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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The ZEST event hosted by ZACC raised over $92K to support local arts programs—$17,778 went to artists and $19,492 to small businesses. The funds will back year-round programming, including free afterschool art and music education for rural and Indigenous communities—strengthening Missoula’s creative network. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ The 2025 Western Montana Corgi Derby will be held on May 3 at Missoula Dornblaser Track—registration costs $10 per family with admission at $5 per person or $10 for groups. The Missoula Valley Corgis organization asks owners not to bring non-competing pets—organizers also plan a costume parade and raffles. Newstalk KGVO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Missoula’s Tres Bonne restaurant has rebranded as Cafe Mimosa and now offers a French-themed menu with breakfast and lunch options at its Front and Higgins location. The change appears recent—new signage and an updated website now list hours of Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., even though the voicemail still uses the old name. Newstalk KGVO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ At 10:37 a.m. on April 12, a Walmart Asset Protection Investigator called 911 after two males damaged property and assaulted an employee at the Mullan Rd store — police later arrested 24-year-old Ashonte Hoyt for felony robbery, criminal mischief, criminal endangerment, and aggravated DUI. Newstalk KGVO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missoula County signed an agreement with the Museum of Life and Sciences to launch a one-day heat monitoring campaign over 100 square miles later this year—an effort backed by a $10,000 stipend for volunteer incentives, food and water. County officials will work with NOAA and local stakeholders to choose important study sites across the region. KPAX
- ➤ On April 16th, the Adams Center hosted the Fighting Oligarchy Tour featuring U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The venue reached capacity with 7,600 inside + 1,500 waiting outside, and the speakers stepped on a makeshift stage + addressed the overflow crowd. KPAX
- ➤ Yesterday, the Land Use & Planning Committee approved a proposal to amend a 2019 development agreement for a parcel off Mullan Road that would allow a 172-unit senior community with a cap of 40 feet on building height & include a $178,000 payment into the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. If approved by the City Council in the coming weeks, developers plan to break ground this summer and complete the project 16 to 18 months after construction. Missoula Current
- ➤ A Montana bill would let first responders get PTSD treatment under workers’ compensation if it passes. Sen. Cora Neumann and supporters claim it could cut suicide risks while opponents worry about extra taxpayer costs—she plans to adjust the bill to address these concerns. Missoula Current
- ➤ Rep. Kortum introduced House Bill 311 that requires property managers with four or more units to refund application fees to renters who are not selected. The Legislature passed the bill with bipartisan support on Tuesday and it now heads to Gov. Gianforte for his signature. Missoula Current
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jason Han, 28, becomes head coach of Missoula Hellgate volleyball today—bringing elite experience from a top-ranked men's college team and club coaching—and replaces Erin Keffeler, who led the team to two state AA tournaments in recent seasons. Missoulian
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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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Becky Roberts Artist Presentation
4-5 p.m. — Home ReSource — Free entry — Explore the creative world of assemblage art with California native and Missoula's own Becky Roberts.
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Dirtwire Live Performance
7:00-9:30 p.m. — The Wilma — Ticket prices vary — Experience a whirlwind of sound weaving together Americana, world percussion, and electronic beats.
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