Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
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💼 Business
Broadway veterans and investors plan to open a 47-acre film and television campus on the former Rosenberg property in Missoula with a ribbon cutting planned later this week.
The new campus will include five premium soundstages, post-production suites, commercial workshops, and an Americana backlot that is expected to create 435 jobs for veterans, Native Americans and displaced workers.
🏛️ Government
The Missoula Elections Office approved a new $49,000 contract with Election Systems & Software on Tuesday to design its own ballots and save about $10,000 a year.
The office will begin training on the new software this summer — a move to speed up ballot setup and tabulator configuration.
Gov. Greg Gianforte signed bills that will let homeowners see clear wildfire risk scores from insurers and change state fire rules before wildfire season begins.
Lawmakers say the measures—designed to ease sudden insurance cancellations and improve fire response—aim to hold insurers and agencies accountable.
Governor Gianforte holds the power to sign or veto hundreds of bills passed by the Montana Legislature, which ended its session two weeks ago; he already vetoed six bills that he said were too costly.
Lawmakers passed 816 bills in all, and ideas like HB 610 and SB 167 are now waiting for his decision within ten days—details that could change the state’s spending picture.
🎉 Missoula Events
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Broadway A to Z: Abba to Les Miz
6 PM - 6 PM — University of Montana — View more information on Operabase — A musical journey through iconic Broadway productions from Abba to Les Miserables.
Cradle Of Filth Concert
5:00-9:30 p.m. — The Wilma — $31+ — Catch the iconic gothic metal band Cradle Of Filth live in Missoula for a thrilling night of music.
Sound of Music Trail Hike
9:30 a.m. — Lincoln Hills - Mt Jumbo Trailhead — Registration required — Chase golden balsamroot blooms on a scenic moderate hike with great views.
Carpetman
7-9:30 p.m. — The Wilma — $ — Experience the unique sound of Hippie Sabotage, the production duo known for their captivating music.
Higgins Lot Alternative Market
9 AM – 1 PM — Higgins Lot — Free entry — Explore local vendors and enjoy the vibrant community market atmosphere in downtown Missoula.
Barnett Memorial Golf Tournament
54-hole stroke play event — May 25-26 — Missoula Country Club — Registration required — Compete in a local golf tradition over Memorial Day weekend.
Lord Huron Live Concert
2:30-4:00 p.m. — KettleHouse Amphitheater — Cost TBA — Enjoy the enchanting sounds of Lord Huron in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Missoula PaddleHeads vs. Glacier Range Riders
2 AM – 11 AM — Ogren Park at Allegiance Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of a five-game series as the Glacier Range Riders challenge the Missoula PaddleHeads.
Arts Missoula Annual Awards
5:15-7:00 p.m. — Holiday Inn Missoula Downtown by IHG — $55 Single Seat Tickets / $500 Table of 10 — Celebrate local artists and arts advocates at this annual reception featuring music, hors d’oeuvres, and more.
Met Opera Live: Il Barbiere di Siviglia
11 AM – 3 PM — The Roxy Theater — No hidden fees — Experience the charm of this classic opera in high-definition broadcast.
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