Good morning, Missoula.

The Missoula Police awarded commendations to three citizens on July 21, 2026 — one stepped in after hearing a suspected gunshot and helped a wounded woman, while two others intervened to keep a child safe at a local preschool graduation.

Missoula's Downtown Clean Team was honored for its 20th anniversary on Wednesday downtown.

The crew, including longtime member Joe Isaacs who has served for 12 years, has kept the area clean by removing 2,700 cubic yards of trash and clearing 17,000 ADA ramps since 2006 (a true community asset).

Missoula's Adult and Teen Challenge PacWest is expanding its campus to help more women and children by remodeling a three-bedroom home into offices (and planning an 11,000 sqft building next spring for additional space).

Last night, Post Malone and Jelly Roll performed at Washington-Grizzly Stadium, delighting many fans in Missoula.

While most applauded the concert for creating memorable family experiences, a few noted issues with the sound system (some said it was shaky).

Heritage Auctions is selling the Apollo 12 wrist checklist that secretly featured Playboy images and includes a nod to the local heritage through former UM student Reagan Wilson.

Bidding opens at $100,000 and will end tomorrow, July 24.

A study from the University of Montana’s Bureau of Business and Economic Research (UM BBER) shows short-term rentals generated over $755M in visitor spending in 2025, with Bozeman and Kalispell recording most of this income; the report noted that increased host revenue, tax contributions, and job creation supported local households.

Montana's unemployment rate dropped to 3.3% in June while Missoula added 41 jobs and recorded a 2.9% rate, with officials crediting the 406 Jobs initiative for fostering good-paying work.

Erika Camposan, a Crow Tribe member and University of M law graduate, was admitted to practice in all seven tribal courts in Montana after passing five bar exams.

She now works with Montana Legal Services — expanding legal access in rural areas with limited help.

Summit Career Center is accepting applications for its tuition-free, six-month career training program for adults in Bitterroot and Missoula Valleys; interested candidates (including recent high school graduates seeking alternatives to college) should apply by Aug.

17 at facilities in Stevensville and Missoula.

Ravalli County’s Sheep Creek Mine remains on the federal fast-track list as U.S. Critical Materials explores for rare earth minerals, raising concerns among local conservationists + county commissioners due to potential impacts on the Bitterroot watershed.

The company’s scaled-back exploration plan has not yet prompted further dialogue with community leaders.

A new study shows that Missoula remains Montana’s top city for renters (with average rental costs of $1,486 compared to nearly $3,300 for buying), highlighting a significant savings gap for local residents.

Big Sky Kickoff will run from Friday, July 24 to Monday, July 27 at Northern Quest Resort and Casino in Spokane, Wash., with key events airing live on Montana Television Network including the Hall of Fame Gala Saturday at 8 p.m. and media day coverage Monday from 10 a.m.

Downtown ToNight

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