Good morning, Missoula.

At about 5:05 p.m. on April 22nd, a Missoula officer responded to a report of a stolen vehicle seen leaving an Albertsons parking lot—witnesses said the car later collided with another while speeding erratically, leading to the arrest of 38-year-old Damien NoRunner who now faces charges of felony theft, felony criminal endangerment, and aggravated DUI.

A UC Davis study showed Montana ranchers lost up to $162,000 because cattle near wolf packs became stressed and did not gain enough weight for auction—data from summer 2022 revealed that 86% of wolf scat samples contained cattle DNA, confirming the high cost of wolf presence.

Ranchers report that the ongoing pressure from wolves forces them to adjust herd management and incur extra financial losses.

The legislature passed House Bill 267—Bobby’s Law, which creates a charge of aggravated vehicular homicide under the influence that mandates a minimum three-year sentence and a $10,000 fine, and the bill has been sent to Gov. Gianforte who is expected to sign it.

Mayor Davis said during Friday’s City Talk that the city will use a housing sprint to reduce Johnson Street Shelter beds by 30 per month to help around 125 residents find permanent housing and needed services.

She explained the program requires about $2,000 per person to overcome financial barriers—an effort that is part of a plan to raise $400,000 in total.

Joslyn Tinkle from Missoula has joined the UNLV Lady Rebels as an assistant coach.

She brings experience from coaching at Montana and Pepperdine and playing at Stanford—her skills are expected to boost the team's performance.

Trevor Paro, the first-year head coach of the Hamilton Broncs, led his team to a 10-1 record after a 10-0 win over Missoula Sentinel on April 24 and will face Frenchtown on May 13.

The 26-year-old Hot Springs native (who replaced Jason Goligoski as head coach) also steered the Broncs to a six-inning no-hitter (a key win in the South division) as his squad continues its winning tradition.

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.

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.

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.

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.

University of Montana Rodeo

7 p.m. — Missoula County Fairgrounds — Tickets available — Watch the University of Montana Grizzly Rodeo Team compete in the Big Sky Regional Circuit's thrilling finale.

Cirque Italia: Water Circus

7:30 p.m. — Southgate Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a whimsical tale of adventure and diversity as a farm boy navigates the vibrant chaos of city life.

Higgins Lot Alternative Market

9 AM – 1 PM — Higgins Lot, 420 N Higgins Ave, Missoula, MT — Free entry — Discover local wonders at this vibrant weekly market featuring artisans and farmers.

Mother's Day Brunch Buffet 2025

Time TBD — Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern — $20-$32 per person — Celebrate the special women in your life with a delicious brunch buffet featuring breakfast and lunch favorites.

U.S. Open Local Qualifying Tournament

All day — Missoula Country Club — Registration required — Compete to qualify for the prestigious U.S. Open golf championship.

Steel Pulse Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Wilma — $47+ — Experience the rhythmic vibes of Steel Pulse with last-minute ticket availability.