Good Day
Missoula
Monday, June 1st, 2026
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire erupted at a recycling business near the Wye, burning about 100 vehicles, and emergency services responded + investigations are underway. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ A fire at Axmen Recycling in Wye burned over 100 cars earlier today and no one was hurt (crews from nearby towns stay on site to put out spot fires until night) while the owner expects cleanup to allow reopening Monday. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Multiple agencies responded near the Wye on Sunday afternoon when a fire ignited salvaged vehicles at Axmen Recycling; crews remained on scene as officials confirmed the blaze was under control and no injuries occurred. Missoula Current
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bricks & Minifigs Missoula opened today and celebrated its debut with special events and giveaways at its new store in town. MontanaRightNow
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Ranchers in north central are adjusting their plans as drought reduces hay yields and delays pasture turnout. The Hay Hotline returns on the Mountain West Grazing Connection website to help producers plan ahead by connecting them with options for feed, pasture, or cattle sales. KPAX
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A rainy run at Fort Missoula brought community members and brain injury survivors together to raise awareness and celebrate local resilience while underlining that brain injuries can affect anyone. MontanaRightNow
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Trails, Rivers, and Forests Expo
5-9 p.m. — Trail Head River Sports — Free entry — Celebrate the outdoors with activities and live music at this community-focused expo featuring local non-profits and businesses.
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First Friday at the Missoula Art Museum
5-7 p.m. — Missoula Art Museum — Free entry — Enjoy live music by Tom Catmull as part of the First Friday celebration.
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Carpentry for Gardeners Workshop
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Northside Community Gardens — Scholarships available — Master the basics of carpentry to build trellises and tomato cages with repurposed materials.
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2026 Full Draw Film Tour
7-11 p.m. — The Wilma — $11-$26 — Experience the excitement of bowhunting films and a chance to win premium gear at this thrilling cinematic event.
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4th Annual Indigenous Made Summer Market
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Caras Park — Free entry — Explore an array of unique, locally crafted items from over 60 vendors at this summer market in Missoula.
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Zootown Festival Featuring The Chicks and More
June 18-19 — Missoula County Fairgrounds — VIP packages available — Experience a diverse lineup with top country and folk artists in a vibrant festival atmosphere.
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Zootown Festival Featuring The Lumineers and More
7-11 p.m. — Missoula County Fairgrounds — Cost info not provided — Experience genre-defying music from top artists like Rainbow Kitten Surprise and The Head and The Heart.
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Miscon - Missoula's Science Fiction Convention
Date and Time TBA — Missoula County Fairgrounds — Cost varies — A 4-day celebration featuring games, panels, and workshops focused on fantasy, science fiction, and pop culture.
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Missoula Marathon
Missoula Marathon — 16-week training period leading up to the race — Missoula Montana Airport — Check registration details and prepare for a fantastic marathon experience.
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Mid-Year Celebration Gym Leader Challenge Tournament
All day — Retrofix Games — Entry Fee Required — Compete in the vibrant Gym Leader Challenge with fellow Pokémon enthusiasts.
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