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Prep SportsMissoula Sentinel girls win the first Class AA soccer title in program historyThe third try was the charm. The Spartans had lost their other two state championship matches, but they beat Gallatin 1-0 on Saturday, Oct. 31, for the program's first Class AA title. Senior Braylee Smith scored off an assist from junior Eliza Ascher, the Bozeman Daily Chronicle reports, and keeper Joslyn Calahan preserved the clean sheet.SwimmingMissoula native Katharine Berkoff breaks the 50m backstroke short course world recordIf you missed it, Missoula's Katharine Berkoff, 25, swam the 50-meter backstroke in 25.21 seconds Thursday at the USA Swimming Short Course World Championship Trials in Westmont, Ill. It's her first individual world record. Regan Smith held the old mark.Griz FootballMontana beats Eastern Washington 42-33 behind 231 receiving yards from Brooks DavisThe Grizzlies snapped their two-game losing streak Saturday at Roos Field in Cheney, Wash. Brooks Davis caught nine passes for three touchdowns, and Eli Gillman scored three times. Keali'i Ah Yat threw for 327 yards and four touchdowns, with two interceptions.EducationSalish Kootenai College plans to become Séliš Ksanka Ql̓ispé UniversitySalish Kootenai College announced Friday that it plans to take the name Séliš Ksanka Ql̓ispé University, pronounced "SEH-leesh k-SAHN-kah qw-leese-PEH," the Missoulian reports. Leaders told KPAX the name recognizes the three tribes on the Flathead Reservation.WeatherRain and mountain snow arrive Sunday as Standard Time returnsStandard Time returns today, so clocks go back an hour, KPAX says. A storm brings a better chance of rain and mountain snow, with highs mainly in the 40s and lower 50s. NonStop Local Montana expects heavy rain and snow across much of the region.

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From KPAX News, Fairfield Sun Times and 12 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. KPAX News1 hour ago

    University of Montana's BBER publishes new study on the economic impacts of data centers, on KPAX News

    The University of Montana’s Bureau of Business and Economic Research (BBER) has now published a study on the economic impacts of data centers, looking at income, taxes and energy usage.

  2. The Missoulian5 hours ago

    Missoula committee recommends new impact fees for Miller Creek neighborhood, on The Missoulian

    In total, the impact fees would generate $5.3 million and help pay for three separate infrastructure projects

  3. Billings Gazette12 hours ago

    Photos: Missoula Sentinel boys soccer captures Class AA title with win over Bozeman, on Billings Gazette

    Photos from the State AA boys soccer championship game between Missoula Sentinel and Bozeman on Saturday, Oct. 31 in Missoula.

  4. MontanaSports.com14 hours ago

    Missoula Sentinel boys make it a Spartan sweep with State AA soccer championship, on MontanaSports.com

    The Missoula Sentinel boys made it a sweep for the school Saturday night, scoring two second-half goals in a 2-0 championship win over Bozeman at Fort Missoula.

  5. NBC Montana15 hours ago

    Sentinel claims first girls soccer title in school history, on NBC Montana

    It was a moment that was decades in the making.The Missoula Sentinel Spartans claimed their first girls’ soccer title in program history on Saturday, besting Ga

  6. KPAX News18 hours ago

    KPAX Missoula Area Weather: Rain and mountain snow as we "fall back" on Sunday, on KPAX News

    Our latest storm is making its way into the northern Rockies at this time, and that will bring more chances for rain and mountain snow on Sunday. Don't forget to "fall back" an hour to Standard Time!

  7. Ravalli Republic19 hours ago

    Photos: Missoula Sentinel girls soccer wins Class AA title over Bozeman Gallatin, on Ravalli Republic

    Photos from the State AA girls soccer championship game between Missoula Sentinel and Bozeman Gallatin on Saturday, Oct. 31 in Missoula.

  8. MontanaSports.com20 hours ago

    Missoula Sentinel girls claim 1st State AA soccer title in program history with 1-0 win over Gallatin, on MontanaSports.com

    Missoula Sentinel, which had lost in its other two state championship match appearances, claimed the first Class AA girls soccer state title in program history Saturday with a 1-0 win over Gallatin.

  9. The Missoulian22 hours ago

    We care: Disabled person needs help for vehicle repairs, on The Missoulian

    A middle-aged woman on a very low income is in need of assistance with her emotional support animal.

