Good morning, Missoula.

A theater group from Havre performed its original play 'The Harvest' at the Chain Theater in NYC during November and earned praise from the Wall Street Journal; the troupe is preparing proposals for larger productions in New York.

UM student James Straw, a former Marine sniper diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, became the university’s 5th Marshall Scholar and graduated this spring + he will pursue graduate study in the U.K for two years.

The University of Montana honored over 1,000 graduates who walked the stage at the Adams Center on Friday during the Fall 2025 commencement ceremony, marking an important milestone for local students.

Sip & Sketch: Create a Phenology Wheel

Phenology is the study of change in the natural world – when flowers bloom and go to seed, when birds migrate, when the snow falls, and so much more. Taking a few minutes each day to observe and record these changes can add up to something truly beautiful over time, and there’s no better time than just before the beginning of a new year!

Sip & Sketch: Create a Phenology Wheel

Phenology is the study of change in the natural world – when flowers bloom and go to seed, when birds migrate, when the snow falls, and so much more. Taking a few minutes each day to observe and record these changes can add up to something truly beautiful over time, and there’s no better time than just before the beginning of a new year!

Hellgate Venture Network Holiday Party

5-7 p.m. — Goodworks Ventures — Complimentary beverages — Celebrate the season with great company and festive treats.

Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

8:30-9:29 p.m. — Missoula Children's Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons.