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Missoula
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montana Knife Company celebrated the grand opening of its new Missoula facility on Saturday, drawing crowds and handing out free gift bags to the first 50 visitors plus Super Bowl Champion Patrick O'Connell hosted a youth combine in Kalispell while Carroll College held a soccer clinic for about 50 kids. KPAX
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Montana billionaire Dennis Washington is ranked #22 on Forbes' self-made list & his success in construction, mining, and heavy industry highlights his deep ties with Missoula. Newstalk KGVO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jim Harmon, nearly 80, details his lifelong gardening addiction in an article that blends personal reflection with historical insight from an 1878 Diamond City newspaper — he warns that overinvesting in gardening can lead to unexpected expenses and physical strain. Missoula Current
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Missoula gas stations charged about $3.89 per gallon Monday morning, marking a 10-cent rise from last week. GasBuddy expert Patrick De Haan warns drivers to expect another price jump—global oil supply concerns continue to drive up costs. Newstalk KGVO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UM regents are considering hiring Jeremiah Shinn as president at a special meeting today (he was the sole finalist from over 70 candidates). His employment includes a $467K salary, $77K deferred compensation and a university residence, with his term set to begin July 1. Missoula Current
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Inspection stations open across Montana today to check boats, kayaks, and inflatables to prevent invasive species from upsetting local waters. Officials report decontamination takes about 10 minutes, so boaters should clean, drain, and dry equipment (Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks and county coordinators). MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Environmental groups have asked Missoula County to reverse the $250,000 funding allocated to a nonprofit for developing a 30-mile mountain biking trail northeast of Seeley Lake, arguing that the project could harm local ecosystems. Missoulian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Walk-in access at Triple Bridges near Alberton will close tomorrow due to work on an I-90 bridge project; DOT and Sletten Construction are involved, and the closure is set to last until fall (2027). MontanaRightNow
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Dance Team won the Division I (small school) pom dance battle at The College Classic this past weekend, scoring 91.94 to edge close competitors. The team brought home the national championship as it competed against top dance squads. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ The Missoula Marathon is set for June with a record field expected as entries climb 20% over last year — local and out-of-state runners are joining to make the race a part of their Montana vacation plans. Newstalk KGVO
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STiLGONE Live Concert
10:30 p.m. — Top Hat — Free entry — Enjoy a live performance from STiLGONE in downtown Missoula's vibrant atmosphere.
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International Ballet Stars - The Sleeping Beauty
7-10 p.m. — University of Montana - Dennison Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting tale of Princess Aurora and her magical journey from curse to awakening.
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2026 Western Montana Career Fair
2:30-6 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Missoula — Free entry — Explore job opportunities at Western Montana's largest career fair.
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Kitchen Dwellers Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Wilma — Ticket pricing TBA — Experience the musical journey and tales from the road with Kitchen Dwellers.
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Jazzoula Festival
6-10 p.m. — Zootown Arts Community Center — $30 Artist Supporter / $28 General / $15 Students — Experience the finest jazz from Montana's artists at the premiere festival since 1984.
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Garden City Brewfest
12-6 p.m. — Caras Park — $20 for a taster glass — Experience Montana’s ORIGINAL BrewFest with over 50 beers, ciders, and more in the heart of Missoula.
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Common Ground: A Conversation About Montana's Public Lands, Climate, Water, and Wildlife
Join local experts for an open community conversation with leading voices in wildlife, climate, water, and public lands. Together, we'll explore what's at stake for Montana's natural heritage, what's working, and how we can collectively navigate the challenges ahead.
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Unknown Mortal Orchestra Live
8 PM – 12 AM — The Wilma — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sounds of Unknown Mortal Orchestra from their latest album, V, in an intimate setting.
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The California Honeydrops - Lovin' Made Easy Tour
7-11 p.m. — The Wilma — Cost info not specified — Experience the electrifying retro-soul sound of The California Honeydrops performing live.
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