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Monday, August 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Missoula’s long-time bicycling icon, Ethel MacDonald—87—has spent over five decades riding her bike and promoting active transportation in town and beyond. She recently donated two electric bikes to support local riders while planning to test a recumbent bike as health issues slow her pace. Missoula Current
- ➤ Mayor Andrea Davis and staff from the Missoula Redevelopment Agency celebrated the groundbreaking of Opportunity Place Apartments and the future Artists of Opportunity Art Center, which will add 24 new workforce housing units to the Riverfront neighborhood. Local partners including Opportunity Resources, Inc.—Bouchee Development, Encompass Design, Blue Line Construction, and First Security Bank Missoula supported the project. MontanaRightNow
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks issued felony warrants against Michigan father and son Ronald and Chad Schubert after investigators found they killed a trophy bull elk on private land during the archery-only season — the charges include unlawful possession, tampering with evidence and other hunting violations that could lead to fines and restrictions. Newstalk KGVO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A wildfire started along Highway 200 corridor in Sanders County on Sunday afternoon between Perma and Highway 135 along the Flathead River—resources from Plains-Paradise Rural Fire District responded—to contain the blaze. KPAX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missoula County is reviewing a plan to change a 1978 billboard at 5165 Hwy 93 S. to an electronic sign that displays flashing and scrolling messages despite rules limiting such signs to industrial zones—public input will be heard on Aug. 20 at 6 p.m. in the courthouse annex. MontanaRightNow
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Missoula PaddleHeads swept a home doubleheader on Saturday against Colorado Springs in Pioneer League action to improve their record to 55-22— the team played strong and kept the games competitive. Missoulian
- ➤ Coach Jesse Allan said his football team, which went 6-3 last season, now has fewer players and an injured center from a car accident who will miss the first month— they will play a home game against Superior next Friday in a tougher Montana 8-man league. Missoulian
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Alabama Shakes Concert - Night One
7:00-9:30 p.m. — KettleHouse Amphitheater — Ticket info TBA — Experience the electrifying return of Alabama Shakes after an eight-year hiatus.
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Missoula PaddleHeads vs. Idaho Falls Chukars
5:59-8:59 p.m. — Ogren Park at Allegiance Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball matchup in scenic Missoula.
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River City Roots Festival
6:00 PM – 10:30 PM — Downtown Missoula Partnership — Various costs — Explore live music, local food, and community spirit at Missoula's cherished festival.
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Roots & Revelry Dinner at The Stables
5-8 p.m. — The Stables — $31 to $50 — Celebrate Missoula’s culinary scene with a curated three-course dinner during River City Roots Fest.
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Cornbread Wallace Live Performance
4-8 p.m. — The Trough — Check for ticket details — Experience a captivating mix of country, rock, and Americana from local singer-songwriter Cornbread Wallace.
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Hickoids Live at Monk's Bar
6-9 p.m. — Monk's Bar — Cover charge applies — Experience the cowpunk legends Hickoids on their Sasquatch Stroll tour through the Western US.
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Trivia Tuesday at The Old Post
6:30-9:00 p.m. — The Old Post — Free entry — Gather your sharpest friends for a fun-filled trivia night in Downtown Missoula.
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Missoula PaddleHeads vs. Grand Junction Jackalopes
5:59-8:59 p.m. — Ogren Park at Allegiance Field — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Missoula PaddleHeads take on the Grand Junction Jackalopes in a fun night of baseball.
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Sean Devine and The Stars Concert
10 AM – 1 PM — Monk's Bar — Enjoy a live performance featuring Sean Devine and members of the Anguilla recording band.
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Leah Grams Johnson Live Performance
7 p.m.-1 a.m. — Draught Works — Check venue for ticket info — Experience the soulful sounds of artist and songwriter Leah Grams Johnson from Northern California.
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