Good morning, Missoula.

AniMeals is launching a capital campaign to raise $4 million so it can leave its Rankin Street warehouse and build a new feline facility that serves over 500 pets a year.

Executive director Janet Rose said the new building—featuring a larger food pantry, surgical suite and expanded health services—will help boost adoptions and improve pet care in Missoula.

Hi-Line farmers battled five years of drought and low wheat prices—forcing Justin Miller near Havre to lay his grain on the ground while he planted winter wheat for next season.

Tariffs raised fertilizer and machinery costs, and a Montana State University economist said crop insurance did not cover these rising input prices.

Today, a National Park Service report shows that 3.2 million visitors to Glacier National Park spent $458 million and supported almost 5,200 local jobs, while last summer's Zootown Festival generated a $9.1 million economic boost from 30,000 attendees.

Other updates include tougher traffic stops in Bozeman, indigenous remains near Missoula returned for a ceremony, care for 42 dogs seized near Shepard, and a $1.5 million plan to expand the Missoula veterans cemetery—each effort addressing a key community need.

Scientists have bred Yellowstone bison free of brucellosis— a breakthrough that may ease Montana ranchers' worries as the first bison head to Colorado and further research could help manage wildlife more safely.

Due to changes in state law, Missoula County will remove impact fees from some development projects and ask an advisory board to review fee assessments to ensure they match county goals—avoiding unauthorized charges.

The county will also stop charging admin fees and adjust fee language on inflation to support future projects.

City council member Mike Nugent has delivered affordable housing in Missoula through projects like Villagio Apartments and Ravara by partnering with local agencies—efforts that secure homes for families and offer lasting community benefits.

He also supports city code reforms to cut red tape and help more housing get built.

Missoula veterans cemetery received a grant on Monday—up to $1,537,769 from the Department of Veterans Affairs’ National Cemetery Administration—for its expansion, and officials say the funds will improve veteran services in the area.

In 2024, Missoula airport logged over 1 million passengers for the first time and earned small-hub status—this change raised its federal funding match from 5% to 10%.

After 19 months of steady increases and a 127-hour runway closure in September for construction, the airport will soon add a second full body scanner to boost checkpoint efficiency.

Condon, a tiny town in Missoula County with fewer than 300 residents, was named the 13th best winter destination in the world by Elle Decor—home to Holland Peak Ranch which offers cabins and a private ice rink for winter guests.

Montana Griz safety Kade Boyd, a Billings native and former walk-on, recorded his first career interception against Central Washington and led the team with six tackles against Idaho this season—earning a scholarship after spring ball.

His plays have helped shape Montana’s defense as he builds on a limited early college resume.

Late Night Radio Performance

7-10 p.m. — Monk's Bar — $10 cover — Experience the vibrant sounds of Late Night Radio as they electrify the night with innovative electronic beats.

2025 ZooTown Challenge

10 AM – 2 PM — Washington-Grizzly Stadium — Race entry required — Compete in six challenging obstacle course races for all ages in beautiful Missoula.

2025 Ignite Conference

8 AM – 4 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Missoula - Edgewater — Check website for registration fees — A dynamic conference for PR and marketing professionals with networking, insights, and inspiration.

Scott H. Biram Live Performance

7-8 p.m. — Monk's Bar — Cover charge at the door — Experience the powerhouse sound of Scott H. Biram and his diverse musical talents.

Cyclops Performance at Badlander

5-8 p.m. — The Badlander — $10 cover — Experience the explosive sounds of Cyclops blending heavy music with experimental dubstep.

University of Montana Homecoming Parade

12-2 p.m. — Downtown Missoula Partnership — Free entry — Celebrate Homecoming with a vibrant parade featuring the Big Sky Horse Park float.

Montana Grizzlies vs. Sacred Heart Pioneers

1-2:30 p.m. — Washington-Grizzly Stadium — Tickets required — Catch the thrilling college baseball showdown between the Grizzlies and Pioneers.

She Talks Mini: Montana – Women in Construction

2-11 p.m. — Forestry Greenhouse, Missoula, MT — Free entry — Celebrate and inspire women in construction, empowering the next generation of female leaders in this traditionally male-dominated industry.

Niko Moon Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Wilma — Tickets available — Experience good vibes and live music from the optimistic artist Niko Moon.

Idaho State Bengals vs Montana Grizzlies Women's Volleyball

7-8:30 p.m. — Adams Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting women's volleyball match with the local favorites, the Grizzlies, in action.