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Missoula council approves ADUs Play Video
May 7, 2013 9:15 AM
MISSOULA - The contentious debate over Accessory Dwelling Units, also known as "granny apartments," came to an end on Monday night as the Missoula City Council voted 7-5 in favor of allowing ADUs in the city. The city council chamber was sparsely filled with opponents and supporters who came... more » -
Big Sky finishes 2nd to West at Dahlberg Track Invite
April 20, 2013 10:57 PM
BUTTE - The West High Golden Bears won the annual Swede Dahlberg Track and Field Invitational Saturday, the only annual event that matches all 14 of the AA schools against one another before the state meet. West scored 78 points to beat Missoula Big Sky by three. Nick Jackson... more » -
Missoula County approves new precinct boundaries Play Video
March 28, 2013 9:02 AM
MISSOULA - Missoula County voters may see some changes in their election precincts this fall, after county commissioners approved new boundaries stemming from the 2010 Census. The state and its counties must re-align election precincts every 10 years to match the new census figures, making sure the boundaries and... more » -
Weather Forecast: Now this is more like it!
March 26, 2013 8:54 AM
MISSOULA - High pressure will make for another beautiful day across western Montana on Tuesday. Expect plenty of sunshine, especially for the first half of the day, with temps in the upper 40s and 50s. Clouds will increase this afternoon across mostly southwest Montana. Overnight lows will sit slightly... more » -
Fan send-off planned for Griz men in Missoula
March 18, 2013 5:09 PM
MISSOULA - Fans are invited to cheer on the Montana men's basketball team as it departs for San Jose on Tuesday to play in the 2013 NCAA tournament. The team bus will depart from the south end of Washington-Grizzly Stadium at 10:30 a.m., and will travel over the Madison... more » -
PTSD diagnosis question at Johnson rape trial
February 28, 2013 3:42 PM
MISSOULA - During the eleventh day of the rape trial of suspended University of Montana quarterback Jordan Johnson the defense called on a medical doctor specializing in psychiatry. Dr. Will Stratford said the accuser's counselor didn't have sufficient criteria to diagnose the woman with PTSD, adding that the counselor... more » -
Defense presenting case in Jordan Johnson rape trial Play Video
February 26, 2013 9:17 AM
MISSOULA - The prosecution rested Monday, and suspended University of Montana quarterback Jordan Johnson, who is accused of rape, took the witness stand in his own defense. Johnson told the jury he wanted them to hear his side of the story because he's waited a long time to tell... more » -
Testimony continues in Jordan Johnson rape tiral
February 22, 2013 3:43 PM
MISSOULA - During day eight of the rape trail of suspended University of Montana quarterback Jordan Johnson, prosecutors continued the playing the interview from last May when Johnson gave police his side of the story. Johnson cried as he told detectives that he didn't care about football and said... more » -
Western Montana students compete in MATHCOUNTS Play Video
February 12, 2013 11:14 PM
MISSOULA - If there were 118 students from 13 schools, what would the average number of students be from each school? Not everyone could tell you off the top of their head. But some Montana middle school students could certainly figure it out, and without a calculator. Tuesday... more » -
Monte Dolack creates painting for new state plate Play Video
February 12, 2013 10:47 PM
MISSOULA - A special moment between a dog and his owner has been captured forever by the talents of Missoula's best known artist, and now it can grace state license plates for a good cause. On a summer day, five years ago, Monte Dolack was taking photos on the... more » -
Packed house at Missoula School Board meeting
February 12, 2013 10:10 PM
MISSOULA - An overflow crowd gathered at Sentinel High School Tuesday evening at the Missoula County Public Schools Board meeting. The meeting was moved to the high school to accommodate the large number of people who wanted to attend, and a long line of people unable to get into... more » -
Speed limit change coming to busy Missoula road Play Video
February 12, 2013 2:59 PM
MISSOULA - Missoula drivers need to prepared to slow down on a stretch of one of Missoula's busiest streets. City officials have announced that the speed limit on Brooks Street, between Dore Lane and Buckhouse Bridge, is dropping to 35 mph later this week. City crews will start... more » -
Missoula looks to future of recycling Play Video
February 12, 2013 12:23 PM
