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Missoula
Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A National Park Service report shows Montana’s parks supported nearly 9,300 jobs and contributed $1.2 billion to the state’s economy last year—Glacier and Yellowstone brought in millions of visitors and $838 million in spending. The federal shutdown, which began Wednesday, may soon affect these benefits. Missoula Current
- ➤ Gas prices in Montana dropped by 2.6¢ per gallon to $3.12 as of Monday, Oct. 6. They are now 12.7¢ lower than a month ago and 9.1¢ below last year's price — a sharper decline than the national average. KPAX
- ➤ Gas prices in Montana have dropped three weeks in a row with today's average at $3.12 per gallon—2.6 cents lower than last week and 12.7 cents lower than last month—as Patrick De Haan of GasBuddy noted; many Missoula stations now list prices near $3.08 per gallon—Montana ranks 14th nationally in cost. Newstalk KGVO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Missoula College saw a 17% rise in enrollment this semester as local and high school students take dual enrollment to get a head start. Officials plan to expand the campus soon—students and staff say the smaller class sizes help build closer connections. KPAX
- ➤ The University of Montana named Troy Magney the new W.A. Franke Endowed Faculty Chair in Forest Conservation—he will oversee student training in forest processes and remote-sensing to ensure students learn sustainable forest management. His appointment, supported by an $18 million gift from the Franke family, aims to advance research and education in forest health as part of the Treasure Montana campaign. Missoula Current
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missoula's Montana Fish, Wildlife — Parks says bear-proof trash enclosures are working by making it hard for bears to reach garbage. The program has cut bear visits in areas like Rattlesnake, where only one bear is seen compared to up to 40 in bad years, and the University plans to add more enclosures. KPAX
- ➤ Today, the EPA agreed to test water samples from local rivers—Clark Fork, Bitterroot, and Blackfoot—to measure how much contamination is linked to wood-processing plants including the shuttered Smurfit-Stone pulp mill. The agency is deploying displaced scientists to review months of fish tissue and water data while local groups watch for clearer answers on river pollution. KPAX
- ➤ Missoula wildlife biologist Wes Larson started the 'Tooth and Claw' podcast to explain why animal attacks occur and how to prevent them—he hopes his work helps hikers, campers and hunters learn to safely coexist with wildlife. KPAX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Missoula will reveal details of its new proposed zoning map during an open house on Thursday, Oct. 9—residents can learn about the planned changes directly from city officials. The event will provide an overview of potential impacts on local development. Missoulian
- ➤ Montana tribes and Canadian Indigenous nations plan to invoke the 1794 Jay Treaty to open a tariff-free trade corridor across the border—allowing goods like art, food, and couches to cross without tariffs. Groups such as the Fort Peck Sioux and Standing Buffalo Dakota Tribe are joining forces on the proposal. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ The Missoula City Council reviewed the proposal to annex and zone the Paisley Park Project—which could add 671 dwelling units across up to 100 home lots by OO Land Holdings just outside city limits—on Monday evening. The council also renewed its contract with Black Knight Security—which provides patrols and checks including at the Poverello Center. KPAX
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Gianforte announced the Angel Initiative that lets people bring drugs or paraphernalia to law enforcement facilities to get help for addiction without facing arrest—this program partners with the health department, treatment centers, and police to provide support around the clock. KPAX
- ➤ Montana officials say harmful algal blooms have been seen near hunting waters and advise hunters and pet owners to keep dogs away from water that may carry toxins (for example in ponds and lakes). They recommend rinsing pets with clean water and calling a veterinarian if a pet shows signs of sickness. Newstalk KGVO
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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.
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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.
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Cyclops Performance at Badlander
5-8 p.m. — The Badlander — $10 cover — Experience the explosive sounds of Cyclops blending heavy music with experimental dubstep.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Niko Moon Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Wilma — Tickets available — Experience good vibes and live music from the optimistic artist Niko Moon.
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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.
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MNHC Fall Banquet and Auction
Celebrating the spirit of nature! Gather with us for an evening of food, drinks, and fun to support the Montana Natural History Center's science and nature educational programming for our community, and support MNHC’s mission of connecting people of all ages to nature.
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Candlelight: A Bewitched Evening of Halloween Classics
3:45-4:45 p.m. — Missoula Children's Theatre — Tickets start at $20 — Experience a magical concert of Halloween-themed music in a cozy candlelit atmosphere.
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~ James Clear
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