  10. The MissoulianYesterday

    Día de los Muertos events planned for downtown Missoula, on The Missoulian

    The nonprofit Headwaters Foundation's Confluence Center is hosting a traditional celebration for the fourth year in a row in the alley next to the Top Hat.

  11. Ravalli RepublicYesterday

    Día de los Muertos events planned for downtown Missoula (copy), on Ravalli Republic

    The nonprofit Headwaters Foundation's Confluence Center is hosting a traditional celebration for the fourth year in a row in the alley next to the Top Hat.

  12. NBC MontanaYesterday

    UM faces must win stretch test at Eastern Washington, on NBC Montana

    The University of Montana Grizzlies return from its bye week needing a win to steady its playoff hopes and end a two-game losing streak.The No. 14 Grizzlies are

  13. Montana OutdoorYesterday

    Montana Deer and Elk Regulations 2026: A Field Checklist Before You Trip Over the Changes That’ll Cost You, on Montana Outdoor

    Montana deer and elk regulations 2026 have key changes hunters need to know — tag deadlines, check stations, APRs, and grizzly reporting by district.

  14. The MissoulianYesterday

    'It reflects who we are': Salish Kootenai College plans to change its name, on The Missoulian

    Salish Kootenai College announced the planned transition from Salish Kootenai College to Séliš Ksanka Ql̓ispé University Friday. The new name is pronounced "SEH-leesh k-SAHN-kah qw-leese-PEH."

  15. The Independent RecordYesterday

    Field of Screams marks 27 years in Bitterroot, on The Independent Record

    MISSOULA — Ethan Kirkland, the manager of Field of Screams in the Bitterroot Valley between Victor and Hamilton, is always dreaming up new ways he and his team can entertain, scare or gross out the visitors to the massive haunted maze.

  16. The Independent RecordYesterday

    Hunters kill two grizzlies in Missoula County in case of 'mistaken identity', on The Independent Record

    MISSOULA — Hunters shot and killed two female grizzlies in an incident of mistaken identity in Missoula County this month, according to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks.

  17. Ravalli RepublicOct. 30

    Missoula Big Sky buckles down in playoff opener, excited to play at Great Falls CMR next week, on Ravalli Republic

    The Missoula Big Sky football team will try to shoot for a return trip to the Class AA playoff semifinals when they head to Great Falls CMR next Friday.

  18. MontanaSports.comOct. 30

    Class AA playoffs: Gallatin, Missoula Big Sky, Great Falls join Bozeman in quarterfinals, on MontanaSports.com

    Here is a roundup of scores and highlights from Class AA football action across Montana on Friday night.

  19. The MissoulianOct. 30

    The Blitz: Montana high school football highlights (Oct. 30), on The Missoulian

    Highlights from the first round of the playoffs in Montana in high school football.

  20. Montana OutdoorOct. 30

    Backing the Crew That Backs Us: Every Ticket Gives Twice, on Montana Outdoor

    Missoula Firefighters Local 271 is holding its annual raffle to support community charities, featuring a three-day guided elk hunt as the grand prize. With only 260 tickets available at $50 each, participants have good odds of winning. Other prizes include a popular elk knife and OnX Hunt memberships. Tickets can be purchased online or through social media.

  21. KPAX NewsOct. 30

    Chin Chinese restaurant opening in Lolo soon, on KPAX News

    The former Bamboo Gardens on Tyler Way and Highway 93 will soon be home to Chin Chinese, which will open in early November.

  22. KPAX NewsOct. 30

    Using community to fight cancer, on KPAX News

    College student Ashling Bowen shares her thyroid cancer journey and how Cancer Support Community provided support, connection and hope.

  23. NBC MontanaOct. 30

    Light showers this evening; next storm system moves in on Halloween night with rain, snow, on NBC Montana

    Light showers are moving through the region this afternoon, but little impact or rain accumulations are expected. Daytime highs will warm into the 40s and 50s w

  24. NBC MontanaOct. 30

    Pirates, candy and a Hi-Chew surprise: Montana’s Halloween trends, on NBC Montana

    MISSOULA, Mont. —Montana’s Halloween candy and costume trends have a few surprises this year. Hi-Chew stood out in a national analysis of candy purchases, while

  25. MontanaSports.comOct. 30

    Fresh off bye week, No. 14 Montana hits road for red-turf challenge at Eastern Washington, on MontanaSports.com

    After a week off, the Montana Grizzlies are officially back as they head over to Cheney, Wash., on Saturday to take on a regional rival in the Eastern Washington Eagles.

