Good morning, Missoula.

The Poverello Center will open 16 Housing Montana Heroes apartments on the Clark Fork in Missoula on Thursday—expanding a program that offers veterans supportive services for health care, employment and permanent housing.

Residents at Katoonah Lodges in Missoula are pushing back on a 35% rent hike after Axia Realty Partners' acquisition, forming a union to demand a five-year fixed lease plus a 2% cap — a certified letter has been sent to negotiate fair terms.

Missoula's Famous Dave's closed its doors on Monday (Aug.

31) after 20 years along North Reserve Street, with visitors reporting the abrupt shutdown confirmed by a closure sign.

Tot Fest returned to Missoula at the Dark Horse and Sunrise Saloon today with 16 bands & two stages, raising funds for the Missoula Street Dog Coalition.

Tourism vloggers and locals are planning trips to experience metal music and tater tots at this unusual charity festival.

Roxy Theater on the Hip Strip now features new movie screens and an upgraded sound system — complementing its triple organic popcorn and local craft beer, the enhancements aim to boost the viewing experience for theatergoers.

In Montana, GasBuddy’s analysis shows that gasoline prices dropped 2.9 cents per gallon this week to average $4.38, with one Missoula station (Reserve and Mullan) charging $4.29 on Monday morning.

Prices remain higher than last month and a year ago, and experts expect continued volatility in the coming weeks.

Back-to-school season is in full swing in Missoula as University of Montana students move in and local schools resume classes, which residents see in longer fast-food lines and slower speeds in school zones.

Listeners report more school buses and increased traffic during daily drop-offs and pick-ups.

Back-to-school is underway in Missoula amid lingering wildfire smoke, and Climate Smart Missoula is hosting Climate Solutions Week from Sept.

26 to Oct. 4 to help residents stay healthy + build resilience against extreme weather.

Montana Grizzlies opened their season with a 28-21 win over Southern Utah at Washington-Grizzly Stadium on Saturday night.

Key plays — including an 85-yard touchdown pass and two blocked kicks — helped the team secure the victory.

The Missoula PaddleHeads edged closer to the playoffs with a 54-35 win over the Modesto Roadsters on Sunday (California) in the final game of their three-game series.