Good morning, Missoula.

UM's Kyiyo Powwow, organized by the Native American Student Association since 1968, will be held Friday and Saturday, April 17-18 at the Adams Center at the University.

Admission is $5 on Friday and $10 on Saturday with free entry for children 6 and under and seniors.

Montana sky watchers can view rare Comet C/2023 A3 (PANNSTARS) at peak around Sunday, April if skies are clear; the Lyrid meteor shower will intensify days later in dark areas, offering a rare celestial show.

Missoula County Public Schools is asking voters to approve two levies—one for elementary and one for high schools—to support education, mental health and social work services; ballots will be mailed on Thursday, April 16 with results expected in May.

Montana Regents approved Shinn as UM president and will send him his contract for signature (the timeline for completion remains unclear).

Montana is reviewing proposals for new data centers in Butte and Yellowstone County that could use millions of gallons of water and boost energy needs.

Health professionals say reliance on fossil fuels may worsen air pollution & strain local resources.

Conservation groups and over 50 community members challenged Missoula County's $250,000 support for a federal-land trail project at Seeley Lake last week, citing environmental and safety concerns for grizzly-habitat.

The county is reviewing the letter and will respond later this week.

On Monday, city and county leaders said a data center proposal by Krambu for the former Bonner mill site raised concerns over energy, water + land use and will go before the county land use board.

Montana Grizzlies have secured the commitment of Jalen Brown (an NCAA Division II first-team All-American with over 1,000 career points) as he prepares to join the team next season.

Montana Grizzlies quarterback Keali'i Ah Yat finished his season (4,000 yards, 33 TDs) and is ranked 7th in the 2026 FCS quarterback rankings.

Fans in Missoula are debating if his rating truly reflects his strong play.

STiLGONE Live Concert

10:30 p.m. — Top Hat — Free entry — Enjoy a live performance from STiLGONE in downtown Missoula's vibrant atmosphere.

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.

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.

Kitchen Dwellers Concert

7-11 p.m. — The Wilma — Ticket pricing TBA — Experience the musical journey and tales from the road with Kitchen Dwellers.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Beast Your Biz 2026

4-7 p.m. — Zootown Arts Community Center — No-host bar — Connect with fellow entrepreneurs and kick off your learning journey with appetizers and networking.