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Missoula
Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montana families use blue pumpkin pails to signal that a child may be on the autism spectrum and might need a gentler trick-or-treating exchange — the practice helps neighbors know what to expect during Halloween. The trend underscores efforts to make the holiday safer for all children. Newstalk KGVO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Montana gas prices dropped 4.3¢ last week to an average of $3.02 per gallon + marking a decline of 11.3¢ from a month ago and 15.5¢ from a year ago. The national average fell 2.5¢ to $3.00 per gallon during the same period. KPAX
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge blocked the Knotty Pine logging project in the Kootenai National Forest for violating environmental laws that protect grizzly bears—citing risks from illegal road use. The ruling ordered a review of plans for logging, burning and road building over 7,000 acres in the endangered Cabinet-Yaak zone. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ The University of Montana has experienced a quiet bear season this year as abundant berries kept bears in the wild and new campus garbage rules with a Bear Buffer Zone reduced campus alerts—wildlife officials say a bear was still spotted in the Rattlesnake area. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ A federal judge rejected the Forest Service plan to drop fish poison over Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness to remove nonnative rainbow trout and replace them with Yellowstone cutthroat trout, ruling the project conflicts with the Wilderness Act. Conservationists applauded the decision, which ends a five-year Buffalo Creek Project aimed at altering the area's natural processes—marking a key win for environmental protection. Missoula Current
- ➤ Forestry crews from the U.S. Forest Service, state agencies, and Missoula city and county have worked for a year in Marshall Canyon to thin trees, log brush, and burn piles to lower wildfire risks and boost safe recreation. They plan to continue work this fall and next spring—focusing on fire breaks along ski runs and public lands. Missoula Current
- ➤ Missoula city and county officials worked with federal partners to thin trees in Marshall Canyon this summer, matching efforts on neighboring lands to improve wildfire safety and support recreational use. The teams plan to do more work this fall and next spring while preparing a broadcast burn plan for better forest management — a long-term vision that depends on full landowner cooperation. KPAX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Gianforte promoted Montana products on a trade mission to Korea and Japan this week. He met with business leaders and showcased key exports like wheat, beef, coal + technology while inviting more partnerships to boost jobs and investment in Montana. Missoula Current
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of Montana secured a federal grant of $1.2 million from the Health Resources and Services Administration to fund a three-year initiative—training community health workers in rural Montana through partnerships in Livingston, Helena and Kalispell. This project will teach high school and college students crisis intervention skills to help address the state's severe shortage of mental health providers. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced a recall of over 2 million pounds of Golden Island fire-grilled pork jerky sold at Montana Costco and Sam’s Club stores due to consumer reports of metal fragments—no injuries have been reported and customers should discard or return the product. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ Montana duck hunters are warned about a risk of avian flu as wild waterfowl migrating from the north may carry the virus even when appearing healthy—hunters are advised to wear gloves and avoid birds that seem off to keep safe during the fall hunt. Newstalk KGVO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Grizzlies improved to 8-0 with key plays following their 49-35 win at Hornet Stadium last Friday, when Caleb Otlewski intercepted Sacramento State quarterback Cardell Williams. An ongoing series released a top 10 list that shows historic players like Karl Stein and Mick Dennehy setting records—highlighting decades of defensive strength. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ The No. 4 Montana Grizzlies beat the Sacramento State Hornets in a close game, with Montana’s Michael Wortham saying the team focused on playing its game and getting the job done—emphasizing their steady effort throughout the match. Missoulian
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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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