Archive for the ‘Lifestyles’ Category
Elk, Mule Harvest Down, Whitetails Up On Rocky Mountain Front
Elk and mule deer taken by hunters remain below average on the Rocky Mountain Front, but the white-tailed deer harvest is up at the end of the second weekend of the 2015 general big game season.... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Nov 2
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Avoid These 10 Common Hunting Mistakes
By BRUCE AUCHLY Each fall tens of thousands of Montana men and women spend anywhere from a few hours to a several weeks hunting. Most have a wonderful time; a few run afoul of the law. Here are 10 problem... more
Big Plays Doom Montana in 35-16 Loss at Portland State
By JOEL CARLSON-Three first-quarter interceptions and a steady game-long downpour held Montana in check as the Vikings rolled to a 35-16 victory over the Grizzlies Saturday afternoon.... more
Morley Wins First Big Sky Conference Title
By JOEL CARLSON-Montana freshman Makena Morley claimed her first conference title Saturday morning when she led from start to finish to win the Big Sky Conference cross country championship.... more
Leaf Collection Starts Monday, Nov. 2
The City of Missoula will begin fall leaf pickup on Monday, Nov. 2, starting in the neighborhoods north of the Clark Fork River during the first week. ... more
UM Sports Trivia
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- Since the Portland State Vikings joined the Big Sky Conference they have manged just two narrow wins over Montana... more
Griz Control Own Destiny Against Portland State
By ERIC TABER-The No. 17 Grizzlies sit in control of its own post-season destiny with another key Big Sky matchup against Portland State this Saturday.... more
Sweet Potato Enchiladas
By JAMIE LIPHARDT-Break away from the revolving door of proteins and go meatless. Sweet potato enchiladas are hearty, satisfying and crowd pleasing.... more
Simis Earns Accolades, Griz Move Up After UND Win
By ERIC TABER - When you tie the Montana school record for touchdown passes in a single game, in your first college football start, people sit up and take notice.... more
Elk, Mule Deer Below Average Opener on Rocky Mountain Front
By BRUCE AUCHLY - Hunters hit the Rocky Mountain Front for the opening weekend of Montana’s general big game season, taking home fewer elk and mule deer compared to the past five years.... more
This Week’s Arts & Culture Scene | Oct 26
Here's a look at what's happening this week in Missoula from music to dance, theatre to museum exhibits and more--brought to you by our friends at the Missoula Cultural Council.... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Oct 26
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Soccer: Montana Wins 1-0, Clinches Tournament Spot
By JOEL CARLSON - Despite starting the season under a bad sign and playing a disadvantageous league schedule, the Big Sky Conference’s lone wolf will be playing into November.... more
Simis Shines in Montana Victory Over North Dakota
By ERIC TABER (PHOTO GALLERY) (PHOTO GALLERY) Making his first career start as a Grizzly, Makena Simis tied the UM school record for touchdown passes in a game leading Montana to a 42-16 victory over North Dako... more
Super Simis
By JACKSON WAGNER-Montana fans may not have known what to expect from their offense Saturday afternoon against North Dakota. After all, the Griz were down to their third-string quarterback Makena Simis.... more
Swords, Iron, Missoula Blood and Pie
By PAUL WHEATON - Turns out I have too much iron in my blood and it's leading to exhaustion. So I get the idea of just donating blood to see if I then feel supercharged. ... more
Peter Luger’s Steak Sauce
By JONATHON HARTIG - A great steak sauce can add that final element to a beautiful plate of food. The recipe here was adapted from the famous Peter Luger Steak House in Brooklyn, NY.... more
Opening Day of General Hunting Seson Renews Montana Traditions
By JOLEEN TADEJ-In Montana, a weekend like none other awaits. young and old are filled with the anticipation that only comes with the opening day of Montana's general deer and elk hunting season.... more
Dragon Hollow to Transform into Haunted Hollow for Halloween Fun!
