Archive for the ‘Lifestyles’ Category
Soccer: Widner Named Big Sky Player of the Week
By JOEL CARLSON - Freshman forward Hallie Widner, who scored three of Montana’s four goals last weekend was named the Big Sky Conference co-Offensive Player of the Week.... 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
SOCCER: Griz Hold Down Bengals, Win 3-1
By JOEL CARLSON - Freshman Hallie Widner scored twice, and freshman Maddy Emerick scored her first collegiate goal, the game-winner to help Montana post a 3-1 victory over ISU Sunday afternoon at in Missoula.... more
Griz Overpower Northern Colorado 38-13 in 2014 Homecoming (PHOTO GALLERY)
By DAVE GUFFEY - Senior quarterback Jordan Johnson threw three touchdown passes and ran for another to lead the Grizzlies to a 38-13 win over Northern Colorado in UM's 2014 Homecoming.... more
SOCCER: Griz Grind Out Win in Big Sky Opener
By JOEL CARLSON - (PHOTO GALLERY) Freshman Hallie Widner scored her team-leading third goal of the season as the Montana soccer team opened its Conference schedule with a 1-0 shutout of Weber State Friday after... 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
Testing the Waters–Ensuring the Water You Drink is Healthy
Hard water is the leading water problem in America and, and Missoula and Western Montana are no exception. Here are few things to know about hard water and what to do about it:... more
Game #5: Griz hosts Bears in Homecoming & Big Sky Opener
By DAVE GUFFEY -The Montana Grizzlies open the conference season and play their Homecoming Game against the University of Northern Colorado Sat., Sept. 27 in Washington-Grizzly Stadium. Kickoff is at 1:40 p.m. ... more
Missoula Community Theatre Holding Auditions for Winter Wonderettes
The Missoula Community Theatre is holding auditions for Winter Wonderettes on Sunday, October 5th at the MCT Center for the Performing Arts, from 12:30-5:00 p.m. ... more
Tragic Ending to Ambitious Young Life
By TRISTAN SCOTT - Experienced BASE jumper had successfully leapt from Glacier Park's Mount Siyeh prior to fatal attempt.... 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
UM Invites Public to 2014 UC Homecoming Art Fair
Plan to attend the University Center Homecoming Art Fair from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Sept.25-26, and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, in the UC Atrium.... 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
SOCCER: Hawaii Holds of Montana in South Campus Stadium Thriller
By JOEL CARLSON - (PHOTO GALLERY) Hawaii built a 2-0 lead and held off a rally by Montana to post a 2-1 victory over the Grizzlies Sunday afternoon in the final match of the Montana Invitational.... more
SOCCER: Griz Shut Out Colorado State in Home Opener
By JOEL CARLSON - (PHOTO GALLERY) Montana scored a pair of first-half goals for a 2-0 victory over Colorado State Friday afternoon at South Campus Stadium in the Grizzlies’ home opener.... more
Griz Fall to North Dakota State 22-10
By DAVE GUFFEY - Senior kicker Adam Keller connected on a school-record five field goals to lead North Dakota State 22-10 win over the Montana Grizzlies Saturday afternoon in Fargo, ND.... more
No Change in Our Approach, Mayor Says in Wake of Carlyle’s Attempt to Sell Mountain Water
Mayor says today’s announcement that Carlyle reached an agreement to sell Mountain Water and its sister companies to a Canadian corporation won’t change the way the City of Missoula litigates its case again... more
#3 Montana at #1North Dakota State
By DAVE GUFFEY - The 3rd ranked Montana Grizzlies play the defending three-time national champion and No. 1-ranked North Dakota State, Sat., Sept. 20 at the Fargodome. Kick-off is at 1:37p.m.... more
Hunters Need To Be Bear Aware
By BRUCE AUCHLY - Hunters along the Rocky Mountain Front, especially bird hunters in riparian areas, need to be aware they are in bear country.... 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
MCT Presents The Woman in Black Oct 9-12
Out of the Box Productions presented by MCT, Inc. announces a return engagement of The Woman in Black, Oct. 9-12 at the First United Methodist Church.... more
Wagenmann Named Root Sports BSC Player of the Week on Defense
Montana’s Zack Wagenmann has been named the ROOT SPORTS Big Sky Conference Football Player of the Week on defense for his play in the Grizzlies’ 28-20 win over South Dakota on Saturday.... more
