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Friday, June 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ M80 Chicken celebrated its soft opening on Wednesday at *the Shack Building at 222 Main Street in downtown Missoula* as it moved from a food truck to a brick and mortar store. *Co-owner McKenna Cramer said the restaurant will officially open on July 2 and add new menu items* while the food truck runs on special occasions. KPAX
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 13 at 7:43 p.m., a Missoula police officer responded to a hit-and-run on Uncle Robert Ln where a red Nissan X-Terra backed into another car; the officer later located 26-year-old Daven Woodard, a habitual offender with three DUI convictions who failed field sobriety tests and was arrested on felony DUI and habitual traffic offender charges with a $10,000 bond. Newstalk KGVO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Some border towns along Montana’s north side are offering discounts for Canadian visitors after fewer Canadians traveled this summer—shops in Eureka, Havre, Glasgow and Whitefish plan special deals to bring back spending—and local businesses hope the offers will boost tourism. Newstalk KGVO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A University of Montana law student from Busby earned the 2024-2025 Leadership and Service in Inclusive Excellence Award for helping new Indigenous students adjust to college and stay focused on academics. He said his work is meant to inspire future students to be true to themselves — an effort that builds on his own experiences with campus challenges. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ After voters rejected a quarter-million-dollar safety levy in May, leaders at Target Range and Hellgate schools in Missoula said planned security upgrades, such as replacing crash bars and installing new cameras, are on hold. Administrators must now adjust budgets to address other high-priority expenses. Montana Public Radio
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge asked the lawyers if he should use the Fish and Wildlife Service’s narrow idea of where wolves live or choose his own meaning as he listened to key arguments on science, history and state hunting rules—recent court decisions have made it a tough call that may affect wolf management in Montana, Idaho and Wyoming. Missoula Current
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Greg Gianforte visited the DNRC Equipment Development and Communications Center in Missoula on Wednesday to see how redesigned firefighting vehicles saved taxpayer money. He explained that a tanker costing three-quarters of a million dollars on the market was built for $69,000 — a cost-effective measure as local agencies prepare for a challenging fire season. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ Gov. Gianforte vetoed House Bill 585 that would have raised Medicaid rates for physical, occupational and speech therapists, prompting clinics in Kalispell and Missoula to warn they will cut their Medicaid patient loads if costs remain unsustainable. Legislators now face an automatic override poll—providers say the lower reimbursement could force major changes in care for vulnerable patients. Missoulian
- ➤ Former political official Jeff Mangan has announced that his group, Transparent Election Initiative, will work to propose a ballot measure in 2026 to limit corporate spending in campaigns. The group, which includes figures like Tester and Racicot (who have long criticized high political ad costs) said they will seek full transparency (with all contributions overreported) in raising funds for the measure. Missoula Current
- ➤ A hearing is set for the demolition permit of the Old Post Hospital in Missoula, built in 1911 to serve Fort Missoula. The hospital was sold as surplus by the U.S. Army after World War II and officials will use the hearing to decide next steps for its future demolition. Missoulian
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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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Missoula PaddleHeads vs. Great Falls Voyagers
11:59 PM – 1:29 AM — Ogren Park at Allegiance Field — Tickets available — Catch the thrilling matchup as Missoula PaddleHeads face off against the Great Falls Voyagers.
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Shania Twain Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Washington-Grizzly Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic country star Shania Twain live in Missoula.
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