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Missoula
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ UM Forestry Professor Dr. Peter Kolb said on Thursday's KGVO Talk Back show that Montana’s lumber mills are shrinking as the state’s forest products infrastructure dropped from 46 mills to five and all projects face strict federal reviews — risking the future of the wood industry. He explained that a new mill must secure a 20-year log supply and process 40 truckloads a day to be competitive. Newstalk KGVO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The fire sparked by lightning burned 221 acres and remained 0% contained on Friday morning six miles southwest of Frenchtown as 80 firefighters built a dozer line near BPA powerlines using water and retardant drops to limit its spread—no evacuations were ordered. KPAX
- ➤ Firefighters battled a wildfire along Interstate 90 between Reserve Street and Orange Street in Missoula on August 22, burning five acres and causing closures of the eastbound lanes and local roads—helicopters dropped water on the blaze. KPAX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Fish, Wildlife and Parks Commission approved rules that let hunters and trappers kill wolves until Montana’s population falls below 458 or the season ends, setting a statewide quota of 450 wolves after nearly six hours of debate—officials reviewed multiple amendments and public comments but did not extend the hunting season. Missoula Current
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Missoula’s dining scene is changing as locals praise top-rated sushi spots+ like Hana now in the historic Wilma building, though some still want a food truck court and more focus on seafood. Newstalk KGVO
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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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Montana Grizzlies 2025 Football Season Tickets
Sep 3-4 — Washington-Grizzly Stadium — Prices may vary — Cheer on the Grizzlies at every home game this season while supporting a great cause.
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Sentinel JV Football vs. Russell
3-5 p.m. — Sentinel High School — Free entry — The Sentinel JV football team faces off against Russell in a non-conference showdown.
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Montana Irish Festival
2:30-9:30 p.m. — Caras Park — Free entry — Celebrate Irish culture with music, entertainment, and community spirit.
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Financial Skill Building Class
10 AM - 5 PM — Homeword — Free — Enhance your financial literacy with expert-led sessions on managing money effectively.
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