It is time again for ghosties and ghoulies. Dragon Hollow will become Haunted Hollow from 6 to 8pm, on Thurs., Oct. 22 through Sat., Oct. 24, and again on Thurs., Oct. 29 and Fri. Oct. 30.... more
Liz Marchi: Curiosity and Perfection
By LIZ MARCHI - I am so glad I lived to read Lean In by Cheryl Sandburg. She affirms both curiosity and bossiness as positive attributes in girls. ... more
Montana Hosts North Dakota in Key Big Sky Matchup
By ERIC TABER - The Montana Grizzlies take on the University of North Dakota on Saturday at Washington-Grizzly Stadium. Kickoff is at 1:30pm.... more
This Week’s Arts & Culture Scene | Oct 19
Here's a look at what's happening this week in Missoula from music to dance, theatre to museum exhibits and more--brought to you by our friends at the Missoula Cultural Council.... more
UM Sports Trivia | Week of Oct 19
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- Back in the 1960's Sentinel assistant football coach Frank McElwain was friends with then Griz offensive coordinator Dave Kragthorpe. ... more
Griz Hoops Prepares to Defend Title
By ERIC TABER - About a year ago, men’s basketball coaches around the Big Sky Conference looked at the Montana Grizzlies and saw a team with a new coaching staff, and only one returning starter.... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Oct 19
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UM Sports Trivia | Week of Oct 12
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- Historically the Griz do well coming off a bye week. Since 1985 the Griz have gone 19-6 before an off-week and 18-6 following the break.... more
Missoula Food Bank Expands Efforts to End Childhood Hunger
As part of Missoula Food Bank’s ongoing efforts to address the growing issue of childhood hunger in our community, our food local bank is launching Kids Table Afterschool. ... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Oct 12
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Griz Fall to Wildcats in Overtime
By ERIC TABER (PHOTO GALLERY) Montana takes its first Big Sky Conference loss on the season, moving to 2-1 in league play and 3-3 overall, heading into a bye week.... more
New Faces Shine in First Griz Hoops Scrimmage
By ERIC TABER-The Montana men’s basketball team took the court for the first time in 2015 in the first intrasquad scrimmage of the season on Saturday morning in Dahlberg Arena.... more
Soccer: Griz Pull Out Overtime Victory Over Eagles
By JOEL CARLSON (PHOTO GALLERY)- Allie Lucas slammed home Jenna Castillo’s blocked shot for the game-winner at 107:58 to give the Griz soccer team a win over the Eagles.... more
Jumping Spiders and Daddy Longlegs in Your House Keep Away Brown Recluse
By PAUL WHEATON - This video is of a jumping spider that found its way onto my monitor. I used to kill all spiders, but here's why I don't anymore.... more
Liz Marchi: Seasons Change
By LIZ MARCHI - Fall has arrived and we are preparing the ranch for winter. We downsized this year but the plan is to ranch until the end. I am good with that.... more
Griz Return Home to Face Weber State
By ERIC TABER- Tickets still remain for the Griz vs Weber State game, this Saturday, Oct. 10. Kick-off is at 2PM.... more
Public Invited to Fort Missoula Regional Park Ground Breaking this Saturday
By BECKY GOODRICH for Missoula Parks and Recreation Citizens are invited to a ground breaking celebration for Fort Missoula Regional Park on Saturday, October 10 at 10 a.m. Grading and site preparation for... more
This Week’s Arts & Culture Scene | Oct 5
Here's a look at what's happening this week in Missoula from music to dance, theatre to museum exhibits and more--brought to you by our friends at the Missoula Cultural Council.... more
UM Sports Trivia | Week of Oct 5
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- Washington Grizzly Stadium has not proven to be an enjoyable palce for the Weber State Wildcats. Weber State has lost its last 13 visits to the home of the Griz.... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Oct 5
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Breunig Earns Big Sky Preseason Nod
By ERIC TABER - Montana men’s basketball standout Martin Breunig has been named to the Big Sky Conference preseason All-Conference team following a breakout 2014-15 season.... more
Soccer: Griz Rally Late,Beat Thunderbirds 2-1
By JOEL CARLSON (PHOTO GALLERY)- The Griz soccer team scored twice in the final 65 seconds to pull out a dramatic 2-1 victory over Southern Utah.... more
Montana Moves to 2-0 in Big Sky with 27-13 Road Win over UC Davis
By ERIC TABER- Montana's Chad Chalich threw three touchdown passes, and the defense forced four turnovers in a 27-13 victory Saturday afternoon at Davis, Calif.... more
Parks and Recreation Hosts Free Pickball Event this Saturday
By BECKY GOODRICH - Join Missoula Parks and Recreation for the 4th Annual Pickleball Palooza on Saturday, October 3 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Fort Missoula tennis courts. ... more
Griz Look to Build Momentum at Davis
By ERIC TABER - The Grizzlies ride a wave of momentum after a Homecoming win against NAU and take on dangerous UC Davis at 2:10 on Saturday.... more
2015 Elk Hunting Outlook
By JOLENE TADEJ - These are good times for elk hunters as Montana elk populations continue to be strong across most of the state.... more
This Week’s Arts & Culture Scene | Sept 28
Here's a look at what's happening this week in Missoula from music to dance, theatre to museum exhibits and more--brought to you by our friends at the Missoula Cultural Council.... more
Holmes Hauls in the Accolades After Huge Weekend
By ERIC TABER - Montana senior defensive end Tyrone Holmes has been selected as the STATS FCS national Defensive player of the Week, as well as the Big Sky Conference Defensive Player of the Week.... more
UM Sports Trivia | Week of Sept 28
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- This is the fourth time since 1998 that the Grizzlies have begun the season at 2-2 and two of those seasons saw Montana reaching the FCS play-offs ... more
ATTENTION Missoula Dogs: Bark for Life Event Oct 3, at Silver Park
By PAM VOTH - Missoula Dogs, grab your leash and your human and let’s have some fun at the Bark for Life event on Oct 3 at Silver Park!... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Sept 28
Check out the various bands and live music all over Missoula sprinkled with a sporting event, film or a fundraiser. ... more