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Saturday, October 25th, 2025
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Missoula’s annual S.O.S. Fair starts today at the fairgrounds with a drop-off for used winter gear from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the sale will run tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.—locals can swap items like skis, boots, and snowboards while the event supports the Snowbowl Ski Patrol amid Montana’s recession. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ The Montana Food Bank Network recently unveiled its new $13.5M headquarters on Alloy North Road in Missoula+ the move comes as inflation drags on and affects project costs. Missoulian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montana’s Superintendent of Public Instruction sent a letter on Monday reminding school districts to follow House Bill 819, which limits flag displays on public property to official government flags. Billings said it will enforce the law despite Missoula and Bozeman adopting the pride flag as their official city flag — teachers are expected to follow the state mandate. KPAX
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks released its 2025 hunting season forecast that shows elk, deer, and pronghorn numbers will vary by region (some areas benefited from a mild winter while others are still recovering). Hunters are advised to secure access early and review regulations as conditions shift. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ The City of Missoula has released a new stormwater plan to protect its sole source aquifer by prioritizing the replacement of the 10 most critical dry wells—an effort that will also explore green infrastructure to filter runoff from hard surfaces. KPAX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State regulators are hosting listening sessions to gather public input on proposed greenhouse gas rules that will guide agencies in following a court order from a landmark climate case—comments are being accepted. Missoulian
- ➤ Gov. Greg Gianforte promoted Montana products during his trade mission to Korea and Japan, where he met with business leaders to discuss growing trade in agriculture, energy and technology. He highlighted Montana exports—wheat, beef and coal—and urged further international investment to boost local jobs. KPAX
- ➤ Missoula installed new traffic lights at Orange and Wyoming to ease delays for drivers — local residents have urged the city to add signals on Reserve Street and at train crossings for improved safety. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ Missoula city is updating the Grant Creek Restoration Project to shrink the floodplain from 103 acres to 10 acres and to expand stormwater treatment for better water quality. Mountain Line will use a federal grant to build a new bus facility outside the floodplain—this move aims to ease congestion at its current 22-acre site. MontanaRightNow
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Missoula Hellgate clinched a playoff berth with a win that coach Paffhausen said was for their coach — the team will push ahead in its culture-changing season. They will build on the momentum as they aim for further playoff success. Missoulian
- ➤ Montana's soccer team clinched its third consecutive Big Sky regular-season title with a 1-0 win over Portland State after Maddie Ditta scored a decisive penalty kick (the first three-peat in league history). They finished the season with an 11-3-3 record and will head into the Big Sky tournament as the No. 1 seed (the tournament starts Nov. 5 at South Campus Stadium in Missoula). Missoula Current
- ➤ On Friday, Missoula Hellgate earned a State AA quarterfinal win in boys soccer with Shefloe's heroics—sending them to the semifinals as Kalispell Glacier also secured a win. Their semifinal opponents will be decided today. Missoulian
- ➤ Montana Grizzly football beat Sacramento State 49-35 last Friday night—coming back from an early deficit with Michael Wortham scoring three touchdowns—and advanced to an 8-0 record as Sacramento State prepares for a move to the FBS. Montana will meet Weber State on November 1 at 1:00 p.m. Newstalk KGVO
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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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Nurse Blake: Comedy and Advocacy
8-9:30 p.m. — University of Montana - Dennison Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the humor and heartfelt storytelling of Nurse Blake, a beloved figure in the healthcare community.
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Stayin Alive - Bee Gees Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — University of Montana - Dennison Theatre — Cost not specified — Relive the magic of the Bee Gees with their iconic hits in this captivating tribute show.
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