Good Day
Missoula
Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The University of Montana announced its Grizzlies will wear throwback copper and gold uniforms featuring the original snarling Griz logo for the Homecoming football game against Cal Poly Mustangs on Saturday. The Glacier Institute has served as Glacier National Park’s education partner since 1983—Missoula reported only one bear sighting this fall, credited to durable trash enclosures and a strong natural food year. KPAX
- ➤ Missoula County’s Community Assistance Fund has granted about $22,000 to Seeley Lake to keep its low-cost medical shuttle running—volunteer drivers have given over 3,000 rides to help aging residents get to medical appointments and now need more volunteers. KPAX
- ➤ Satellite images show that Missoula’s Mullan Road area has changed drastically over the last 23 years—transforming from open land to a neighborhood with more homes and businesses. Missoulian
- ➤ Lily is an 11-year-old dog at the Missoula Humane Society who loves car rides and sleeping on bathroom floors—she is starting a diet and exercise plan to lose weight as she looks for a new home—she gets along best with other gentle pets. Newstalk KGVO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City leaders are reworking downtown so that Front and Main become two-way and Higgins is reduced to three lanes, with plans to renew riverfront trails and add a ramp from Beartracks Bridge — all funded by a $24 million federal grant through the Downtown Safety, Access and Mobility Project. The city will hold an open house at the Missoula Public Library from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. today for residents to learn more about these changes. KPAX
- ➤ Two groups filed a motion with the Montana Supreme Court on Monday after Attorney General Austin Knudsen changed approved ballot language for a constitutional amendment to keep court races nonpartisan. The lawsuit says the change confuses voters by suggesting judicial candidates are partisan and could set a dangerous precedent for future ballot initiatives. Missoula Current
- ➤ Missoula City Council approved a 671-unit subdivision near the airport to address rapid growth and follow local neighborhood plans—residents raised concerns about the impact on local schools. Missoulian
- ➤ Various groups are proposing constitutional amendments for Montana's 2026 ballot and Montanans Decide has submitted a proposal to alter the ballot measure process to require clear language and ample time for collecting signatures—critics say high fees and extra red tape deter participation. Missoula Current
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health officials in Montana are urging residents to take precautions as flu, RSV, and COVID cases are rising; they noted that cooler weather keeps germs alive longer — putting young children, the elderly, and pregnant women at higher risk. KPAX
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Missoula farmers and ranchers are planning to protect prime agricultural land from increased development by using conservation easements—this effort will help preserve farming traditions as the population grows. Missoulian
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Grizzlies will wear throwback copper, gold, and silver uniforms for the homecoming game against Cal Poly this Saturday—fans and opponents have praised the innovative design even as some former players expressed mixed reactions. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ Diezel Wilkinson, a freshman safety who transferred from Idaho in December after his first season, said he is happy to join the Grizzlies — his new team. Missoulian
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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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Montana Afoot & Afloat Final Presentation
5-6 p.m. — Free Cycles Missoula — Free entry — Experience the culmination of student projects showcasing Montana's diverse ecosystems and their exploration journey.
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People are rewarded in public for what they practice for years in private.
~ Tony Robbins
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