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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Sweets Barn in Lolo permanently closed after its building was sold and plans for remodeling were announced—locals remember the red barn for its old-school charm. Customers can still buy some of its treats at the Missoula Farmers Market and select shops—offering a small consolation for those missing the classic pit stop. Newstalk KGVO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Missoula City Band starts its free summer concert series today at Bonner Park — the shows will feature local talent and include a special performance on July 4 at Fort Missoula. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ Missoula's Union Club Bar & Grill at 208 E. Main Street is recognized as one of America's best bars for 2025 by Esquire Magazine — it offers cheap drinks, pool tables, gaming machines, karaoke nights and live local bands on weekends. Newstalk KGVO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Montana law student LaRenzo Roanbear received the Leadership and Service in Inclusive Excellence Award from UM President Seth Bodnar for mentoring Indigenous first-year students in the IFYE program. He organized activities and supported about 20 students on campus—helping them adjust to a new environment. Missoula Current
- ➤ The Montana School Funding Interim Commission of 20 members met on June 4 to start a study on education funding and will host road shows to gather community input before giving lawmakers recommendations for 2027. The group also voted for a sole-source vendor process to speed up research in a non-partisan effort to compare Montana’s funding system with those in other states. Missoulian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A 2023 state audit found a culture of retaliation in Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks and legislators learned last week that only two of four recommended changes have been fully made—officials dispute the report and plan a wider HR review in September. Montana Public Radio
- ➤ Missoula City Council has decided to run the 2025 city primary elections only by mail—this decision followed a debate over voter security and access. Mail ballots will be sent to all registered voters if a primary is needed, and the clerk's office is finalizing the details. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ City crews will remove unused railroad tracks at Miller Creek Road and Highway 93 South on Monday, June 23 and Tuesday, June 24 to fix potholes and smooth the road. A detour is set up from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day for local traffic & access to nearby residences and the Walmart Supercenter. MontanaRightNow
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Federal funding of $2 million for Title X has been frozen since March 31, putting rural Montana clinics at risk of cutting back on essential services such as STI testing — cancer screening and contraception. Providers warn that without the funds, low-income and uninsured patients may soon face reduced access to care. Missoulian
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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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Missoula MarExpo Atlántica: 5 Miles to Beer Thirty
6-8 p.m. — Caras Park — Free — Enjoy a casual fun run with a beer at the finish line and a social gathering.
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Speakeasy Swing Night
7 p.m. — Monk's Bar — $10 — Dance the night away to the vibrant sounds of gypsy swing and jazz from local bands.
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2025 Missoula Marathon Race Weekend
6 AM — Caras Park — Registration required — Experience a blend of small-town charm and stunning scenery on a flat and fast marathon course in Big Sky Country.
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