Good morning, Missoula.

Missoula is hosting a free event on livestock emergency planning that offers hands-on training—some sessions will be held virtually.

A Missoula Police Department officer responded on June 5th when 23-year-old Demar Pugh escaped the Pre-Release Center on Mullan Rd after picking up his $800 check and was later arrested at the airport by a probation officer—he now faces felony escape charges with a $25,000 bond.

A Missoula woman on Monday pleaded not guilty to federal charges — she is accused of embezzling about $371,000 from her workplace.

The Missoula Parking Commission is asking for public input on changes to Hip Strip parking regulations to help fix low turnover and a lack of parking spaces.

They will gather feedback and data by the end of June—then in July present a proposal to the board, with residents able to comment at meetings on June 18 at Hellgate High School or June 23 in front of Gild.

Ralph Walters and other Montana solar business owners will travel to Washington, D.C. to ask Congress to keep the 25D residential tax credit that has helped his Missoula solar company grow and support local subcontractors—changing this policy would put jobs and local earnings at risk. Protecting the tax credit is seen as key for advancing renewable energy and maintaining stable growth in Montana.

Missoula native Katharine Berkoff broke the American record in the 50-meter backstroke on June 5 in Indianapolis—she clocked 26.97 seconds and became the first American woman to swim under 27 seconds.

She has won three national titles and will compete at the world championships from July 11 through August 3 in Singapore.

Last night the Missoula PaddleHeads opened their 12-game homestand by starting a three-game series against the Oakland Ballers at 7:15 p.m.—the team came off a six-game sweep of the Great Falls Voyagers and had won its last seven games, a streak seen as boosting their playoff push.

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.

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.

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.

PaddleHeads vs. Voyagers Baseball Game

11:59 PM — Ogren Park at Allegiance Field — Tickets available — Catch the exciting matchup between the PaddleHeads and Voyagers.

Dig Summer BBQ

6-8 p.m. — Maloney Ranch Park — Free entry — Kicking off the summer with food and fun for incoming middle schoolers.

Missoula PaddleHeads vs. Billings Mustangs

1-4 p.m. — Ogren Park at Allegiance Field — Check out the thrilling matchup as the PaddleHeads take on the Mustangs in this exciting baseball game.

Missoula PaddleHeads vs. Billings Mustangs

1-4 p.m. — Ogren Park at Allegiance Field — Check ticket details — Cheer on the local PaddleHeads as they face off against the Billings Mustangs in an exciting baseball matchup.

Mullet Classic Relay Race

5:30-8 p.m. — Marshall Mountain — Donations encouraged — Enjoy a team relay race combining uphill grind and downhill thrill.

2025 Swift Campout with Slow Spokes

June 21st – Missoula Montana Airport — Free entry — Celebrate the summer solstice with a fun and inclusive bikepacking adventure in the Bitterroot Valley.

Missoula Summer MADE Fair

10 AM – 4 PM — Caras Park — Free entry — Immerse yourself in a vibrant, handcrafted market featuring over 190 local artisans and enjoy the sunny atmosphere.