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Saturday, May 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Almost a year after Roseburg Forest Products closed its Missoula plant, Story House Montana opened a film and television campus on 47 acres last Friday. The new studio plans to retain and retrain the 150 affected workers—aiming to create up to 430 future jobs in local production. KPAX
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On May 11, a Montana Highway Patrol trooper near Buckhouse Bridge observed a white Ford Focus—driven by 30-year-old Andrew Gervais—that sped well above the limit, ran stop signs, made unsafe passes, and was stopped after the trooper found open alcohol containers and a suspended license, leading to his arrest on DUI and related charges. Newstalk KGVO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Montana is deepening its partnership with Blackfoot Communications + Missoula College to open a security operations center this summer, where three cohorts of local interns will earn academic credit while gaining hands-on training to improve cyber defense for rural networks. Newstalk KGVO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Forest Service Employees for Environmental Ethics filed a lawsuit in Missoula on May 7 alleging that the U.S. Forest Service, National Marine Fisheries Service, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service used red aerial fire retardant containing heavy metals (cadmium, selenium, and chromium) that can harm aquatic life, humans, and endangered species. The suit seeks disclosure and biological opinions from agencies following a USC study (which found 840,000 pounds of heavy metals were released from 2009 to 2021) to assess the environmental risks of the drops. Missoula Current
- ➤ A lawsuit filed in Missoula on May 7 by Forest Service Employees for Environmental Ethics alleges that aerial fire retardant—used between 2009 and 2021 and found to contain hundreds of thousands of pounds of toxic metals by a USC study—may harm endangered species and aquatic life, prompting calls for more transparency and review by federal agencies. The suit claims that federal regulators have not disclosed the chemicals' risks or conducted adequate assessments under the Endangered Species Act. KPAX
- ➤ A new online mapping program from Headwaters Economics lets local residents check wildfire risks, showing that areas west of Missoula and parts of Billings face increased danger by July. Local officials say landowners should use the tool to plan fire mitigation as drought conditions continue. Missoulian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missoula’s Parks and Recreation, Open Space, and Trails 2040 Master Plan draft is available for public comment after nearly two years of community work — residents can review it online or at events, including an open house on Monday, May 19 at Goodworks Place. This plan will help shape future park services in the city. KPAX
- ➤ The Missoula Airport unveiled its new baggage claim on Thursday—marking a key moment in its phase two expansion that will soon bring extra gates, more food and retail options, and car rentals returning in two weeks; community members and officials attended the celebration—airport director Brian Ellestad said the update makes the space more welcoming for travelers. Missoula Current
- ➤ A district court judge in Missoula blocked a state law that would force people to use bathrooms based on their birth sex when the law was challenged in court. The judge’s order will stay in effect while a lawsuit continues—claiming the law breaks rules about privacy and fair treatment. KPAX
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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Carpetman
7-9:30 p.m. — The Wilma — $ — Experience the unique sound of Hippie Sabotage, the production duo known for their captivating music.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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The Garden Meal
6:00 – 7:30 PM — Missoula Public Library — Free entry — Connect with fellow gardeners to create a meal using fresh produce and enjoy a community atmosphere.
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Missoula Family Tour: Playgrounds & Carousel Fun
1.5-2 hours — 455 E Main St, Missoula, MT — Children 2 and under enter free — Explore Missoula's top family spots with a guided tour featuring playgrounds and a lovely carousel.
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