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The University of Montana removed a business professor — who allegedly fired a weapon outside a Florence bar — after he was charged with felony criminal endangerment.

The University of Montana dismissed business professor Anthony Richard Pawlisz after he was charged with criminal endangerment for allegedly pulling a gun on another man during a bar altercation in Florence on Aug.

17 — witnesses said he fired a shot into the air before pointing the handgun at the man.

This weekend in Montana will feature Halloween on Friday for the first time since 2014 and Montana Millionaire lottery tickets on sale Saturday at 5:30 a.m.—bringing excitement to communities statewide.

Clocks will be set back Sunday at 2 a.m.—marking the end of Daylight Saving Time and a shift toward standard time.

Montana ranchers Kyle and Lee Kelly at Paws Up Ranch have combined Corriente cattle with virtual fencing technology — which warns and then shocks cows that stray—to protect their Angus herd from predators and cut costs during a severe drought in the Blackfoot River valley.

They now pay about 40% of the cost of physical fencing mandated by the BLM while other local ranchers are showing interest in this flexible system for improved emergency response.

New U.S. border rules may cost Canadian snowbirds nearly $1,000 in extra fees for paperwork—rules that add extra travel authorizations and tracking systems.

Montana border towns that rely on Canadian spending may see fewer visitors as higher costs change travel plans.

New data shows that in 2024, full-time working women in Montana earned 83 cents for every dollar that men earned, up from 77 cents in 2012 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Comparisons with other states show that Montana's gap is similar to Rhode Island and Kansas while gaps in South Dakota, Wyoming and Idaho are greater—this persistent difference highlights the ongoing wage gap.

After Wildlife Services reported signs of wild pigs in Phillips County, state officials trapped about 100 swine showing feral behavior near Malta.

On Oct 18, Montana food banks received between 8,000 and 14,000 pounds of pork from Producer Partnership—a nonprofit USDA-inspected facility—while trapping operations continue.

The Department of Public Health and Human Services confirmed that SNAP benefits for nearly 78,000 Montanans will not be issued on November 1 due to the federal shutdown, leaving local food banks to brace for a surge in demand—especially in small communities facing economic challenges. Missoula pantries have already begun increasing their supplies to help those affected by the delay.

The 2026 Montana Grizzlies football schedule adds new Big Sky teams—Southern Utah and Utah Tech—and features a road game at Oregon State on September 19 with the season set to open on August 29.

Key matchups include a homecoming on October 3 and the rivalry game with Montana State, setting up fresh challenges after an undefeated 2025 season.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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