Good morning, Missoula.

Missoula, Missoula County, Bozeman and NorthWestern Energy are teaming up on a voluntary Green Power Program so local governments and industrial businesses can choose clean, non-carbon energy.

The program awaits Public Service Commission approval — final agreements will outline the subscription plan.

Bitterroot National Forest opened roads yesterday for woodcutters to gather up to 12 cords of free firewood until Oct.

15, though Castle Creek 49 and Devil Creek 13417 will close on Aug. 28 (safety guidelines and permits available online).

The Fish and Game Commission unanimously approved a conservation easement protecting more than 34,600 acres in the Thompson River drainage for public recreation, logging and wildlife.

It is the first phase of a plan to conserve nearly 48,000 acres in the area.

Missoula County opened a month‐long hearing on a resolution to label a band of 60-100 free‐roaming feral horses as abandoned and set out a humane capture process.

Local residents are split over the horses' impact on the developing Miller Creek area, and public comment remains open until mid-July.

American Prairie and conservation groups filed appeals after a May decision canceled bison grazing leases on BLM land+ halting a program to issue 17 hunting permits and affecting tribal food sovereignty programs; Montana officials back the move as a measure to protect local ranching interests.

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.

Missoula PaddleHeads VIP Experience

6:35-10:35 p.m. — Ogren Park at Allegiance Field — VIP packages available — Enjoy an exclusive game day experience with tailgating and player interactions.

Jaden Decker 2026 Tour

7-11 p.m. — The Jack Saloon — Check for ticket prices — Experience the captivating sounds of rising star Jaden Decker live in Lolo, MT.

Missoula Clinic by The Street Dog Coalition

9-11 a.m. — Watershed Navigation Center — Free services — Providing essential veterinary care for pets of people experiencing homelessness in Missoula.

Glacier Range Riders vs. Missoula PaddleHeads Community Night

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Ogren Park at Allegiance Field — Ticket revenue supports local charity — Celebrate baseball while giving back to the community.