Archive for the ‘Blogs’ Category
UM Sports Trivia | Week of Nov 10
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- Saturday will be the debut of Travis Decuire’s Montana Grizzly basketball team. Decuire would like to duplicate the coaching debut of his long-time mentor Blaine Taylor. ... more
You Can’t Take That On The Plane
By BOB WIRE- I traveled to the Bay Area last week to play some music at a fund raiser. The Delta agent looked at my guitar case like it contained fifty pounds of Ebola-infested squid.... more
Homesteading Basics: How to Make Your Own Lard
By ERIN TURNER- Thinking about adding lard to your baking regimen? Consider making your own. With the help of a crockpot, it's super easy and it's perfect for melt-in-your-mouth pie crusts, cookies, and and mor... more
This Week’s Missoula Arts & Culture Scene | Nov 3
A recap of all things Arts & Culture--for the week of 11/3/14. Brought to you by the Missoula Cultural Council.... more
UM Sports Trivia | Week of Nov 3
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- It has been a decade since the Montana Grizzly soccer team won the regular title and earned the host spot in the Conference tournament. Montana hosted 6 of the first 8 conference tourna... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Nov 3
Check out the various bands and live music all over Missoula sprinkled with an Independent film or a fundraiser. ... more
SOMT Appreciative of Washington Family Support
By JIM O'DAY - Last week, Dennis and Phyllis Washington, and the Washington Companies/Montana Rail Link, kindly donated the usage of their “Silver Cloud” train to Special Olympics Montana.... more
40 Ways to Hog the Hot Tub
By BOB WIRE- Like to be by yourself in the hot tub? if you give one of these little conversational nuggets a try, you might be surprised at how quickly you find yourself alone.... more
Fall Days on the Radar
By ROB BREEDING - The fishing has grown increasingly good as the leaves succumb to gravity.... more
This Week’s Missoula Arts & Culture Scene | Oct 27
A recap of all things Arts & Culture--for the week of 10/27/14. Brought to you by the Missoula Cultural Council.... more
Early Preparation for Christmas is the key to Savings
By ERIN TURNER- There are only EIGHT Saturdays left before Christmas? Take a deep breath and relax because if you start your planning now, you’ll be the most relaxed, calm person come December!... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Oct 27
Check out the various bands and live music all over Missoula sprinkled with an Independent film or a fundraiser. ... more
UM Sports Trivia | Week of Oct 27
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- The Grizzlies open play in November coming off a loss. The Griz lost their final October game in 2013 and then proceeded to handled 4 straight opponents in November. ... more
Phones In Restaurants: Less Welcome Than Cockroaches
By BOB WIRE-If you're sitting with someone in a restaurant, reading this blog on your phone, I hope the waitress spills a pot of scalding coffee all over your naughty bits. And your phone.... more
Missoula Housing Market Continues Steady Recovery
By EVA DUNN-FROEBIG - Low inventory, higher interest rates and a harsh winter have contributed to fewer home sales and a higher median sold price in Missoula this year compared to last year.... more
This Week’s Missoula Arts & Culture Scene | Oct 20
A recap of all things Arts & Culture--for the week of 10/20/14. Brought to you by the Missoula Cultural Council.... more
UM Sports Trivia | Week of Oct 20
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- In going to Cal-poly this weekend the Montana Grizzlies face a Mustangs team that has one of the most explosive rushing attacks in the country. ... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Oct 20
Check out the various bands and live music all over Missoula sprinkled with an Independent film or a fundraiser. ... more
My Bad: I’m the King of Inappropriate
By BOB WIRE- Who among us has not said something extremely inappropriate in a setting full of horrified witnesses? I should have a mantel full of trophies for that shit.... more
Liz Marchi: Operating Without a Plan
By LIZ MARCHI - Defining purpose. That’s how I always started any endeavor. Why are we doing it, what does it look like when it’s a success? ... more
Trying The Podcast Route And Addressing FCS Issues
By JIM O'DAY - I was recently approached to do some podcasts on topics and issues pertaining to Division I athletics, and particularly, the NCAA Football Championship Subdivision.... more
What Are You Cookin’ up for Crocktober Fest?
