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Missoula
Sunday, September 7th, 2025
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of September.
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Griz fans with rare tailgating spots are advised to get a big bus, play upbeat songs, and pack plenty of wings, chips, and beer for game days this season—tips meant to boost game day spirit. The guide explains that these ideas will help fans prepare for an exciting tailgate experience. Newstalk KGVO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Frenchtown Broncs routed Columbia Falls by a score of 37 to 6 on September 5 with a renewed offense led by Dawson Rodoni—who threw four touchdown passes to help build a 16 to 0 lead by halftime. Coach Seth Mason said the team grew stronger with its new lineup after key players left last summer. Missoulian
- ➤ Columbia Falls coach O’Brien Byrd led his Wildcats to a 10 to 1 win on Saturday at Corvallis and added another milestone to his 23-year career that includes starting an exhibition series with the Montana Grizzlies. He said he is most proud of helping kids build character—an approach that changed his coaching style over the years. Missoulian
- ➤ On Saturday, Griz fans gathered for the first football tailgate of the season in Missoula—fans enjoyed music from the marching band, grilled food, and long-held traditions like the 26-year tailgate spot held by the Floyd family. Season tickets have sold out and many are excited for next week’s game against North Dakota. KPAX
- ➤ The Montana football team was behind 17-14 but came back to beat Central Washington 42-17 on Saturday at Washington-Grizzly Stadium—making them the last non-Ivy League team to start their season. Strong plays from QB Keali'i Ah Yat and running back Eli Gillman helped set new career highs and lead the win. Missoulian
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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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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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Chase Rice Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Wilma — Tickets available — Experience high-energy music with Chase Rice as he performs hits from his chart-topping albums.
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Montana Grizzlies vs. Indiana State Sycamores
1-2:30 p.m. — Washington-Grizzly Stadium — VIP tickets available — Experience college football with premium seating and exclusive tailgate events.
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Dark Flamingo Painting Class
2-4 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — BYOB — Sip, paint, and relax while creating your own dark flamingo masterpiece.
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Out There: A National Parks Story in Missoula
Special screening of the award-winning documentary Out There: A National Parks Story as part of the Cartography Comes Alive series at Xplorer Maps Headquarters. A Q&A with director Brendan Hall and special guest Jack Gladstone will follow the film. | Sept 23 · 7 PM
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