Archive for the ‘Lifestyles’ Category
Griz Start Fast, Hold Off Lumberjacks in Big Sky Opener (PHOTO GALLERY)
By ERIC TABER-Montana rode a dominant defensive effort and a balanced offense to a 23-14 victory over Northern Arizona on Homecoming at Washington-Grizzly Stadium.... more
Audition for The Sound of Music
The Missoula Community Theatre is holding an open audition for the roles in The Sound of Music on Sunday, October 4th, at the MCT Center for the Performing Arts.... more
Griz Open Big Sky Play With NAU on Homecoming
By ERIC TABER- It's Homecoming and the Grizzlies return home on Saturday to take on Northern Arizona in the first BSC matchup of the 2015 season for both teams.... more
“Wild Propaganda” Art Exhibit Crosses Boundaries
Join Rob Whitehair, on First Friday, Oct 2, from 5pm – 8pm, for a reception and launch party for his debut art exhibit and line of fashion apparel entitled “Wild Propaganda.”... more
This Week’s Arts & Culture Scene | Sept 21
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 Sept 21
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- As the Grizzlies face the possibility of going 1-3 to start the season it is only fitting that the Homecoming parade Grand Marshall is the last coach to begin a Griz season in 1992.... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Sept 14
Check out the various bands and live music all over Missoula sprinkled with a sporting event, film or a fundraiser. ... more
Griz Lose at Liberty 31-21
By ERIC TABER- The Montana football team lost 31-21 at Liberty Saturday night in Lynchburg, Va., in a battle of ranked teams and in front of a record crowd.... more
The Effects of Fire on Animals
By BRUCE AUCHLY - Summer’s fires are over, right? Or so we hope. To fish and wildlife fires can bring dire short-term and beneficial long-term consequences.... more
2015 Deer Hunting Outlook
By JOLENE TADEJ - Hunters who witnessed a drop in mule deer numbers in many areas of Montana a few years ago will see improving populations this year.... more
Montana Hits the Road to Face #14 Liberty
By ERIC TABER- The Montana Grizzlies hit the road for the first time this season, traveling east of the Mississippi River to face the Flames of Liberty University.... more
Fishing Moose
By ROB BREEDING- I’m not sure I really appreciated how dangerous moose can be until I saw a video of a man who was killed by one on the University of Alaska campus.... more
Country Music: Good vs. Bad
By BOB WIRE. “You should write a song about that!” Any songwriter will tell you he or she hears that almost every day. Especially if, like me, they tend to write about the less-explored detritus of life, li... more
Carousel Set to Begin Expansion Construction
By THERESA COX - A Carousel for Missoula has reached its fundraising goal for a 640 square foot addition and upgrades to its building in Caras Park. ... more
This Week’s Arts & Culture Scene | Sept 14
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 Sept 14
Check out the various bands and live music all over Missoula sprinkled with a sporting event, film or a fundraiser. ... more
MCT Presents Little Red and the Hoods
This delightful tale of Little Red Riding Hood is told with modern lessons for today’s children. Public performances are Sept. 17 & 18 at 1pm, and Sept 19 at 10am.... more
UM Sports Trivia | Week of Sept 7
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- The Montana Grizzlies nail-biters to start the season marked the first time since 1977 that the Griz opened the season with 2 games decided by a 3 points or less since 1977.... more
This Week’s Arts & Culture Scene | Sept 7
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
Griz Climb FCS Polls to to 8th
By ERIC TABER - On the heels of an up and down opening two weeks, the net result for the Montana Grizzlies is a No. 8 ranking in this week’s STATS FCS poll and FCS coaches’ poll.... more
Cal Poly Stuns Montana on Late Field Goal (PHOTO GALLERY)
By ERIC TABER- It was another nail-biter decided in the game’s final seconds. But this time Griz fans went home feeling empty after watching the game slip through their team’s grasp.... more
“I Love the Grizzlies and I Couldn’t Be Happier With My Decision”
By ERIC TABER - “I love the Montana Grizzlies, and I couldn’t be happier with my decision,” said Pflug’s voice, seemingly out of nowhere over the ESPN broadcast.... more
FEATURE: The Wideouts: Ben Roberts
By ERIC TABER - Last Saturday, Ben Roberts had the biggest reception of the biggest game in recent memory for the Montana Grizzlies.... more
What’s Happening at the Top Hat: Sept. 4-9
Playing at the Top Hat Lounge this week: Andrea Harsell, Elephant Revival & the Rustics, Ted Ness & the Rusty Nails, Ted Ness & the Rusty Nails, Quartetto Gelato, & more!... more
Montana Hosts Cal Poly in Non-Conference Action
By ERIC TABER- The Grizzlies will get another shot at redemption of a 2014 loss as Cal Poly visit Washington-Grizzly Stadium for a non-conference game under the lights.... more
