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MAM Presents Under Pressure Exhibit: Contemporary Prints from the Jordan D. Schnitzer Collection

Under Pressure is an exhibit curated by Omaha, Nebraska’s stately and prestigious Joslyn Museum from the inspiring collection of art collector Jordan D. Schnitzer, Portland, OR. ... more

Citizens Encouraged to Recycle Christmas Trees

Missoula Parks and Recreation’s Urban Forestry Division is inviting citizens to drop off their cut Christmas trees to be recycled into productive mulch. ... more

Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Jan 6

Check out the Live Music in various venues all over town. ... more

Griz Win Big Over Sacramento State 82-70 (Photo Gallery)

By DAVE GUFFEY - Junior guards Jordan Gregory and Keron DeShields combined for 37 points and senior guard/forward Kareem Jamar chipped in 14, as the Grizzlies defeated Sac State 82-70.... more

NAU Defeats UM 73-65 in Big Sky Conference Opener

By DAVE GUFFEY -Northern Arizona had three starters combine for 62 points, as they defeated the University of Montana 73-65 Thursday evening in the Big Sky Conference opener in UM’s Dahlberg Arena.... more

Put Your Mask On First

By MARK RIFFEY - Flight attendants ask us to put on our oxygen mask first, then help others, because we can't help others if we're unable to breathe. What about your business mask?... more

Griz Host Lumberjacks in Big Sky Opener January 2

By DAVE GUFFEY -The Montana Grizzlies begin their 2013-14 Big Sky Conference schedule this week, starting with the NAU on Thurs., Jan. 2, with tip-off at 7:05 p.m. in UM’s Dahlberg Arena.... more

Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Dec 30

Live Music in various venues all over town. HAPPY NEW YEAR Missoula!... more

Dramatic 72-71 Come-From-Behind Victory for the Griz Over the Vandals

By DAVE GUFFEY -UM Senior Kareem Jamar made a pair of free throws with 4.1 seconds left to play to lead the Grizzlies to an exciting 72-71 come-from-behind victory over the Idaho.... more

Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Dec 23

Live Music in various venues all over town including Nathan Eyre, David Baty, Band in Motion, and Larry Hirshberg. And check out the ECHO Christmas Eve Service at City Life Community Center.... more

Cherry Tea Cake Cookies

By CAILIN BRINEY - For years I have been making cookie plates to give to my friends and co-workers for Christmas. One of my favorite cookie recipes: Cherry Tea Cake Cookies!... more

Griz Down Dawgs 91-74 (Photo Gallery)

By AUSTIN SMITH -The Montana Grizzlies fought the scoreboard and their own composure Friday evening during an emotionally-charged 91-74 victory over UM-Western. ... more

Doing Ahead vs Thinking Ahead

By MARK RIFFEY - Quite often, I talk with business owners about thinking ahead. But I'm concerned that small businesses are thinking ahead, but stopping there. And here's why that concerns me:... more

Griz Conclude 3-Game Homestand Versus Bulldogs Dec 20

By DAVE GUFFEY - The University of Montana Grizzlies conclude a three-game home-stand, hosting the UM-Western Bulldogs on Friday, Dec. 20, with tip-off at 7:00 p.m. in Dahlberg Arena.... more

Chocolate Fancies

By MELINDA KRAEMER - Christmas at our house comes with an abundance of peppermint bark, dipped pretzels, decorated sugar cookies, fudge, and the family’s very favorite: chocolate fancies. ... more

Griz Smother Saints 73-57 (Photo Gallery)

By AUSTIN SMITH -The Montana Grizzlies notched a low-key victory Sunday evening, cruising effortlessly past the St. Martin’s Saints 73-57.... more

Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Dec 16

Live Music in various venues all over town including John Floridis' Christmas Benefit Concert for the Poverello Center, Community U-Nite at the Kettlehouse to support Zootown Arts Community Center and and more!... more

Lady Griz Streak Broken, Temple Wins 61-52 (Photo Gallery)

