Good morning, Missoula.

The Seeley Lake Skatepark Association is raising funds for a new skate park by offering boards, gear, and a portable skate track at Mountain Family Freedom Festival today, with a goal of collecting $50,000 in early donations before year-end (and planning to open the park in 2028).

A permanent food truck court is proposed at West Broadway and Toole Avenue in Missoula (modeled after Bozeman’s popular setup).

Paul Beck is reviewing redevelopment of the triangular site, which could eventually bring food trucks together and spark nearby investment, though the project remains in early planning stages.

A Montana mom from Butte attends National Fentanyl Awareness Day in New York City today to honor her son Aaron, who died from a fentanyl overdose nearly a year ago (she founded a nonprofit, wrote a children’s book and launched an app for grieving families).

New migration data shows Montana is no longer among the top states gaining residents as areas in the South and Mountain West pull in more newcomers.

Many longtime locals report relief over slower growth amid rising housing costs — experts say overall interest remains strong.

UM President Jeremiah Shinn spoke Friday at the Montana Theater to share real graduate success stories such as Grizzly Athletics’ $100 million impact and training programs aimed at rural communities — marking a new era that will prove the value of UM to the state.

The Old Farmer’s Almanac announced predicted first frost dates using NOAA data, indicating that higher areas like Butte may experience freezing temperatures earlier — gardeners should plan ahead to cover plants before fall begins on Sept.

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A newcomer led the Missoula PaddleHeads to a shutout win over the Long Beach Coast on Thursday in the third game of a six-game series in California, and the team improved to a 47-33 record.

Grizzly Football Coach’s Show returns for its third season at the Den Restaurant on Linda Vista Boulevard near Miller Creek Road.

The lively hour featuring head coach Bobby Kennedy and voice Riley Corcoran starts Wednesday, Aug. 26 at 7:00 p.m. with live streaming available on local radio.