MISSOULA - If something is really important to you, you'll generally find a way to make it happen, and such is the case with recycling. But sorting your trash then finding the right place to donate it isn't always easy in a rural state like Montana as Jill Valley... more » -
Teachers decry raise for MCPS' Apostle Play Video
January 17, 2013 10:08 AM
MISSOULA - Teachers who are upset over the recent pay raise for Missoula Public County Schools Superintendent Alex Apostle gave the school finance committee an earful during a Wednesday meeting. Several teachers gathered at the School Board's Finance and Operations Committee meeting early Wednesday afternoon to publicly express their... more » -
MCPS superintendent's raise stirs emotions Play Video
January 16, 2013 9:07 AM
MISSOULA - The Missoula County Public School district is calling it a salary adjustment. Superintendent Alex Apostle's new contract takes him from $155,000 a year to $200,000 by 2014, a 29% raise. While some question the move, others say it's money well spent as reporter Cristy Aranguiz found... more » -
MCPS raise for Apostle stirs emotions Play Video
January 15, 2013 7:05 PM
MISSOULA - Some Missoula County Public Schools teachers are fired up over the renewal of Superintendent Alex Apostle's contract, a deal that will take his salary to $200,000 a year by 2015. The Missoula County School Board held a special meeting on Monday evening to talk about Dr. Apostle's... more » -
Joslyn's Cardinal top Elle's Lady Bulldogs Play Video
December 2, 2012 11:57 PM
SPOKANE - The battle of the Tinkle sisters went in favor of the elder on Sunday as the number one ranked Stanford Cardinal topped Gonzaga 69-41. Joslyn Tinkle poured in 16 points for Stanford adding 8 rebounds and 2 blocks in the victory as younger sister Elle Tinkle played... more » -
East Missoula volunteer firefighters train for emergencies Play Video
September 5, 2012 4:07 PM
EAST MISSOULA- There are more than one million firefighters in the United States, and 70 percent are volunteers, according to the National Fire Protection Association . Some of those volunteers include 15 volunteer firefighters with the East Missoula Rural Fire Department who are dedicated to the service they provide... more » -
Downtown Missoula bar and grill shutting its doors Play Video
August 25, 2012 10:34 PM
MISSOULA- A downtown bar and grill will close its doors after 2½ years to make room for another business after the building owners decided not to renew The Central Bar and Grill's lease. One customer is unsure where he'll go when The Central, on 143 West Broadway Street, closes... more » -
More court motions made in Missoula rape case
August 22, 2012 1:12 PM
MISSOULA- Motions in the rape case against former University of Montana quarterback Jordan Johnson continued on Wednesday morning in a Missoula courtroom. In reply to the defenses' motion to drop the rape charge against Johnson, prosecutors asked the court not to dismiss the charge. The defense asked for... more » -
Marshall Mountain owners pay debt, auction called off Play Video
August 21, 2012 9:58 AM
MISSOULA- The owner of the former Missoula ski hill which was set to hit the auction block on Tuesday says it won't be up for bid after all. The Internal Revenue Service planned to start the bidding Tuesday morning on Marshall Mountain at $230,000, but Marshall Mountain owner Bruce... more » -
Robbed teen reports fighting thieves in Missoula
August 18, 2012 7:50 PM
MISSOULA- A 15-year-old boy was allegedly robbed Friday night, but then fought to get his wallet back, according to the Missoula County Sheriff's Office. Sergeant Robert Kennedy said just before 10:00 p.m. on Clements Road, the victim was approached by a man who asked for change for a $20... more » -
A day dedicated to pets in Missoula Play Video
August 18, 2012 7:46 PM
MISSOULA- Caras Park is always buzzing with activity in the summertime, but on Saturday the focus was not on human, but on our four-legged friends. The seventh annual Pet Fest promoted responsible pet ownership. Several different animal shelters from across Montana brought pets available for adoption. Missoula Animal Control... more » -
Firefighters fill their boots for a cause Play Video
August 18, 2012 7:31 PM
MISSOULA- Missoula firefighters filled their boots with cash Saturday as they asked for donations for a good cause. Every year, off-duty firemen set up in various spots around the city to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association . The MDA website says more than 1 million Americans... more » -
Cause of Missoula house fire still being investigated
August 16, 2012 3:22 PM