Liz Marchi: Tomatoes, Tempo and the Short Game
By LIZ MARCHI - Until I began cooking on my own did I realize that what passed for a tomato in the grocery store was nothing like the flavor feast I was accustomed to.... more
Ellis Henderson is back… and couldn’t be happier
By ERIC TABER - Ellis is Ellis again. And the time off didn't seem to bother the redshirt.... more
This Week’s Arts & Culture Scene | Aug 31
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
Parks and Recreation Hosts “Too Much Fun Tuesdays” in Area Parks
Parks and Recreation hosts “Too Much Fun Tuesdays” in area parks Join Missoula Parks and Recreation on Tuesdays this fall for unique recreation programs in neighborhood parks. ... more
UM Sports Trivia | Week of August 31
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- Last Saturday's win over North Dakota State marked the first time FCS's number 1 team has fallen at Washington Grizzly stadium since Montana beat Nevada-Reno in September of 1987.... more
Griz Walk Back for 2015 Season
A new Griz football tradition that started at 2014’s Griz/Cat game lives on in 2015. The Griz Walk returns this Saturday at 11:10 a.m. leading up to the Montana vs. NDSU game.... more
#12 Montana Hosts #1 North Dakota State in Season Opener
By ERIC TABER-The Montana Grizzlies host the four-time defending national champion North Dakota State Bison at Washington-Grizzly Stadium on Sat., at 1:30 p.m. ... more
Struggles, Hurdles, Challenges and Observation
By PAUL WHEATON - I'm not yet of retirement age, but I suppose I could say that I am retired .... from being a software engineer. Sorta. ... more
City Discontinues Curbside Pickpup of Storm Debris
With 90 percent of the storm debris cleared, citizens are asked to discontinue placing tree debris from private yards on the boulevards as curbside debris pickup has ended.... more
UM Sports Trivia | Week of August 24
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- Over the years the home opener for a rookie Griz head coach has been challenging as three of the last 6 UM head coaches have lost their home debut.... more
This Week’s Arts & Culture Scene | Aug 24
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 August 24
Check out the various bands and live music all over Missoula sprinkled with a sporting event, film or a fundraiser. ... more
Donate a Hunting License to Disabled Veterans & Armed Forces Members
By JOLEEN TADEJ - Montana residents and nonresidents can show support for members of the military who have given the ultimate sacrifice by donating their hunting license.... more
Run-and-Gun Grizzlies Ready for New Era
By DILLON TABISH - What’s the potential of this year’s Montana Grizzlies football team? It's easy to trust an answer when it comes from a Rhodes Scholar candidate.... more
Early Season Hunters: Make Fire Safety A Top Priority
By JOLEEN TADEJ - All early season hunters need to make wildfire prevention a top priority.... more
Phase II of Silver Summit Playground Opens Saturday
The public is invited to the Phase II opening celebration of Silver Summit Playground on Sat., Aug. 22 at 11am. Phase I of the all-abilities playground opened last fall.... more
Griz Senior Profile: Meet Chris Lider
By ERIC TABER-When Montana senior punter/kicker Chris Lider walked into Washington-Grizzly Stadium as a freshman, there weren’t many familiar faces to welcome him.... more
Griz Basketball Releases Strong 2015-16 Schedule
By Eric Taber - The defending Big Sky Conference champion Montana Grizzlies will play one of the toughest nonconference schedules in program history to start the 2015-16 season.... more
Register Today for the River City Roots Run and SUP Cup
The 10th annual River City Roots Festival is next weekend. Register for the four-mile fun run and the stand-up paddle board contest. Both races will be held on Sat., Aug. 29th.... more
MCT Holds Auditions for Sweeney Todd–The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
The Missoula Community Theatre is holding an open audition for Sweeney Todd—The Demon Barber of Fleet Street on Sunday, August 30th, at the MCT.... more
Mom Help: Top 10 Toddler Hot Spots in Missoula
By KIM S. - Whether you're a new mom and dad, grandparent, or babysitter it’s imperative that you have a go-to list of a couple Toddler Hot Spots here in Missoula.... more
This Week’s Arts & Culture Scene | Aug 17
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 August 17
Check out the various bands and live music all over Missoula sprinkled with a sporting event, film or a fundraiser. ... more
Griz Senior Profile: Meet Derek Crittenden
By ERIC TABER-Griz senior Derek Crittenden is in fall camp, getting ready to finish his fifth full year at the University of Montana as a member of the football program.... more
City Preparing for Predicted Thunderstorms
City and County emergency services are prepared for possible thunderstorms and high winds which are forecast to hit western Montana Friday afternoon and evening. ... more