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Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Memorial Day, Tunnel to Towers paid off the full mortgage for the family of Army Sergeant First Class Travis Tikka in Missoula, honoring the fallen soldier who served 22 years. This marks the second Gold Star family in Montana to get help from the nonprofit, which plans to assist 60 families later this year. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ A $1.6 million project at Caras Park is nearly complete—adding a 400 foot ADA walkway, three rock staircases and a wider overlook along Brennan’s Wave for improved river access. The construction crew will finish final touch-ups in the next two weeks and a ribbon cutting is scheduled for June 12 at 5:30 p.m. Missoulian
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A woman died after being swept downstream near Maclay Bridge on May 24 when she tried to swim across the river and the fast current took her—rescue teams from MRFD, the Sheriff’s Office, game wardens, and Life Flight worked together but she was pronounced dead soon after recovery. KPAX
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Gianforte signed a tax relief law that will cut owner-occupied home bills by about 18% on 2025 statements—while non-homestead properties like second homes and short-term rentals will see tax increases, with Missoula County rates expected to more than double by 2026. The law gives a homestead exemption for properties lived in for at least seven months, shifting the tax burden to higher-value or second homes. Missoula Current
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new state law signed by Gov. Gianforte has shortened the filing window for Missoula City Council and mayoral candidates, and filings will take place from May 27 to June 11. City Clerk Claire Trimble — who stressed the importance of knowing the new dates — warned candidates not to delay their submissions at the Elections Office or online. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Candidate Hayden Cook said Missoula must redesign the Reserve Street Corridor because over 30,000 vehicles pass through daily and more than 150 accidents occurred last year, with rising pedestrian risks and fatalities. He pointed to a study showing that expanding the road by 10 feet on each side may ease rush-hour congestion—prompting plans for improved crossings and smarter traffic signals. Missoula Current
- ➤ Federal officials are considering a plan to combine five wildfire response agencies into one Federal Wildland Fire Service to better support firefighters as wildfire season approaches. Montana Sen. Tim Sheehy said the proposed bill will cut bureaucratic red tape — and provide improved resources and funding to crews protecting local communities. Missoula Current
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Missoula PaddleHeads will start their home season today at Ogren Park with the first pitch set for 7:00 p.m.—the game will feature a skydive entrance by mascot Paxton and a contest for game-worn jerseys that invites local fans to join the excitement. MontanaRightNow
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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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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.
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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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Blind Melon Concert
8:00-9:30 PM — The Wilma — Cost not listed — Experience the alternative sounds of Blind Melon, a unique band from the '90s.
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