By ERIN TURNER- Time to pull out the crockpot for 'CROCKTOBER Fest'. Cooking in a crockpot offers the benefits of convenience and ease. Here are a couple of 'must make' crockpot recipes. ... more
This Week’s Missoula Arts & Culture Scene | Oct 13
A recap of all things Arts & Culture--for the week of 10/6/14. Brought to you by the Missoula Cultural Council.... more
UM Sports Trivia | Week of Oct 13
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- Saturday, October 18, marks the 28th anniversary of the opening of Washington Grizzly Stadium before a crowd of some 8,000 as the Griz beat Idaho State 38-31.... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Oct 13
Check out the various bands and live music all over town sprinkled with an occasional farmers market and fundraisers. ... more
Monte Dolack: Painting On Location
By MONTE DOLACK-As a first year student at Montana State, I remember a painting and drawing class I had in the spring of 1969 that included a field trip away from the stuffy classroom.... more
Aging Disgracefully With Rock’n Roll
By BOB WIRE- There’s a ton of great music out there, but we elder specimens either can’t hear it or can’t relate to it.... more
Celebrating 15 Years: Humanties Montana’s Festival of the Book
One of the biggest cultural happenings in the Northwest, the 15th annual Festival of the Book happens this weekend with nearly 60 literary events featuring over 80 authors, poets, and artists.... more
UM Sports Trivia | Week of Oct 6
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- The Griz win at UND on Saturday marked the 567th win in Griz history, and half of all Griz football wins have come since a September 1984 win over Don Read and his Portland State Viking... more
This Week’s Missoula Arts & Culture Scene | Oct 6
A recap of all things Arts & Culture--for the week of 10/6/14. Brought to you by the Missoula Cultural Council.... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Oct 6
Check out the various bands and live music all over town sprinkled with an occasional farmers market and fundraisers. ... more
Harvest Season Means Savings
By ERIN TURNER-I dedicate this week’s blog to this beautiful season we call “The Harvest”. Anyone who claims they are frugal loves this season. This is what we frugalites live for--ABUNDANCE!... more
Turning Japanese, I Really Think So
By BOB WIRE- The decision to host an exchange student had been a last-minute one. “Should we buy some Japanese food? You know, sushi or, I don’t know, egg rolls? Rice-a-Roni?”... more
Fall Fly Fishing in Missoula–The Anglers’ Time
By TONY REINHARDT -For many Missoulians fall is their favorite time of year. Fly fishing is some of the best of the year and for dedicated anglers this is a perfect recipe for isolated rivers and great fishing.... more
This Week’s Missoula Arts & Culture Scene | Sept 29
A recap of all things Arts & Culture--for the week of 9/29/14--9. Brought to you by the Missoula Cultural Council.... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Sept 29
Check out the various bands and live music all over town sprinkled with an occasional farmers market and fundraisers. ... more
Ice Cube Trays–a Frugal Gadget for Every Kitchen
By ERIN TURNER-Ever wonder what to do with leftover wine, buttermilk and other liquid items? Hate the thought of throwing them out? HELLO ice cube trays. It's a no-brainer and frugal way to save!... more
A Deed Most Fowl
By BOB WIRE-(VIDEO) When a semi loaded with 35,000 pounds of raw chicken sits in a truck stop parking lot for several days in the heat of Missoula's Indian summer, well, it ain't how they make perfume, brother.... more
Dressing Up Downtown: Missoula Art Museum’s Upcoming Art Park
By MATT ANGLEN- Congratulations. You may not know it now, but you picked an awesome place to go to school. To help you get acquainted with Missoula, here’s a short list of awesomeness. ... more
Gluten Free Blueberry and Huckleberry Cobbler
By BOB ZIMORINO - You’ve jumped on the Gluten Free bandwagon but aren’t thrilled with all of the gluten free products out there? This meal and recipe may change your mind.... more
Activities for Kids in Missoula: The Missoula Taekwondo Center
By KIM S. - In a building off South Avenue here in Missoula is a unique opportunity for you and your children to learn the art of Taekwondo. ... more
Liz Marchi On Entrepreneurship: Rewiring
By LIZ MARCHI -Entrepreneurs are different. They are almost never satisfied with the way things are. They are always looking for ways to make things better, faster, more efficient, and/or smarter. ... more
This Week’s Missoula Arts & Culture Scene | Sept 22
A recap of all things Arts & Culture--for the week of 9/22/14-- including UM Homecoming. Brought to you by the Missoula Cultural Council.... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Sept 22
Check out the various bands and live music all over town sprinkled with an occasional farmers market and fundraisers. ... more
Save Money at Missoula’s TJ Maxx and Ross
By ERIN TURNER-This past week I was reminded of two stores that aren't always on my "Deal Radar" but they're practically next door to one and other and this week they offered up some one-stop- savings!... more
Ladies (and gentlemen) — Apply Yourselves!
By CHERY SABOL - A recent study found that women applied for jobs only if they met every single requirement on the job description. Men applied if they met just 60 percent of the requirements.... more
Griz Have Waited A Long Time For This Game With NDSU
By JIM O'DAY - The Grizzlies may have their work cut out for them this Saturday in Fargo, N.D., but they also have an opportunity to return UM to a status of NCAA Division I FCS superiority.... more
Southern Style Buttermilk Biscuits
By CHEF TRACY DARUE - Biscuits are especially good to have around because they can accompany so many meals. Here's a tried-and-true recipe for Southern Style Buttermilk Biscuits.... more
This Week’s Missoula Arts & Culture Scene | Sept 15
A recap of all things Arts & Culture--for the week of 9/15-- brought to you by the Missoula Cultural Council.... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Sept 15
Check out the various bands and live music all over town sprinkled with an occasional farmers market and fundraisers. ... more