MISSOULA- Investigators are still looking into what caused a Missoula home to catch on fire Wednesday afternoon. The Missoula Fire Department responded to a home in the 6200 block of Longview Drive around 1 p.m., and when firefighters arrived on the scene, they could see flames and smoke coming... more » -
Sponsors of Vietnam Wall see display important to all generations Play Video
August 16, 2012 11:27 AM
MISSOULA- The sponsors of this week's display of the replica Vietnam Veteran's Memorial believe the event is important for not only veterans, but carrying the message of that war forward to new generations. The "Wall That Heals" is in Missoula for a four day display, the only time it... more » -
Missoula shooting contest helps good cause
August 5, 2012 10:31 AM
MISSOULA- The Deer Creek Shooting Center playing host to an event that's giving back to the Wounded Warriors program while also giving gun enthusiasts a place to target their interests. This marks the ninth year that Bob Ward and Son's has hosted the Shooters Weekend and on Saturday, folks... more » -
Griz football player pleads "no contest" in plea deal
August 1, 2012 4:25 PM
MISSOULA- A University of Montana football player, who was once accused of DUI pleaded "no contest" to a lesser charge on Wednesday. Brian Maus was charged in February after investigators say he drove off the road, rolled his pickup truck and nearly hit a nearby home on Hillview Way.... more » -
Missoula Kids Fest a hit Play Video
July 31, 2012 4:08 PM
MISSOULA- Tuesday was all about having fun in the sun at a family festival downtown, and the best part of the deal is that it was free! The summer celebration known as Kids Fest had something for youngsters of any age and Missoula Parks and Recreation turned Caras Park... more » -
Mountain Water seeking rate hike
July 30, 2012 5:12 PM
MISSOULA- The Mountain Water Company has filed an application with the Montana Public Service Commission to increase rates for water service to its Missoula customers by $919,100 or 5.09%. The increase rates for water service would apply to all Missoula area customers with the company saying that the new... more » -
Missoula County moves to 'very high' fire danger
July 30, 2012 1:20 PM
MISSOULA- The continued hot and dry weather has prompted officials to bump up the fire danger in Missoula County to very high. The Missoula County Fire Protection Association, the Missoula County Office of Emergency Management and Missoula City/County Health Department announced the change goes into effect immediately. The... more » -
Armed man robs Missoula motel Play Video
July 28, 2012 12:30 PM
MISSOULA- Missoula Police report that a man robbed a business on the 4800 block of North Reserve at around 10 p.m. on Friday night. Missoula Police Sergeant Jerry Odlin said a man entered the Travelers Inn, brandished a handgun and demanded money. The suspect left with an undisclosed... more » -
Delaney hopes to bring stability to Griz football program Play Video
July 27, 2012 11:36 AM
MISSOULA- Throw away that interim tag, Mick Delaney is the head coach of the Montana Grizzlies. The Butte native just signed a contract to lead the boys in Missoula through the next two seasons and after a spring and summer full of controversy, the Griz Athletic Department finally celebrated Thursday.... more » -
Reserve, Russell streets seeing lane closures today
July 25, 2012 8:40 AM
MISSOULA- Drivers are going to find some slow going in parts of the Garden City on Wednesday. One of the two northbound lanes on the Reserve Street Bridge between Third Street and Mullan Road will be closed beginning at 7 a.m., to allow maintenance crews to inspect the bridge... more » -
Missoula Crimestoppers program seeing success Play Video
July 24, 2012 3:56 PM
MISSOULA- Improvements to an already successful identification program will hopefully help catch more criminals. Reporter Tara Oster found out how the program is good for business owners, but not so good if you're a criminal. The program "Can You ID Me?", launched November 2011, uses photos taken from surveillance... more » -
Alleged attacker stalked, tried to rape Missoula woman Play Video
July 23, 2012 6:00 PM
MISSOULA- Investigators say pepper spray made all the difference for a Missoula woman when two men in a pickup followed her as she walked home down Reserve Street early Saturday morning. "The passenger of that truck was being real creepy, and he said, 'What's a pretty girl like you... more » -
Dog key to Missoula noxious weed fight Play Video
July 23, 2012 11:59 AM
MISSOULA- A noxious weed infesting millions of acres in Utah and Idaho is trying to root itself in Montana, too, but one detective is sniffing out the unwanted visitors on Missoula's Mount Sentinel, one-by-one. Reporter Breanna Roy went up the mountain to meet the canine behind the cause. From... more » -
