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Missoula
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montana rabbis have urged neighbors to support peaceful dialogue and respectful education as they condemn rising hate and violence, including a hate attack in Missoula on October 7—calling for clear distinctions between criticism of policy and antisemitism. They invite the community to join them in both mourning losses and building bridges toward lasting peace. Missoula Current
- ➤ US Army veteran Chris Grudzinski enjoyed a dream hunt in southwestern Montana using a moose tag donated by fellow veteran Steve Earle through the Purple Heart program — he is now preparing to bring 300 pounds of moose meat to Missoula for Earle and other veterans. KPAX
- ➤ Today, experts predict a weak La Niña will bring cold, wet weather with more storms through December while Glacier National Park announced the Going-to-Sun Road will be closed for the winter. Local news also reports a water leak at the state prison in Deer Lodge, a fatal accident on I-90 near Hardin, the arrest of a suspect in a two-year-old murder, a new CBP detention contract in Cascade County, and a planned power outage in Lolo for a transmission upgrade—each of these issues touches our community. Newstalk KGVO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Lottery will launch its Montana Millionaire game on November 1 with five one-million-dollar jackpots, a $250,000 drawing on December 1, and 620,000 tickets available along with instant-win prizes (2,500 prizes of $500 and 6,100 prizes of $100) at a set price of $20 per ticket. The lottery advises buyers to use cash with printed tickets and to arrive early (tickets go on sale at 5:30 a.m.) to avoid long lines. Newstalk KGVO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A huge black-and-white mural honoring Indigenous language and resilience was unveiled on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, October 13 — part of the Downtown Riverside Arts Walls project downtown. It shows charging bison and features poems by local Salish author Debra Magpie Earling and elder Vic Charlo during a powwow celebration despite cold weather. Montana Public Radio
- ➤ The Missoula Butterfly House and Insectarium will host a spooky four-course bug dinner on Halloween night, featuring dishes like roasted crickets and mealworm tostadas. Guests will begin dining at 6:30 p.m. with tickets priced at $85—ensuring a unique culinary adventure. Newstalk KGVO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ USPS is upgrading post office lobbies in Montana with self-service kiosks, smart lockers — and digital information displays to help cut wait times as part of its long-range plan. Shipping package rates for parcels, which took effect for the holiday season, will remain raised until January 18. Newstalk KGVO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of Montana has received a $1.2M grant from the Health Resources & Services Administration to improve mental health care across the state, and the three-year program will train students as community health workers in rural areas where services are scarce. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Community Medical Center in Missoula hosted the drive-up Brake for Breakfast event on October 15—offering pink ribboned gift bags with breakfast and health information to encourage early breast cancer screening amid rising diagnoses in Montana. KPAX
- ➤ An addiction counselor in Missoula warned that crypto casino apps can trigger the brain to release strong dopamine surges similar to drugs or alcohol—making these games risky for teens. The counselor noted that flashy graphics and easy smartphone access can lead players to require higher stakes to feel the same rush, which studies link to severe gambling disorders. MontanaRightNow
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach Ken Flajole came back to Missoula after 30 years—he talked about his 17-team coaching career that won Super Bowl rings with the Eagles and Chiefs—and now works as a defensive analyst at Stanford. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ Big Sky girls won the Missoula City Meet at Linda Vista Golf Course Tuesday—snapping the Hellgate streak—while Knights boys secured a three-peat at the event. Missoulian
- ➤ The Montana Grizzlies have started the season on a historic note — Montana safety Diezel Wilkinson said the team will keep improving as more games are played. Missoulian
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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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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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