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Missoula
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ford launched the Truckle, a western belt buckle that works as a key fob made in Utah by former rodeo cowboy Andy Andrews for Montana truck owners. The device fits Ford trucks from 2018 onward and costs about two hundred bucks—providing a practical solution for those who often lose their keys. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ Missoula coffee shops are facing higher costs from new tariffs, and owner Conner Fawaz of Butterfly Herbs noted prices for many items have increased by 10 to 20% – he plans to monitor orders and may adjust his prices if the cost pressure grows. MontanaRightNow
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Missoula Art Museum installed a 22-foot sculpture titled Es wičms č̓ es mlk̓ʷmulexʷ t snč̓l̓ep — Coyote is Seeing All of the Land late last year; the work by the late Jaune Quick-to-See Smith and her son Neal Ambrose Smith honors Indigenous voices and challenges colonial views. The museum will host a free event with remarks and a shared meal on October 28 from 4:30—6:30 p.m. in front of its Carnegie Library building. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ In Missoula, several hundred people celebrated Indigenous Peoples Day at the Beartracks Celebration Powwow—featuring drumming, dancing, singing and food. The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes hosted the event. Missoulian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal government shutdown is putting essential services at risk as Montana nonprofits that run food banks, shelters, and mental health centers may cut staff or close if federal funds lapse—local communities could see fewer supports for basic needs. Missoula Current
- ➤ Teen Safety Driving Week is coming up in Missoula, and officials urge new drivers to prepare for winter roads and holiday events like Halloween, Thanksgiving & Christmas. Sergeant Tyler Schwartz advised young drivers to put phones down and avoid alcohol or drugs while driving as the Montana Highway Patrol calls for defensive measures and seatbelt use. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ The Montana Lottery will add 120,000 extra tickets and a fifth $1 million prize to Montana Millionaire 2025, with tickets—costing $20 each—going on sale November 1 at 5:30 a.m. It will also offer extra instant-win prizes, including 2,500 tickets for $500 and 6,100 tickets for $100, plus a $250,000 drawing on December 1 to support state scholarships and the general fund. KPAX
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Saint Patrick Hospital closed its Family Maternity Center on October 10, ending full spectrum gynecologic care at the only level II trauma center in the region—Dr. Jennifer Mayo wrote that the decision reflects a loss of compassionate care built over a decade and a broken bond between administrators and providers. Missoula Current
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Dave Portnoy from Barstool Sports visited the Salt Lake City Piehole Pizza and gave it a 3.8 rating, calling it a spot where you have to be drunk—Missoula’s Piehole stays a popular late-night spot for locals. Newstalk KGVO
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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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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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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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Margo Price Live Concert
1-9:30 p.m. — The Wilma — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rootsy sounds of Margo Price, a Nashville trailblazer with a decade of music behind her.
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Zakk Sabbath: American Winter Tour '25
6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Wilma — Tickets available — Experience the heavy sounds of Zakk Sabbath as they cover classic Black Sabbath tunes.
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Sally Joe and Matt Heckler Performance
7-10 p.m. — Monk's Bar — Refunds available up to 7 days prior — Experience a captivating evening of music with Sally Joe and Matt Heckler on stage.
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