Over 100 Volunteers Expected for National Public Lands Day Event in Missoula
Missoula Parks and Recreation to host three service projects on Saturday, October 4, as part of national program.... 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
Griz 28, South Dakota 20 in Front of Record Crowd of 26,303 (PHOTO GALLERY)
By DAVE GUFFEY - Montana’s Jordan Canada, Jordan Johnson, and Zack Wagenmann led the way as the Grizzlies defeated the South Dakota 28-20 Sat. evening in front of a record crowd of 26,303 at WGS.... more
Don’t Let Your Gourd Down: The Pumpkin Spice Invasion
By BOB WIRE-It shows up every fall, just after Labor Day, as predictable as foot fungus on a high school football player and as unwanted as teen pregnancy. Pumpkin flavored ale. ... more
Palmer Trucking and Grizzly Athletics Rolling Together
By DAVE GUFFEY - Grizzly football will soon be coming to a highway near you thanks to a new partnership with Jim Palmer Trucking of Missoula.... more
Special Memories With Former Griz Coach Joe Glenn
By JIM O'DAY - Saturday’s match-up in Missoula with the Montana Grizzlies and the South Dakota Coyotes could well be the last for Joe Glenn in Washington-Grizzly Stadium.... more
Montana Hunting Guide 2014
By DILLON TABISH - The arrival of autumn marks the beginning of big game hunting season, a beloved time of year for the thousands of Montana residents who partake in the traditional custom.... more
The New Student’s Guide to Missoula’s Art Scene
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
Montana Hosts South Dakota Saturday, Sept. 13
By DAVE GUFFEY - The 4th-ranked Montana Grizzlies play their second home game in a row, Sat. Sept. 13, hosting the University of South Dakota at 7:07 p.m. in Washington-Grizzly Stadium.... more
Crow’s Shadow Institute of the Arts Exhibits at MAM
CROW’S SHADOW INSTITUTE OF THE ARTS: SELECTED WORKS Oct. 17, 2014 – Mar. 21, 2015 / Lynda M. Frost Contemporary American Indian Art Gallery Art Guide Training: Oct. 17, 3 PM Artist Reception: Nov. 7, 5-8 ... more
Glacier Park Transitions to Fall After Historic Summer
By DILLON TABISH - Iconic Sun Road slated to open through most of October as visitation approaches record high.... more
This Week’s Missoula Arts & Culture Scene | Sept 8
A recap of all things Arts & Culture--for the week of 9/8-- brought to you by the Missoula Cultural Council.... more
Archery Season in Montana: Technology’s Role
By BRUCE AUCHLY-Let’s be clear. Advances in gear, archery equipment and clothing are wonderful. They are also not the culprit. The problem is not technology but what it does to us. ... more
UM Sports Trivia | Week of Sept 8
By CHRIS WALTERSKIRCHEN- Few dates have been as lucky for the Grizzly football team as September 13th. The Grizzlies have won their last six September 13th games.... more
Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Sept 8
Check out the various bands and live music all over town sprinkled with an occasional farmers market and fundraisers. ... more
Griz Maul Central Washington 48-14 in Home Opener (PHOTO GALLERY)
By DAVE GUFFEY - Running back Travon Van scored four touchdowns to lead the Montana Grizzlies to a 48-14 win over Central Washington in UM’s 2014 home opener Saturday afternoon.... more
Top Ten Debut Albums
By BOB WIRE-What makes a great debut album? I mean, besides a crappy second album. Luck plays a big part, as does talent, chemistry, strong songs and the golden touch of the right producer. ... more
Register Now for All-Abilities Playmakers Sports League
Parks and Recreation invites children aged five and up to sign for the new All-Abilities Playmakers sports program for children with and without disabilities.... more
Griz Have Difficult 2014-15 Preseason Basketball Schedule
By DAVE GUFFEY - First-year University of Montana head coach Travis DeCuire and his staff have secured their 2014-15 schedule, and it is a challenging one, both on the road and at home.... more
NCAA Troubles Ahead
By JIM O'DAY - Intercollegiate Athletics was a large part of my professional career for many years. Thus, I continue to watch what is happening across the national collegiate sports scene quite closely. ... more
Long Time SID to Retire Next Summer
By JOEL CARLSON - Dave Guffey, who next month will start his 37th year as Montana’s sports information director, decided recently that will retire next June 30.... more