By AUSTIN SMITH - The Lady Griz lost their final home non-conference game of the year to the Temple Owls 61-52 Saturday evening, ending their three-win streak. ... more

Bring On The Owls: Lady Griz Hosts Temple Saturday

By JOEL CARLSON - The Montana women’s basketball team will end finals week with a home game against Temple on Saturday night at Dahlberg Arena. The Lady Griz and Owls will tip off at 7 p.m.... more

Griz Defeat Vandals 69-58

By DAVE GUFFEY -Five players in double figures and crucial free throws late in the game helped the Montana Grizzlies win 69-58 over the Idaho Vandals Wed.evening in UM’s Dahlberg Arena.... more

Which Customer Wants to be an Insider?

By MARK RIFFEY - This past weekend, I checked off two to-do list items with one coffee stop. I was looking for a good place to sit, sip and write. I got more than I expected.... more

Griz Back in Action Host Idaho & St. Martin This Week

By DAVE GUFFEY - The Montana Grizzlies are back in action for a pair of home games after more than a week off, hosting Idaho on Wed. Dec., 11 and Saint Martin on Sun. Dec. 15.... more

Perfect Prime Rib

By CHEF HOWARD KARP - Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone, it’s time to start preparing for your perfect Christmas dinner. Prime rib is one of the most popular choices for this special occasion.... more

Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Dec 9

Live Music in various venues all over town and Feed the Zoo Fundraiser at Sean Kelly's for the Missoula Food Bank--featuring live music from a variety of bands as well as a raffle and more!... more

Montana Wins Lady Griz Classic for 30th Time

By JOEL CARLSON - Montana won its own tournament for the 30th time in 33 editions and improved to 63-3 in Lady Griz Classic games. Its tournament winning streak is now at 28 games.... more

Coastal Carolina 42, at Montana 35 in 2nd Round FCS Playoff (Photo Gallery)

By DAVE GUFFEY - As they have done all season long, the Grizzlies battled back from behind, but couldn’t make another last-quarter comeback in their loss to Coastal Carolina.... more

Lady Griz Look For Tournament Title After 59-56 Win (Photo Gallery)

By AUSTIN SMITH - Kellie Cole hit a 3-pointer with 16 seconds to send Montana to a 59-56 victory over Idaho Friday night at Dahlberg Arena on the opening night of the Holiday Inn Lady Griz Classic.... more

Montana Hosts Coastal Carolina in 2nd-Round FCS Game Dec 7

By DAVE GUFFEY - The Montana Grizzlies host the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, Saturday, Dec. 7 in a second-round 2013 NCAA Division I FCS game. Kickoff is at 12:05 p.m. ... more

Run through the Winter with RWM’s Boston/Spring Marathon Training Class

By EVA DUNN-FROEBIG - Local runners can stay motivated to run all winter and train for the Boston Marathon with Run Wild MIssoula's Boston / Spring Marathon Training Class.... more

December in Downtown Missoula: The Best Place to Be for the Holidays

By LINDA McCARTHY - Downtown Missoula is a special place during the holiday season with exceptional shopping, dining and entertainment for everyone in the family. CHECK OUT THESE EVENTS!... more

It’s Time to Break Out the Snow Shovels

The City of Missoula asks all residents to keep their sidewalks clear. Shoveling the sidewalks in front of your property is not only a basic courtesy, it's the law.... more

Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Dec 2

Live Music in various venues all over town, Jingle Bell Run/Walk 5 K, Tour of Trees Fundraiser, the 11th Annual Parade of Lights in Downtown Missoula, and much more!... more

UM’s Coyle Named BSC’s Devensive Play of the Week

By DAVE GUFFEY - The University of Montana’s Brock Coyle was named the league’s Root Sports “Defensive Player of the Week".... more

Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Nov 25

Live Music in various venues all over town, Turkey Day 8K and 3K Fun Run starting at McCormick Park. HAPPY THANKSGIVING MISSOULA!... more