Missoula clubs bring back Rock & Roll Days Play Video
July 21, 2012 7:56 PM
MISSOULA- Missoula used to have a classic car show and now a few local car clubs are trying to get that back. And Saturday's car show and auction at the Missoula County Fairgrounds helped spread the word in the community, said Montana Auto Tech President, Alan Alt. "Rock and... more » -
New business opens its doors in Missoula Play Video
July 21, 2012 7:50 PM
MISSOULA Start your engines! Go-karts are up and running at The Hub on Expressway Boulevard. Co-Owner, Norman Parmiter told Montana's News Station they opened the business Saturday and are starting to get a feel for things. "We're just having a soft opening. We're taking anybody that comes in,... more » -
Fans line up for tickets to Pearl Jam's Missoula show Play Video
July 21, 2012 12:07 AM
MISSOULA- Pearl Jam fans who experienced a cyber shutout when tickets went on sale online a month ago got a second chance at the Missoula concert Friday. But they had to do it the old-fashioned way, by waiting for hours in line. Two hours after the Adams Center box... more » -
Progress made battlie fire north of Missoula
July 20, 2012 9:11 AM
MISSOULA- Firefighters made good progress on what's being called the Twin Lakes fire that's burning about 10 miles north of Missoula overnight. A pilot spotted smoke about 2 p.m. on Thursday and called it in and Lolo National Forest spokesperson Boyd Hartwig says smokejumpers got on the fire fast,... more » -
New business aims to entertain Missoula economy Play Video
July 17, 2012 12:28 AM
MISSOULA- The same month that two retail stores and a restaurant announced they are closing up shop, a brand-new business is banking that family fun can brave the economic storm. The owners of The Hub family entertainment center on Missoula's Expressway Boulevard would argue their endeavor is even more... more » -
Kids. grandparents learn at Missoula science camp Play Video
July 16, 2012 10:16 PM
MISSOULA- Kids aren't the only one's going to camp this summer as grandparents joined in the learning at the University of Montana's fourth annual MOLLI summer camp on Monday. The two-day science event kicked off with a laser light show and after the display, Glenn Gloverston flicked on the... more » -
Fire danger now "high" for Missoula County
July 16, 2012 12:56 PM
MISSOULA- Fire officials have bumped the fire danger level for Missoula up another notch as western Montana continues to dry out. Fire Danger Moved to "High," as of July 16th The Missoula County Fire Protection Association (MCFPA) have moved the fire danger to high, and say that despite some... more » -
Missoula star picks college over the big leagues Play Video
July 16, 2012 11:42 AM
MISSOULA- One local star had a chance to go pro before he even turned 18, but instead he's heading to college. Andrew Sopko will take his talents to Gonzaga in the fall. San Diego selected the pitcher in the 14th round of this year's draft and the recent graduate... more » -
Missoula man accused of deliberately hitting man with car Play Video
July 14, 2012 3:50 PM
MISSOULA- A man was hospitalized Friday night after another man allegedly hit the victim with his car. Missoula Police Corporal Mick McCarthy said officers originally responded to the area of Strand Avenue and Regent Street to a report of an accident at 11:40 p.m. Upon further investigation, officers determined... more » -
Man robs Missoula bar at gunpoint Play Video
July 14, 2012 3:47 PM
MISSOULA- The Missoula Police Department reports a man robbed the Silver Dollar Bar in Missoula at gun point Saturday morning. Missoula Police Sergeant Jerry Odlin says at 10:50 a.m. a male about 5'8'', wearing a blue coat and a white mask brandished a black firearm and demanded money from... more » -
Snowbowl, Western Montana looks out for lightning Play Video
July 10, 2012 8:39 AM
MISSOULA - A strong storm shot lightning down on Western Montana Monday night with one bolt reportedly touched down near Snowbowl Ski area north of Missoula. The mountain's manager, Pat McKay, said he's on constant lookout for smoke and workers also keep water in their trucks during the summer... more » -
Missoula Marathon boosts local economy Play Video
July 9, 2012 10:59 AM
MISSOULA- Another Missoula Marathon is in the books, but with nearly 5,000 runners - half of which coming from out of state - the race left an impact on the downtown economy. Well before the Missoula Marathon took place Sunday morning, local businesses were feeling the rush. Friday night was... more »