  26. KTVQOct. 30

    With new 1-year deal, Montana AD Kent Haslam weighs passions, criticisms of Griz Nation, on KTVQ

    Now working under the terms of a new one-year contract he signed in early September, Montana athletic director Kent Haslam says he isn’t bothered by criticism that comes with the job.

  27. NonStop Local MontanaOct. 30

    NonStop Local Vista Flights, on NonStop Local Montana

    NonStop Local's Vista Flights is sponsored by Grizzly Disposal and Recycling

  28. The MissoulianOct. 30

    Starting Nov. 1, SNAP can’t be used to buy candy, soda or energy drinks in Montana, on The Missoulian

    The restrictions will hit the roughly 71,700 people in the state enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and the retailers that accept the benefit as payment.

  29. The MissoulianOct. 30

    City Council to ink $400K contract for new Missoula Northside playground, on The Missoulian

    A portion of the park costs will be paid for by a $900,000 federal grant awarded to the city from the state of Montana in May.

  30. 94.9 KYSS FMOct. 30

    The Brewers Won the World Series. I Cried, Hugged Strangers and Missed My Flight., on 94.9 KYSS FM

    The Milwaukee Brewers won the World Series, and I spent thousands to witness it in person. Here's why this unforgettable baseball experience was worth every penny.

  31. Newstalk KGVOOct. 30

    The Brewers Won the World Series. I Cried, Hugged Strangers and Missed My Flight., on Newstalk KGVO

    I flew from Montana to see the Brewers win it all. What happened after the final out made the trip unforgettable.

  32. Missoula CurrentOct. 30

    Mountain State Poll shows close race for federal office, on Missoula Current

    Montana’s two most talked about federal races — for the U.S. Senate and western U.S. House seat — are still competitive, based on a poll conducted by Montana State University-Billings in October.

  33. The MissoulianOct. 30

    Feud erupts between Missoula judges, county attorney over crime, jail costs, homelessness, on The Missoulian

    "I've never seen three judges go on the attack like that for political purposes until now," said Missoula County Attorney Matt Jennings.

  34. The Independent RecordOct. 30

    Missoula swimmer Katharine Berkoff sets world record at Short Course Championships Trials, on The Independent Record

    Missoula native Katharine Berkoff set a world record at the World Short Course Championships Trials this week in Illinois.

  35. The MissoulianOct. 30

    Hellgate runner Miles Miller voted Missoulian Athlete of the Week, on The Missoulian

    Missoula Hellgate's Miles Miller voted area high school Athlete of the Week

  36. Missoula CurrentOct. 30

    Viewpoint: Statute, precedent matter in Justice of the Peace race, on Missoula Current

    Colin FitzMaurice writes, "Kelli Sather is trained to interpret statutes, apply precedent, and understand the boundaries of judicial authority."

In brief

The short notes of Good Day Missoula’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • PlayoffsMissoula Big Sky beat Billings Skyview 35-14 in the first round of the Class AA football playoffs Friday, Oct.

    Missoula Big Sky beat Billings Skyview 35-14 in the first round of the Class AA football playoffs Friday, Oct. 30. Quarterfinals are Fri., Nov. 6: Gallatin at Missoula Sentinel, and Missoula Big Sky at Great Falls CMR.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: MontanaSports.com

  • GrizzliesHunters shot and killed two female grizzlies in Missoula County this month in a case of mistaken identity, according to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks.

    Hunters shot and killed two female grizzlies in Missoula County this month in a case of mistaken identity, according to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: The Independent Record

  • LoloChin Chinese opens Nov. 10 in the former Bamboo Gardens at Tyler Way and Highway 93.

    Chin Chinese opens Nov. 10 in the former Bamboo Gardens at Tyler Way and Highway 93. It's open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 8 p.m.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: KPAX News

  • DowntownThe Headwaters Foundation's Confluence Center is hosting Día de los Muertos events for the fourth year in a row in the alley next to the Top Hat.

    The Headwaters Foundation's Confluence Center is hosting Día de los Muertos events for the fourth year in a row in the alley next to the Top Hat.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: The Missoulian