Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of May.
Good morning, Missoula.
Missoula-based nonprofit Free Cycles is raising $800,000 within the next year to pay off its mortgage so it can keep serving as a vital community resource.
Local residents can support the group by donating, giving extra bikes, or volunteering—helping reduce pollution and boost bike use in Missoula—ensuring its future operations.
The Missoula Fire Department is finalizing a site for its sixth station after a levy passed in spring, and Assistant Fire Chief Philip Keating said data shows that a location on Third Street between Reserve and Russell will speed up response times in a high call area — the department has already hired new firefighters for an additional engine company and will announce the station location by mid-June.
On Saturday night, Roberto Pena hit two home runs to lift the Missoula PaddleHeads to a 3-2 win in Billings - the victory improved their record in the Pioneer Baseball League.
The Missoula PaddleHeads won the season-opening series at Billings Sunday afternoon and improved their record to 4 to 2 in the Pioneer Baseball League — they will play more games soon to build on this win.
Missoula Loyola won both the boys’ and girls’ Class B track titles at the state meet on May 24 — the first sweep since 2005 — and coach Justin Johnson said the team celebrated strong performances with a fun moment when a Gatorade bucket of water soaked him.
Missoula Sentinel grad Kade McDonough leads the Barnett Memorial golf tournament today with a two-day score of 12 under—placing him ahead of Bob Hasquet at 5 under and three others tied at 4 under—as he prepares for the final round.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Baauer Live Concert
5-11 p.m. — The Badlander — Ticket info not specified — Experience electrifying beats with Baauer at his highly anticipated live performance.
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.
Full Moon Yoga at KettleHouse Taproom
6-8 p.m. — KettleHouse Brewing Co. — Donation-based — Celebrate the Full Moon with a community yoga flow and complimentary beverage.
IV and The Strange Band Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Monk's Bar — $10 adv, $15 dos — Experience a night of live music with IV and The Strange Band featuring a blend of alternative-country and Americana.
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