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Saturday, May 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Missoula will host Memorial Day wreath ceremonies on May 26 at 12 locations featuring full military honors—ranging from a 7 a.m. sunrise service to a 4 p.m. event with lunch at Sunset Memorial Gardens—and the Sunset Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home will hold an annual open house with free refreshments, a barbecue, and tours on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Newstalk KGVO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On May 21 at 12:06 p.m., Missoula police responded to reports of vandalism when they detained 65-year-old Katherine McElderry, who had been banned from the Senior Citizens Center since May 11 and broke a window during an argument with staff—she now faces felony burglary charges with a $5,000 bond and has six outstanding warrants. Newstalk KGVO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Montana and Blackfoot Communications have launched a new cybersecurity program that gives training and hands-on experience to local governments, schools and utilities in rural Montana — the program also lets students build strong technical skills. Missoula College Dean Thomas Gallagher said the initiative will meet the growing demand for cybersecurity jobs. MontanaRightNow
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missoula Parks and Recreation has renewed 65 trail markers on Mount Jumbo by repurposing salvaged trees as part of its Zero Wood Waste project—this method saves money by milling logs into needed lumber. The city will start a similar project on Mount Sentinel next year. KPAX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana enacted House Bill 588 that defines motorized scooters and single wheels for road use — the law gives them the same rights as bicycles and mopeds, limits speeds to 30 mph, requires white headlights and red reflectors, and bans their operation on sidewalks and bike paths to let riders travel without a driver’s license. Missoula Current
- ➤ Law enforcement and first responders in Western Montana are preparing for the 100 Deadliest Days as Memorial Day weekend travel increases traffic risks — officers plan to boost patrols and urge drivers to buckle up while rural routes face slower response times on busy highways like Highway 93. KPAX
- ➤ A new traffic signal — approved by the Missoula City Council — will be installed at the Orange and Cregg intersection near McCormick Park to improve safety as traffic increases. Construction will begin mid-June and finish by September, with most work scheduled outside rush hour. MontanaRightNow
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Belgrade came from behind to win 5+4 in a quarterfinal game at Vester Wilson Field on Thursday, making them the only division champion to secure a win in the state baseball tournament. They faced host Hamilton in the semifinal at 6:30 p.m. Friday as other quarterfinals delivered close contests that set the stage for Saturday's championship. Missoulian
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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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Downtown Tonight
5-9 p.m. — Caras Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music, local food trucks, and a vibrant atmosphere in the heart of Missoula.
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Baauer Live Concert
5-11 p.m. — The Badlander — Ticket info not specified — Experience electrifying beats with Baauer at his highly anticipated live performance.
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Missoula PaddleHeads vs. Oakland Ballers
5:59-8:59 p.m. — Ogren Park at Allegiance Field — Tickets required — Cheer on the Missoula PaddleHeads as they take on the Oakland Ballers in an exciting baseball matchup.
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