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Missoula
Monday, September 1st, 2025
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Missoula Municipal Court and Partnership Health Center will host a community kickoff party at the Watershed Navigation Center (2200 Mullan Rd) on Friday, September 5 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The free event will replace Johnson Street Shelter’s day services by offering support like court assistance, housing help, legal aid, and medical resources. MontanaRightNow
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Record high beef prices have driven strong demand in Montana as data shows per capita consumption nears 60 pounds while most beef is Choice grade. Many consumers have switched to lower-priced cuts amid rising costs — a trend that confirms beef remains popular. Newstalk KGVO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grizzly Disposal has partnered with Frenchtown Public Schools to help raise funds for education by donating $5 monthly for each custom trash cart subscription provided to local residents. The first carts featuring Frenchtown Broncs colors have been delivered and residents can sign up to support local schools—turning trash day into pay day for education. Newstalk KGVO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missoula International Airport will close for fixed-wing aircraft from 8:00 a.m. on September 2 to 3:00 p.m. on September 7 for a runway upgrade—airport officials said the project will improve safety and capacity. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Open The Books revealed that the governor earns $118,397 and the attorney general earns $145,566, but several state workers earn even more. The report shows that Montana state employees receive six-figure salaries paid with taxpayer dollars. Newstalk KGVO
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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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