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Missoula
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Missoula fire crews battled a grass fire near Cohosset Drive by the intersection of S. Russell St.—39th St.—Hillview Way on Monday, as the Missoula Fire Department said the public should avoid the area. KPAX
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On August 14, Missoula police arrested Brandy Hull after she broke the glass door at Blue Heron Place—she admitted kicking the door when she got upset about leaving a friend's apartment while drinking and the repair is estimated to exceed $1,500. Newstalk KGVO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kitchen Dwellers are headlining a summer tour with Leftover Salmon and The Infamous Stringdusters at the Kettleghouse Amphitheater in Missoula—the bands delivered a mix of bluegrass, country, and folk tunes that excited local fans. Missoula Current
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Montana have risen 1.8 cents to average $3.23 per gallon today—Missoula stations list prices near $3.24, and prices remain 25.6 cents lower than last year. GasBuddy noted oil stays near $60, so prices are expected to hold until Labor Day. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ A new study by the Montana Department of Labor and Industries shows that out of 100,000 Montanans aged 16–54 not working, 10,400 are not looking for a job—most due to school, family care, or health issues. Gov. Gianforte recently signed an executive order to help fill job openings as the state struggles with a tight labor market and 1.6 openings for every unemployed person. Missoula Current
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Missoula City Council approved a nearly 34% tax increase for the city's fiscal budget, yet many homeowners will see lower city taxes this year due to state legislative changes that lowered taxable values after reappraisals—one home saw a 21% taxable value drop despite a 27% rise in market value. Council members passed most motions nearly unanimously and will finalize the remaining fiscal resolutions soon. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ The Missoula City Council approved the 2026 city budget on Monday night, raising property taxes by 3.4% to generate about $2.4 million for supporting city staff wages for police, fire, and road services. City officials expect the new state tax law to lower the median home’s taxes by about $250. KPAX
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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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Scavengers Photography Club
6-8 p.m. — Montana Natural History Center — Free entry — Explore photography with fellow enthusiasts in a creative setting.
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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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Payton Howie Concert
3-9 p.m. — Missoula, Montana — Free entry — Experience backwoods bathed vocals and southern swagger from a recently nominated Texas Country vocalist.
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