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Missoula
Friday, May 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ John Henry Eikens pleaded no contest to a deliberate homicide charge for fatally shooting 56-year-old Tom Yearboro during a June 3, 2024 incident on the 1700 block of South Eighth Street West in Missoula—her sentencing is set for July 21 at 9:00 a.m. at the courthouse. MontanaRightNow
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parents in Missoula were briefly alarmed today when an email said Hawthorne Elementary was on lockdown—school officials clarified it was an administrative error and that students are safe. MontanaRightNow
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Kelsey Jencso, Montana’s State Climatologist, discussed the Montana Mesonet project on KGVO Talk Back as a network that gathers weather, soil, and snow data to improve climate and agricultural monitoring. The project received a $21 million contract from the Department of Defense and Army Corps of Engineers and is now underway across the state. Newstalk KGVO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The competitive Ward 3 election for Missoula City Council features five candidates including incumbents Daniel Carlino and Jennifer Savage along with challengers Nathan Coyan, David Knudson known as Maple Guy and Jon Vivas in the University District and Slant Streets. The Missoula County Election Office will reopen candidate filing from May 27 & June 11 as the contenders propose new ideas on housing & public safety. Missoulian
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lolo Peak Brewery will host an MMA Medieval Battle on June 21st at 12:00 p.m.—knights in full gear will engage in real combat as guests enjoy beer and a meal with a $36 ticket, making it a unique event for the summer. Newstalk KGVO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The UM Esports team won its first national championship by capturing a League of Legends trophy in an online match at the esports den in the University Center — marking a new milestone for the team. Missoulian
- ➤ The Montana football team will air two regular-season games on ESPN—one against the Idaho Vandals on Sept. 27 in Missoula and one against Sacramento State on Oct. 24 at 8:30 p.m.—as part of their Big Sky schedule. Montana State will have its game against UC Davis on Nov. 15 in Bozeman shown nationally on ESPN. Missoulian
- ➤ Tom Stage and Dick Slater worked as radio partners for Lady Griz games for over 25 years (they built their success on close teamwork). Stage will be honored with a Grizzly Lifetime Award at the Hall of Fame Banquet (a tribute to his long service) as both men are celebrated for their contributions to Montana Grizzlies sports. Newstalk KGVO
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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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Higgins Lot Alternative Market
9 AM – 1 PM — Higgins Lot, 420 N Higgins Ave, Missoula, MT — Free entry — Explore a hyper-local market featuring local vendors every Saturday in downtown Missoula.
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