Friday, December 13th, 2024

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Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Red's Bar in Missoula is holding its annual Christmas gift-wrapping event to raise donations for a local 5-year-old boy facing serious medical challenges and his family's medical bills. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ Missoula plans to sell White Pine Park to fund a new larger park to accommodate the rapid growth of the north Missoula neighborhood, aiming to improve the park-to-resident ratio. Missoula Current
- ➤ Several Missoula restaurants confirmed they will be open on Christmas Day, offering a variety of meal services. Missoulian
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash on Interstate 90 in Missoula County disrupted westbound traffic, but has since been cleared with traffic flow returning to normal. MontanaRightNow
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Audrey Bird, a 37-year-old from Missoula and mother of three, was allegedly killed by James Edward Brown, who has a history of domestic violence charges stretching over three decades. Missoulian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A burger from Wally and Buck in Missoula, Montana, was highlighted as one of the best in the country by Food and Wine. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ The television show 'Yellowstone' has significantly impacted the ranching landscape in Montana by attracting newcomers and inflating land prices, posing challenges for local ranchers like Buddy Cheff. Missoulian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Montana's School of Business integrates the SPIN Selling technique into its curriculum to equip students with essential sales skills for successful careers. Newstalk KGVO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana groups initiate a study for wildlife crossings on I-90 near Missoula to safeguard animals and reduce vehicle collisions. Montana Public Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Supreme Court allowed a lower court's injunction against a 2023 law banning gender-affirming care for minors to remain, continuing the legal challenge over its constitutionality. Missoula Current
SPORTS NEWS
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Missoula SantaCon 2024: A Jolly Celebration
Missoula SantaCon 2024 promises a festive atmosphere where attendees can enjoy a day of merriment and holiday spirit.
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Certified Food Protection Manager Training in Missoula, Montana
This training session offers an opportunity for food industry professionals to achieve their Certified Food Protection Manager certification while engaging in important discussions about the current state of the food and beverage community.
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Stevensville vs. Valley Christian Varsity Basketball Game
The Valley Christian varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference match against Stevensville.
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A Christmas Story: The Musical
This musical adaptation of the beloved 1983 film follows young Ralphie Parker as he navigates the challenges of childhood during the Christmas season in 1940s Indiana.
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Kwanzaa Celebration in Missoula
Celebrate Kwanzaa with community festivities in Missoula from December 26th to January 1st.
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Uncle Lucius Live Performance
Uncle Lucius will be performing live at Top Hat in Missoula, showcasing their unique blend of folk and rock music.
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Dead Sky Concert in Missoula
Experience a live concert featuring Dead Sky at the Top Hat in Missoula, Montana.
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Absolutely Saturday Dance Party with DJ Kris Moon
Experience a lively night of dancing with DJ Kris Moon at The Badlander in Downtown Missoula.
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