and Friday—she earned 5,327 points with four personal records and placed second in her group. Missoulian
- ➤ The Grizzlies played their spring game at Washington-Grizzly Stadium on Friday at 6 p.m.—showcasing 17 new players and raising funds for the Grizzly Scholarship Association. A tailgate party on the east side began at 4 p.m. to give fans a preview of next year's team. MontanaRightNow
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Spring 2025 Master Naturalist Certification Course
10 a.m. — Montana Natural History Center — Registration required — Gain knowledge and skills in naturalist education and conservation.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Live Music Night with Queenager and BLVDS
8 p.m. — Monk's Bar — $10 adv, $15 dos — Experience an electrifying night of synthwave sounds with Queenager and BLVDS under one roof.
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Jim Messina Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Wilma — $49-$95 — Catch Jim Messina live with last-minute tickets available.
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ServSafe Manager Training & Certification Exam
9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Staybridge Suites Missoula — $215 early bird pricing — Become a ServSafe certified food protection manager in just one day with expert-led training and a high pass rate.
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Amanda Baker Artist Presentation
4-5 p.m. — Montana Natural History Center — Snacks provided — Explore contemporary printmaking and naturalist illustration with multimedia artist Amanda Baker.
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