Griz Triumph Over the Cats 28-14 in 113th Brawl of the Wild (Photo Gallery)

By AUSTIN SMITH - “1 - 2 - 3 - Bye Week!” was the cry after the Grizzlies beat the Montana State Bobcats 28-14 in Saturday’s 113th Brawl of the Wild. ... more

Griz Miss Last-Second Shot, SF Wins 75-74 (Photo Gallery)

By AUSTIN SMITH -The late comeback effort by Montana fell short and the University of San Francisco Dons escaped with a 75-74 win Friday night at Dahlberg Arena.... more

Griz Host Dons in Home Opener Tonight

By DAVE GUFFEY - The Montana Grizzlies play their 2013-14 home opener, hosting the University of San Francisco Dons Friday, Nov. 22. Tip-off is at 7:05 p.m. ... more

Elk Hunting: It’s a Young Person’s Game

By BRUCE AUCHLY - So why, you may ask, do I continue to go elk hunting. Each year it gets harder. The mountains are taller. My muscles ache more.... more

How Do You Create The Right Surprises? Baby Steps

By MARK RIFFEY - One of the best ways to figure out ways to transform your customers' experience is to walk through the process of doing business with you in little, tiny steps: Baby Steps.... more

Missoula Community Theatre’s Production of Willy Wonka Opens Dec 13th

Missoula Community Theatre announces the most scrumdidilyumptious musical of the 2013-2014 season -- just in time for the holidays! Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka opens Friday, Dec 13.... more

Griz-Cats Square Off for 113th ‘Brawl of the Wild’ this Saturday in Bozeman

By DAVE GUFFEY - The 5th-ranked Grizzlies conclude their regular-season with a HUGE road game, facing the 13th-ranked Bobcats, Sat. Nov. 23 in Bozeman at 12:10 p.m. ... more

When Life Gives You Crepes (Video Blog!)

By BOB ZIMORINO - In this week's class we're doing crepes--Crepe Manicotti which we convert into Crepe Canneloni and Fresh Fruit Crepes. Here are the recipes and instructions.... more

Lady Griz Down Pilots 68-61 for Selvig’s 800th (Photo Gallery)

By AUSTIN SMITH -Lady Griz Head Coach Robin Selvig is now one of six active Division I women’s basketball coaches to achieve 800 wins after Montana downed Portland 68-61 Monday evening.... more

Countdown to 800: How it All Began for Lady Griz Coach, Robin Selvig

Joel Carlson, assistant SID gives an in-depth look at the Lady Griz head coach Robin Selvig's career including interviews with Tara VanDerveer, Mike Montgomery, and former UM AD, Harley Lewis.... more

Make it Missoula Monday | Week of Nov 18

Happening this week: Live Music in various venues all over town Photos with Santa at the UC Center, Zac Brown at the Adams Center, and much more!... more

Griz Stomp Wildcats 42-6 in Final Home Game (Photo Gallery)

By AUSTIN SMITH -Senior linebacker Jordan Tripp set a school record for fumble recoveries while leading the Grizzlies over the Weber State Wildcats 42-6 Saturday afternoon.... more

Montana Wins over South Dakota State 77-69

By DAVE GUFFEY - Montana’s Kareem Jamar recorded a double-double and the Grizzlies made key free throws late in the contest to win 77-69 over the SDSU.... more

Are You Uncoachable? Drips Can Help

By MARK RIFFEY - Frustrated with the rate of change or accomplishment of new work in your business? I had a conversation recently that might help. It involved coachability and drips.... more

Dodging Deer

By ROB BREEDING - Judging by the deer carcasses that line roadways in the Northern Rockies pretty much year round, I’m convinced they rarely look before they cross the road.... more

Griz Host Weber State on “Senior Day” Nov. 16

By DAVE GUFFEY - The 7th-ranked Montana Grizzlies host the Weber State Wildcats, Saturday, Nov. 16 on “Senior Day” in Washington-Grizzly Stadium. Kickoff is at 12:07 p.m.... more