Good morning, Missoula.

Missoula officials will hold a ribbon cutting for the completed Caras Terrace Project— a $1.68 million effort that adds an ADA ramp and stairways so people with mobility challenges can safely reach the Clark Fork River without disturbing wildlife habitats.

Cranky Sam's renamed its award-winning Tropical Blonde Ale to Brennan's Wave to honor Missoula kayaker Brennan Guth, and the brewery hosted a party Thursday evening to launch the new canned beer on shelves and taps — strengthening ties with the local paddling community.

On June 3rd, 2025 at around 3:00 p.m., a truck rolled off South Side Road in Missoula and its driver, age 59, showed signs of intoxication so officers arrested him on felony DUI charges—he faces a $10,000 bond and has three prior DUI convictions.

Missoula Police arrested 31-year-old fugitive Jesse Lewis, wanted for deliberate homicide in Kentucky, on Wednesday after deploying a SWAT team to the 2200 block of Mullan Road—authorities soon lifted the shelter-in-place advisory and are coordinating his extradition.

Fisheries managers said Montana’s low water levels and a prolonged drought mean early fishing restrictions may soon be needed in rivers like the Clark Fork and Blackfoot—officials will decide on measures such as hoot-owl restrictions and fishing closures to protect fish populations.

A new audit report shows that Montana landowners have paid only 10% of wildfire costs—leaving at least $30 million subsidized—based on a funding formula from 1958.

The report recommends a fee structure change that would shift more costs to owners—up to 92%—as DNRC and the Legislature review the proposal.

City Council on Wednesday voted to remove the daycare facility clause from the contract for the Scott Street development—officials said the cost and location did not fit the current budget.

The project will still provide 47 income-qualified homes, a park, and vital infrastructure—aiming to deliver affordable ownership opportunities despite the change.

Two leading Montana behavioral health providers have announced a merger to expand access to care—especially in rural areas—and improve service efficiency for 12,000 clients statewide.

AWARE Inc, which will keep its name, and Western Montana Mental Health Center said existing locations will remain open with minimal changes as the merger finalizes by fall.

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.

Social Distortion Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Wilma — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sound of Social Distortion with their high-energy rockabilly and punk tunes.

PMP Certification Classroom Training

9 AM – 5 PM — Missoula, MT — Training fee applies — Intensive 4-day program offering essential knowledge in project management certification.