Archive for the ‘All News & Opinion’ Category
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights-Week of July 22
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: Arnold Schwarzenegger Visits Western Montana Fire Crew, Cash Hyde Story Lives on in new Documentary, and More!... more
The Kids Are Not Alright
By CHERY SABOL - While older workers may emerge battle-weary from the recession, will the youngest members of the work force come out permanently scarred?... more
The Best Surprise is Truly No Surprise
By MARK RIFFEY - Hotels often provide fuel for writing and a recent trip I took was no exception. Hospitality 101: everything that impacts a guest's stay is everyone's job - particularly simple little things.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs | Week of July 22
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: A Clinical Coordinator, CSCT Therapists, and a Receptionist/Data Entry Worker.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights-Week of July 15
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: Wildfire Season Begins, Three People Hit by Lightning in Glacier Park, Historic Bannick hit by Damaging Flash Flood, & more!... more
Missoula Scientists Study Wind Flow and the Affects on Firelines
By MARK VOSBURGH - Researchers at the UM Flight Lab and the Missoula Fire Sciences Lab are analyzing birds in flight in order to understand wind flows and their affect on fire lines.... more
Volunteering for Fun and Employment
By CHERY SABOL - Stymied in your job search? A new study suggests a powerful way to help yourself find a job is to help your community first. Volunteering increases your likelihood of finding work by 27%.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs | Week of July 15
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: A Chief Executive Officer for a local non-profit and Oilfield Drivers.... more
The Most Expensive, Stressful Thing On Your Desk
By MARK RIFFEY - Nothing destroys a work day like distractions. Clutter doesn't help - and I mean clutter of all kinds - physical as well as electronic. These things are waiting to distract you. Eliminate them.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week July 8
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: A Resource Specialist, an Entry Level Painter and a Training Coordinator / Data Manager.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of July 1
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: Triple Digit Heat, Search for Escaped Inmate, Montana Firefighter Killed in Arizona Fire, and Search for Peeping Tom.... more
Summer Heat Has FWP Watching Conditions For Possible Fishing Restrictions
With recent temperatures leaping into the 90s throughout Montana, state fishery officials are gearing up now should the need arise to protect wild fish. ... more
The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation Issues $35,000 Challenge Grant for All-Abilities Playground Project
The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation has issued a $35,000 challenge grant essentially doubling the impact of dollars donated for the All-Abilities Playground at McCormick Park. ... more
Extra Patrols are Out to Deter Impaired Driving
Alcohol-impaired driving crashes make the Fourth of July one of the deadliest holidays of the year, so the Missoula Police Department is stepping up traffic patrols to help keep travelers safe.... more
No Fireworks on FWP Land or City Limits of Missoula
UPDATE: Fireworks are illegal on FWP lands and within the city limits of Missoula. The City of Missoula plans vigorous enforcement of the City’s fireworks laws during this holiday week.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week July 1
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: Customer-service support techs for internet-based products. ... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of June 24
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: Father of Cash Hyde, Michael Hyde is running for Mayor, Corvallis boys save 2-year-old from drowning, HOT summer weather!... more
The 7th Running of the Missoula Marathon – July 14
The 7th Running of the Missoula Marathon to Take Place on July 14. Over 6,500 Participants Expected in the Missoula Marathon, Half Marathon, 5k and Kids Marathon, July 13 – 14; The Marathon and Half Marathon ... more
The Unexpected Message Clients Get From You
By MARK RIFFEY - Have you ever received a "new-customers-only" offer from someone that you already do business with? Is it better than what you're paying? How does that make you feel? Mad as hell? It should!... more
Judge: Jesus Statue Can Stay On Big Mountain
A Jesus statue that has for six decades been a curiosity to skiers as they cruise down a popular run at a northwest Montana ski resort will not be evicted from federal land a judge ruled Monday.... more
13th Annual Garden City River Rod Run June 28 & 29
The 13th Annual Garden City River Rod Run, slated for Friday and Saturday, June 28 & 29, will feature over 200 classic and hot rod cars and will attract nearly 3,000 spectators to Downtown Missoula.... more
Missoula Food Bank Presents: The Bowl is Yours to Keep
Join us for an evening about local hunger this Wednesday, June 26. Share a simple meal with our neighbors from a bowl crafted by a local artist. The bowl is yours to keep.... more
How to Avoid Fraudulent Job Scams
By CHERY SABOL - Fraudulent job scams on the Internet swindle money or personal information out of people made vulnerable by their unemployment. Here are some things to be wary of:... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week June 24
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: a Director of Marketing for a non-profit organization and an Eligibility Specialist for a another non-profit.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | June 17
