Good morning, Missoula.

Mission Valley Ice Arena Association received a $1.35M state tourism grant that moves its long-awaited ice arena project closer to completion.

Groundbreaking is set for early August in Polson as the nonprofit seeks to raise the remaining $1M to boost local winter recreation.

Old Bull Brewing is expanding into Missoula with a new location under construction on Southwest Higgins, where local food trucks will serve guests as the brewery plans a soft opening this fall (with a grand opening to follow after licensing and construction finish).

Montana breweries earned medals at the 2026 World Beer Cup with winners from Manhattan, Missoula, and Bozeman recognized among over 8,000 entries (a prestigious international contest).

Missoula Children's Theatre is working on a roof renovation as the first step in a three-part project to replace essential building parts; contractors expect the work to finish in August.

University of Montana researchers found PFAS chemicals in Flathead Lake and its watershed and warned that exposure may cause issues like delayed growth, higher cancer risk and hormone changes.

More testing is expected to guide next steps in monitoring water quality.

The FTC settlement with Deere aims to give Montana farmers and repair shops better access to repair equipment as agricultural consolidation limits their choices.

Organic farmer John Wicks said the move brings hope for more competition in buying inputs and selling crops.

The Missoula Post Office is honoring America’s 250th anniversary by offering commemorative stamps, collectibles and merchandise.

The local office remains a key link for families, businesses and neighbors with essential services.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed a new ESA rule that lets state wildlife agencies manage larger grizzly populations using a tiered approach in designated recovery areas.

The proposal appears in the Federal Register today with a 30-day comment period ending Aug. 17.

Four Children's Advocacy Centers in Montana will receive nearly $150K from a Johnson and Johnson settlement to upgrade technology, facilities, and staff training, stated Attorney General Knudsen.

The funds help centers including Emma’s House (Hamilton) keep serving families during difficult times.

Montana DPHHS appointed 25 officials to oversee the state’s Center of Excellence plan to right-size rural hospitals.

The state will spend about $233M in federal funds over the next year to improve rural healthcare.

Local shoppers are avoiding bagged lettuce as health officials investigate a cyclospora outbreak linked to produce in nearby states (Montana reports no confirmed cases yet).

The CDC warns the parasite can cause severe stomach symptoms.

Hope Hospice Center in Missoula marked its one-year anniversary today after opening in July 2025, and it has provided over 2,500 days of compassionate end-of-life care to 130+ patients while hosting community events in its spacious patient rooms.

A new website called ZooTownEats helps Missoula residents find food truck schedules, menus, and locations at spots including Great Burn Brewery and Missoula Senior Center today.

The site is updated manually until food truck owners can post their own listings – check it for current details.

Missoula Cars & Coffee Meetup

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — J & K Customs — Free entry — Showcase your coolest cars, trucks, and bikes in a friendly local gathering.

Out to Lunch

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Caras Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music by Big Sky Mudflaps, local food trucks, and family-friendly activities in downtown Missoula.

Golf Tournament

1-4 p.m. — University of Montana Golf Course — $200 per team — Participate in a 9 Hole Scramble with prizes and a silent auction to benefit local charities.

Downtown ToNight

5-9 p.m. — Caras Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music, food trucks, and children's activities during this vibrant summer market.