Archive for the ‘Media’ Category

Missoula Story of the Week: Missoula College Expansion

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the controversy around the Missoula College of Technology expansion.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: National Meth Awareness Day

By TOM DIDDEL - Meth use in Montana has declined dramatically since 2005. National Meth Awareness Day aims to continue the trend through education.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Ski Season Starts in Montana

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's Western Montana's early winter storms and the start of ski season.... more

Santa Claus Comes to Missoula on Friday, Nov. 16

Welcome Santa to Missoula this Friday! Santa makes his arrival in Missoula at Southgate Mall with fanfare, goodies, and dancing on Friday, Nov. 16 at 6 p.m.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Montanans Helping with Hurricane Sandy Relief

By TOM DIDDEL - Montanans see their share of natural disasters, so our state realizes the importance of coming together and helping neighbors when times get tough.... more

The 2nd Annual Ride for Tanner Rail Jam in Caras Park

This Saturday, Nov. 3, the 2nd annual Ride for Tanner Rail Jam will bring big air and big fun to Caras Park. All proceeds go to benefit the construction of a new BMX park.... more

Missoula-Based Legal Atlas a Top Three Finalist for International Award

It was announced this morning that Legal Atlas, a Missoula-based startup, is one of the top three finalists for the international Innovating Justice Award.... more

Missoula’s Iconic Top Hat Set to Undergo Major Renovation After Sale

By KELLEN BECK - Although emotions around the sale of the Top Hat in Missoula are high, its former owner has confidence in the new owner and hopes for a bright future.... more

Honoring Life & Death at the Missoula Festival of the Dead

The Festival of the Dead includes a month of arts workshops, events, and performances, culminating in a traditional Dia de los Muertos processional down Higgins.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: The Tribulations of Jason Christ

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's medical marijuana activist Jason Christ being banned from the UM campus.... more

Get in the Halloween Spirit at the Haunted Dragon Hollow

Looking for a haunted house in Missoula? The haunting of Dragon Hollow continues this Thursday, Oct. 25, through next Monday, Oct. 29, from 6 to 9 p.m. each evening.... more

Press Release: Flathead Lake Brewing Company Temporarily Closes

On Oct. 6, a flood caused extensive damage to the Flathead Lake Brewing Company and Sapore. When the building reopens, both businesses will merge into one entity.... more

Smoky Health Concerns: Is 2012 the Worst Smoke Season Ever?

By BEN SCHMIDT - With the long wildfire season, people are asking the Missoula City-County Health Department how it compares, and is it the worse smoke season ever?... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Credit Card Theft in Missoula

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's a case of credit card theft and the resultant criminal spending spree in Missoula.... more

Press Release: Missoula-Based Legal Atlas Contends for International Award

The Innovating Justice Forum in The Hague, Netherlands has nominated Missoula-based Legal Atlas for its innovative ideas award. The public can vote thru October 8.... more

Missoula Children and Nature Presents National Public Lands Day

Missoula Children and Nature (MCN) and Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks invite kids and families to visit Montana’s newest state park for a day of kid-friendly activities.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: The Smoke Continues…

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the persistent drought and wildfire smoke plaguing Western Montana.... more

Calling All Divas! Join the All-Women’s 5K Run on Missoula Diva Day

By SUE FALSEY - This year's Diva Day festivities begin at 9:30 on October 6 with the All-Women's 5K. Costumes are encouraged, so prepare to be fabulous!... more

Get Fit and Have Fun with National Run@Work Day

By EVA DUNN-FROEBIG - At noon on Friday, Sept. 21, local employers will host group runs/walks to celebrate national Run@Work Day, with help from Run Wild Missoula.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Trouble on Campus

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the search for man who allegedly assaulted and robbed a woman on campus.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Medical Marijuana Activist Sentenced

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the sentencing of medical marijuana activist Tom Daubert.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Bigfoot Killed on Highway 93

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's a man who was struck and killed on Highway 93 while dressed as Bigfoot.... more