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: a Web Developer / Systems Analyst for a Bicycle Touring Association and a Director of Facility Operations.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of June 10
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: Barry Beach back in prison, New Superintendent for GNP, Missoula's Downtown Bridges, Apartment Fire in East Missoula & more!... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | June 10
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: an Executive Assistant, a Development Director, and Skilled Carpenters and General Laborers.... more
Summer Jobs for Students in Missoula
By CHERY SABOL - School's out for the summer, and the good news according to the Missoula Job Service: there are jobs available for Missoula students. ... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | June 3
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: a sewing operator, medical receptions/office assistants, and a massage therapist.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | May 27
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: An RN Medical Case Manager and a Technician Office Machine Repair Person.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of May 20
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: Woman attacked by Moose near Blue Mountain, Snowy Thursday in western Montana, Move over Kmart, make way for Cabela's and Kohl's.... more
City Requires Owners to Leash Dogs Near Grazing Sheep on Open Space
The City’s woolliest employees will be back at work this Sunday helping Missoulians rid the North Hills of noxious weeds. Please help protect the herd from off-leash dogs.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | May 20
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: An Animal Control Program Supervisor and a Tree Climber and Trimmer.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of May 13
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: Alleged Drunk Driver Kills One Pedestrian and Injures Another, Wildfire Season is Off to an Early Start, MT Supreme Court Denies Be... more
Severe Storms Forecast For Western Montana This Afternoon and Evening
By PAUL QUENEAU - The National Weather Service just reiterated that this afternoon and evening may be a very bumpy ride in the Missoula area. Expect 50 mph winds, hail, and lots of rain.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | May 13
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: A Dental Assistant, Licensed Journeyman Electrician and a Network Engineer.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of May 6
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: DOJ announces findings, new faces of Missoula County School Board, Janitor at UM shoots himself in the foot, & more.... more
Famous Last Words: ‘We Can’t Afford to Market Our Business’
By MARK RIFFEY - Marketing is steady, don't ever stop kind of work. If you don't have a bunch of cash to invest, here are some frugal yet effective ways to market your new business.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | May 6
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: An Operations Manger and a Case Manager/Project Coordinator.... more
3 Most Important Things for Finding a Job
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - Do you ever wonder what employers are looking for? In my experience at the Missoula Job Service, here are the 3 most important things for finding a job.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of April 29
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: UM Budget Cuts, boaters are able to float the Clark Fork through Milltown Dam site, waiting for DOJ findings, & more.... more
Breaking The Ice
By DILLON TABISH - There’s less than 10 square miles of glacial ice remaining in Glacier National Park, and it’s expected to disappear completely in under 20 years.... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | April 29
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: An Insurance Account Manger and a Manager/Fund Administrator for a charitable non-profit organization.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of April 22
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: Senator Baucus Announces Retirement, Special Olympics start on Wednesday in Missoula, Norovirus Outbreak and more.... more
Local Jobs: What are Employers Looking For?
By JENNIFER LODINE-CHAFFEY - As a local job seeker, do you ever wonder what employers are looking for? Here are some of the most important traits that employers are looking for in potential employees:... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | April 22
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: Laboratory Technicians, a Licensed Journeyman Electrician, Wildland Fire Fighters and a CAD Technician.... more
This Week’s Missoula News Highlights – Week of April 15
By TOM DIDDEL- A recap of the week’s most talked-about stories in Missoula: Maclay Bridge, two Missoula arsons, Missoula Race to benefit Boston Marathon bombing victims, Montana senators split on gun vote ... more
Is Your Work Important? How About Meaningful?
By MARK RIFFEY - (VIDEO) Why spend your life doing work that doesn't interest or motivate you? Why work at a place that doesn't value what you do?... more
More than 60 Employers Slated for Western Montana Career Fair on April 25
By CHERYL SABOL - Western Montana's largest Career Fair will be held on Thursday April 25th at the Hilton Garden Inn. Employers...it's not too late to sign up. ... more
Missoula Job Service Featured Jobs of the Week | April 15
Make It Missoula posts local jobs from the Missoula Job Service. This week's jobs include: a Backend Developer, a House Manager, a Salesperson and Swim Instructors and Lifeguards.... more