Good Day
Missoula
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sports Exchange marks 10 years under current owners Zach + Mini Ford on the Hip Strip; the 43-year-old shop credits local support for its ongoing success. They plan to keep outdoor gear affordable for neighbors to enjoy the Montana spirit. KPAX
- ➤ The Missoula Food Bank and Community Center will team with the U.S. Postal Service on May 9 for the Stamp Out Hunger Letter Carrier Food Drive, inviting residents to drop nonperishable food by their mailboxes. Volunteers will cover community spots (Rosaurs, Pattee Creek Market, and two Albertsons) to collect donations. MontanaRightNow
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Silkworm will perform a rare hometown show on August 25 at the ZACC. Fans will enjoy an intimate evening that celebrates the band's deep roots in Missoula & its local music history. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ Missoula’s Slant Streets got their unusual diagonal layout when early landowners Stephens and Bickford aligned their property with the old wagon trail and neighbors set streets to run north-south, a tug-of-war that led to the city’s unique design. Montana Public Radio
- ➤ River City Roots Festival announced its lineup for the 20th annual street party scheduled for Aug. 21-22. The free event will bring local community members together for a festive celebration. Missoulian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Missoula voters approved school levies on Tuesday night, while measures in Frenchtown and Lolo did not pass, affecting local public school funding. The results show a close vote that may influence future budgeting in the county. Missoula Current
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A University of Montana survey finds 84% of voters support banning the sale of federal public lands while 71% now worry about losing access (a 30-point jump from two years ago). Local leaders note the results show strong bipartisan backing for protecting our natural spaces. Missoula Current
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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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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.
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2nd Annual Sidewalk Sale
2nd Annual Sidewalk Sale, with racks starting at $5. The sale is from 10-4 at 1008 Burlington Ave. Missoula.
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Trey Anastasio Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Wilma — Cost info not available — Experience an evening of exceptional music from renowned composer and guitarist Trey Anastasio.
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Missoula Villages Downtown Walking History Tour
1-2:30 p.m. — The Wilma — Free for Village members — Discover untold stories of Missoula's historic district through a unique walking tour.
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Bruce Molsky Concert
7-11 p.m. — Longstaff House — Ticket prices TBD — Experience Grammy-nominated Bruce Molsky as he brings traditional sounds to life with fiddle, banjo, and guitar.
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Trails, Rivers, and Forests Expo
5-9 p.m. — Trail Head River Sports — Free entry — Celebrate the outdoors with activities and live music at this community-focused expo featuring local non-profits and businesses.
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First Friday at the Missoula Art Museum
5-7 p.m. — Missoula Art Museum — Free entry — Enjoy live music by Tom Catmull as part of the First Friday celebration.
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Carpentry for Gardeners Workshop
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Northside Community Gardens — Scholarships available — Master the basics of carpentry to build trellises and tomato cages with repurposed materials.
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