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The Ehrlich family dedicated a memorial bench for Danit Ehrlich, who drowned at Jacobs Island Dog Park to raise river safety awareness.

Missoula County postponed KRAMBU AI data center meeting in Bonner over environmental concerns, & city sold Riverfront Triangle to Averill Hospitality for a hotel generating affordable housing funds.

Friends & loved ones gathered at Jacob’s Island Dog Park Monday to honor Danit Ehrlich on what would have been her 35th birthday, with Missoula Police joining the tribute to celebrate her life.

A recent study (2019-2024) found Montana had the highest fatality rate on July 4 at 6.24 deaths per million residents, and officials urge drivers to plan safe travels during the busy holiday weekend that aligns with the nation's 250th anniversary.

Biologists transported two grizzlies from Glacier to Yellowstone in spring, and a photo later confirmed that the bear populations are now connected.

Gov. Gianforte said Montana must soon regain full control over grizzly management.

A Montana Army National Guard tank crew was honored by Gov. Gianforte Monday, June 1 at the State Capitol after placing third at the Sullivan Cup — they were inducted into the Order of St. George — just days after their battalion was redesignated.

Champion Foods LLC has recalled Motor City Pizza Co. cheese bread sold in Montana due to a possible Salmonella risk, and customers are urged to check sell-by dates on packages from retailers like Costco and Walmart and return any suspect products; no illnesses have been linked to the issue.

Franklin Crossing, an affordable housing project on Johnson Street, earned top votes from the state housing board this week to push for tax credits funding 192 new apartments for lower income residents, backed by the city, the Housing Authority, and United Housing Partners using many funding sources.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

PBL Travel Team Fundraiser at Missoula PaddleHeads

5:30-8:00 p.m. — Ogren Park at Allegiance Field — Ticket proceeds support Daly Mansion Preservation Trust — Enjoy baseball while contributing to a great cause.