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Missoula
Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Montana Food Bank Network opened its new 56,000-square-foot facility in Missoula to double its capacity and support 330 partner agencies—this expansion comes amid uncertainty over federal SNAP benefits as the government shutdown delays November aid. The network expects the increased space to help it serve more hungry Montanans while policymakers finalize future food assistance plans. KPAX
- ➤ KYSSMas For Kids will be held on Friday, December 5th to raise funds for local children and organizations through donations, an auction, and community support—aiming to exceed last year's $130K. The event will kick off with a radio-thon at 6:00 a.m. on 94.9 KYSS FM, and businesses or individuals can contribute by donating or bidding on auction items. Newstalk KGVO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missoula County is updating its floodplain maps for the first time in 50 years to show current flood risks along the Clark Fork and Lower Bitterroot rivers — the new maps are online and property owners can get help through the Floodplain Administration Program. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ A climate scientist and forest advocates warned that the proposed Bitterroot Front Project may raise wildfire risks and hurt old-growth forests by allowing commercial logging over 216 square miles and new road construction. They noted that recent fire damage and research show that thinning the forest—meant to reduce fire hazards—could actually lead to more severe wildfires. Missoula Current
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A data breach at Blue Cross Blue Shield Montana has put sensitive medical info and social security numbers of 462,000 customers at risk. The leak first occurred almost a year ago but was only reported to state regulators this month. Missoulian
- ➤ The Missoula Health & Wellness Fair will be held Saturday, October 25 from 11:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m. at the University Center Ballroom on the UM campus and will offer free screenings, immunizations, and wellness demos. Attendees can explore vendor booths for samples and services that support mind—body—spirit. Newstalk KGVO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hunter Peck, a Montana Grizzlies football player and med school hopeful, came back to Montana from Carroll College to play football again while pursuing his dream in medicine. His coaches helped him join the team and his hard work—fueled by family health issues—keeps him pushing toward upcoming med school interviews. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ Florence-Carlton quarterback Brody Duchien is helping lead the Falcons' resurgence in his first year, and he is the younger brother of Montana State quarterback Patrick Duchien. Missoulian
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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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First Friday Celebration at Missoula Symphony Association
Evening — Missoula Symphony Association — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant arts community with music, local art, and handcrafted creations.
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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
7:00-8:30 p.m. — University of Montana - Dennison Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the magic of the beloved ballet, The Nutcracker, this Christmas season.
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Lost & Found
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Missoula Art Museum — Pick-What-You-Pay (Suggested $25) — Experience a dynamic performance featuring four new plays exploring loss and discovery within an art museum setting.
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Lost & Found: Plays on Tap
3-5 p.m. — Missoula Art Museum — Pick-What-You-Pay — Experience four new plays exploring themes of loss and discovery within an art museum setting.
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