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Saturday, June 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jill Bonny, executive director of the Poverello Center, warned that closing the Johnson Street shelter will remove over 170 low-barrier beds and force more people onto already stretched services—she urged investment in both low-barrier congregate and non-congregate shelters to better aid those with complex needs. The piece highlights the urgent need for accessible shelter options as the community faces increasing homelessness pressures. Missoula Current
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new thrift store (at Holiday Village Shopping Center) will soon open in Missoula and offer jobs to people with disabilities. Missoulian
- ➤ Cranky Sam’s brewery has rebranded its Tropical Blonde Ale as Brennan’s Wave to honor local kayaker Brennan Guth and highlight Missoula’s vibrant recreation scene. The brewery will host a launch party on June 19 with beer discounts and raffle prizes — a move to build stronger ties with the local paddling community. Missoula Current
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 10th, 2025, police went to the 7700 block of Antelope Drive where 35-year-old Ethan Bellon, who was very drunk during a chaotic fight at home, hurt a deputy by trapping his hand with two handcuffs during his arrest & now faces charges including felony assault on a peace officer. Newstalk KGVO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today during National Dog Bite Awareness Month, Missoula letter carrier Mike Fitzgerald said he has faced dangerous encounters despite never being bitten, including a time when he had to jump over a fence to avoid charging dogs. Postmaster Jason Uskoski urged dog owners to keep pets securely indoors—advice that aims to ensure safe mail deliveries. KPAX
- ➤ Montanans showed anger over a Senate proposal that would allow selling up to 3.2 million acres of federal land in 11 western states—although Montana is not included. Critics warned that selling public lands could endanger resources and urged lawmakers like Sen. Daines to oppose the proposal when the committee votes. Missoula Current
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Former Missoula City Council member Adam Hertz received $107K in TIF funding to clear the site at 350 Washburn St for a new 22-unit apartment project; the project will remove a vacant house known for its holiday displays—Hertz expects work to begin once a building permit is issued this summer. Missoulian
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Missoula Sentinel named coach Karen Deden (a Sentinel grad and hall-of-famer) as its head girls basketball coach, returning her to the role she held from 2000 to 2021; athletic director Josh Jannusch said her leadership is expected to help strengthen the team. Missoulian
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PaddleHeads vs. Voyagers Baseball Game
11:59 PM — Ogren Park at Allegiance Field — Tickets available — Catch the exciting matchup between the PaddleHeads and Voyagers.
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Dig Summer BBQ
6-8 p.m. — Maloney Ranch Park — Free entry — Kicking off the summer with food and fun for incoming middle schoolers.
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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.
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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.
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Mullet Classic Relay Race
5:30-8 p.m. — Marshall Mountain — Donations encouraged — Enjoy a team relay race combining uphill grind and downhill thrill.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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PMP Certification Classroom Training
9 AM – 5 PM — Missoula, MT — Training fee applies — Intensive 4-day program offering essential knowledge in project management certification.
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Downtown ToNight
5-9 p.m. — Caras Park — Free entry — Experience live music, local food trucks, and a market featuring local artists in the heart of Missoula.
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