Press Release: Highlights from New Belgium Brewing’s Missoula Clips of Faith

New Belgium Brewing’s Missoula Clips of Faith stop raised more than $4,600 for Bike/Walk Alliance for Missoula. Check out the photos and highlights from the event.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: A High-Speed Bike Chase

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the valiant action of a Missoula Police Officer during a bike chase.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Montana Summer Wild Fires

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the intense heat inflaming dozens of wildfires all over Western Montana.... more

Press Release: Open Aid Alliance Rockin’ Race for AIDS Awareness

The 2nd Annual Rockin’ Race for AIDS Awareness will take place on Saturday, August 18. The 5k/10k road race features 9 local bands to benefit HIV/AIDS programs.... more

AT&T Expands Mobile Internet Coverage in Huson, Condon & Kalispell

To support growing demand for mobile devices, AT&T launched 3 new mobile Internet cell sites in Montana for better coverage for local residents and businesses. ... more

Meet Your Neighbor David Lewis at the Stevensville Creamery Picnic

August 3-5 Montanans can learn about the local dairy industry and meet local dairy farmers, like David Lewis and his family, at the Stevensville Creamery Picnic and Milk Run.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Summer River Fatalities

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the string of summer drowning fatalities on the Clark Fork River.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Bad to the Bovine

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the mysterious case of bovine destruction in the Flathead Valley.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Bad Courtroom Behavior

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the Florence man who showed us how not to act in front of a Missoula judge.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Buy a Montana Town

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the upcoming auction of Pray, Montana in the Paradise Valley.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Montana Supreme Court Reviews Marijuana Laws

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the Montana Supreme Court's review of state medical marijuana laws.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Willard Alternative School Graduation

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the graduation of 88 students from Missoula's Willard Alternative School.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Dangerous Spring Runoff Waters

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, warm weather and a fast runoff have created high, unpredictable river levels.... more

Coal Trains Cause Concern for Missoula Citizens

By MARK BOATMAN - As more coal trains run through Missoula from the Powder River Basin, some citizens are voicing concern over increased pollution and noise.... more

City Council Member Has Long Road to U.S. House

By ERIK ANDERSON - City Councilman Dave Strohmaier wants to be Montana’s next congressman, without having to run against his hometown of Missoula.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Orange Street Food Farm

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most interesting or unusual story in Missoula. This week, Orange Street Food Farm got a new door, courtesy of a minivan.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Missoula Under National Scrutiny

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the national investigation of the handling of local sexual assault cases.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Pertussis Outbreak in the Bitterroot

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the pertussis outbreak in Ravalli County that's forced school closures.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: UM Football Harassment Complaint

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the federal harassment complaint lodged against the UM football team.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Medical Marijuana Arrests

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the federal arrests of several Montana medical marijuana providers.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: University of Montana Athletics

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the dismissal of UM football coach Robin Pflugrad and AD Jim O'Day.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Info Needed on Burglaries

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of the past week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the recent burglaries in downtown Missoula that need info from the public.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: House Fire Victims Need Support

By TOM DIDDEL - A house fire engulfed a home in Target Range Thursday morning and took the life of an 11-year-old boy. A donation fund has been set up to help the family.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Wolf Hunting in Montana

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of this week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's wolf hunting in Montana and the controversy that surrounds it.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: Montana Judge Richard Cebull

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of this week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's Montana judge Richard Cebull's inflammatory email about President Obama.... more

Missoula Story of the Week: The Foresters’ Ball

By TOM DIDDEL - A recap of this week's most talked-about story in Missoula. This week, it's the UM Foresters' Ball and President Engstrom's call for changes to the fundraiser.... more

Zane Lamprey’s ‘Drinking Made Easy, Missoula’ Airs February 29

By RYAN NEWHOUSE - On February 29, Drinking Made Easy's Zane and Steve will air the exploits from their trip to our own little Garden City of Missoula.... more

Who Will Save Rock ‘n Roll?

By BOB WIRE - This year’s Grammy Awards was a bi-polar, hit-or-miss showcase of Gaga proportions. Real and fake, young and old, it was all on display.... more