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Missoula
Sunday, August 31st, 2025
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On August 29, residents of Eagle Watch Estates and Bruce Blattner Apartments complained about broken fixtures, bed bugs, water heating issues and a missing caretaker as they called for better communication with their Minnesota-based property management. HUD has looked into the problems while tenants ask for more direct interaction—especially for the elderly and disabled. KPAX
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Montana native Chase Cardoza from Red Lodge is set to compete in Hell’s Kitchen Season 24 on September 25th — a state versus state culinary battle that will test his skills against top chefs. Newstalk KGVO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters have made significant progress on the Corral Creek fire that started on August 20 from a lightning strike and spread over 350 acres, reaching about 85 percent containment. Crews are cleaning up the area while the forest remains closed from Albert Creek to Petty Creek to keep everyone safe—officials will post daily updates. MontanaRightNow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The USDA announced it is moving to roll back the 2001 Roadless Rule that once protected nearly 60 million acres of national forest land, including 6.4 million acres in Montana, and will open a 21-day public comment period through Sept. 19 to guide local forest management — a change that has drawn praise from local officials and criticism from conservation groups. KPAX
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The injury-depleted Missoula PaddleHeads lost 6-4 to the Boise Hawks Friday in Pioneer League play—missing top hitters Adam Fogel and Nich Klemp—and now hold a 60-28 record. The team will play eight more road games before hosting a playoff series beginning Sept. 11. Missoulian
- ➤ Kalispell Glacier’s young boys soccer team won a close opener against Missoula Sentinel on Saturday by a 2—1 score after a penalty tied the game and Junior Kyler Hardman scored in the last two minutes. Coach Ryan Billiet said his team stayed calm despite a controversial foul and will face crosstown rivals in upcoming matches. Missoulian
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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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Cornhole for Conservation
Cornhole + Conservation = Party. 🎉 Celebrate 25 years of Ecology Project International at Caras Park on Friday, Sept. 12 (5–8 p.m.). Expect cornhole showdowns, food trucks, live music, a silent auction, and prizes for the best Field Fancy fits (outdoor gear meets prom!) + top fundraisers. Come toss, eat, dance, and make a difference for the planet. 🌎✨
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Montana Grizzlies vs. North Dakota Fighting Hawks
1-2:30 p.m. — Washington-Grizzly Stadium — Co-Hosted Tailgate Required RSVP — Cheer on the Griz in this exciting college football matchup.
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Hunting Dinosaur Fossils in the Bighorn Basin with Paleontologist, Jason C. Poole
Great program for all ages and all dinosaur enthusiasts! Join paleontologist Jason C. Poole to hear the latest from this summer’s field work digging up dinosaur bones in Montana’s Bighorn Basin, some of which will be exposed over the next few months at the Montana Natural History Center before your very eyes!
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Ronnie And The Redwoods Live
7-10 p.m. — Monk's Bar — Cost Info — Experience the emotional Americana/Rock sounds of Ronnie and The Redwoods with their deep lyrics and rich musical roots.
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