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Missoula
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Arlee, three local hairstylists worked with Jocko Valley Baptist Church to give free haircuts to about 50 students on Sunday—helping them start the school year with a fresh look—and provided food and games for the whole family. KPAX
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Missoula woman Rachelle Farnsworth, 21, was charged with felony animal cruelty for neglecting three dogs tied to a tree on the Kim Williams Trail on August 19—animal control took the malnourished dogs and she will appear in court early September. KPAX
- ➤ A Missoula man—Zayden James Woods, 20—is facing felony charges for aggravated sexual assault without consent after an incident at the Red Lion hotel last week; he was arrested following a victim's report and is scheduled to appear in court early September with a bond of $50,000. KPAX
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ K. Ross Toole was a famed historian who taught at the University of Montana and shared his honest view of Montana's past through his lectures and writings. His taped final lessons—recorded as he battled lung cancer—continue to serve as a resource for those who want to learn the state's history. Missoula Current
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters built a fireline around a new spot fire on the southeast corner of the lightning-sparked Corral Creek Fire—located six miles southwest of Frenchtown—that burned 408 acres and remains 0% contained as of Monday. Officials say the difficult terrain near Albert Creek and unpredictable winds on Tuesday evening will challenge containment efforts. KPAX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Under a new agreement approved last week, the MRA will pay Parks and Rec $1,000 per tree plus a 2.5% project management fee to store, install, and care for trees for two years—160 trees will be funded with $164,000 in tax increment funds from Urban Renewal Districts II and III. The contract ensures better maintenance than previous projects managed directly by contractors. Missoula Current
- ➤ Lonnie Rash is Missoula's new fire chief after former Gordy Hughes retired in June. He said he will focus on supporting his firefighters and plans to wear his uniform out in the community—after spending 20 years in Washington state—so residents can connect directly with the fire department. Newstalk KGVO
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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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The Trouble With Angels: Jane Lynch & Kate Flannery
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Wilma — Reserved seating available — Experience an evening with comedy stars Jane Lynch and Kate Flannery.
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Playoff game #1
The Missoula PaddleHeads return home for their 5 consecutive playoff appearance as they chase another championship.
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