Montana Morning News Headlines for Tuesday, January 7
A 45 year-old man is dead after an altercation that occurred at the Poverello Center on Friday evening. One man was in custody, but he has been released. Continue reading…
View ArticleCity Council Approves Fourth Street Condos; Councilor Says Missoula Must...
On January 27, city council members approved the Fourth Street affordable housing project. City councilor Heather Harp spoke to KGVO News about the decision. Continue reading…
View ArticleCity Council Meeting on Precautions Against Coronavirus and Debunking Mask Myths
Although there are no known cases of COVID-19 in Montana, the Missoula Health Department is taking precautions to prevent an outbreak. Continue reading…
View ArticleCity Council Member Explains TIF Funding and Impact on Taxpayers
According to Jesse Ramos, the Reserve pedestrian bridge was paid for with TIF funding, or Tax Increment Financing. The TIF grand total for development in Urban Renewal District III comes out to roughly...
View ArticleCOVID 19 Incident Commander Addresses Sleepy Inn Inspections
Following Monday night’s 9-3 city council vote to approve the sale of the Sleepy Inn Motel to the city of Missoula, COVID 19 Incident Commander Cindy Farr addressed the issue of a published negative...
View ArticleMontana Morning State News Headlines for Thursday, September 3
The Huff Fire that caused the evacuation of Jordan in Garfield County has burned over 40,000 acres. The evacuation was lifted late last night. Continue reading…
View ArticleMontana Morning State News Headlines for Wednesday, November 25
City Council passes ordinance on displaying vaping products by a vote of 8 to 4, with public comments by some who say the ordinance will cost them their jobs. Continue reading…
View ArticleMontana Morning State News Headlines for Monday, April 26
City Police spokesman Travis Welsh appeared on the City Talk segment of Talk Back on Friday answering questions from listeners. Continue reading…
View ArticleCity Council Hears Statistics on Rental Costs and Availability
Listening to the presenters at Wednesday’s City Council Committee of the Whole meeting regarding rental problems in Missoula, it’s easy to understand the deep frustration felt by current renters and...
View ArticleEngen Dusting Elder in Initial Missoula County Election Results
As the first results came out at the Missoula County Election Center at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, it was apparent that incumbent Mayor John Engen would serve a fifth term, as the initial results showed...
View ArticleDave Strohmaier To Announce Bid For Congress
This Saturday, Missoula City Councilman Dave Strohmaier will announce his candidacy for the U. S. House of Representatives seat currently held by Republican Denny Rehberg. I spoke with Mr. Strohmaier...
View ArticleMissoula Chamber; New Mission, New Vision [AUDIO]
New Mission, New Vision for Missoula Chamber of Commerce Continue reading…
View ArticlePotential Office of Planning and Grants Split Up for Discussion Tonight
Many developers in Missoula have complained about the long waits for approvals, permits and project applications. Increased waiting times make projects cost more and delays the time that they can be...
View ArticleCity Council argues over ‘Mother-in-Law’ Apartments [AUDIO]
City Council wrangles over 'accessory dwelling units', or Mother-In-Law apartments. Continue reading…
View ArticleCity of Missoula in Fierce Debate Over Renting Rules
Monday's Missoula city council meeting involved a fiery discussion over a proposed text change to the way Missoula's zoning codes are read. The change would allow owners of single family zoned homes to...
View ArticleMissoula Development Services to Take Public Comment on ADUs This Tuesday
The topic of accessory dwelling units or ADUs will be front and center in Missoula on February 5, when Development Services discusses the issue with the public. Continue reading…
View ArticleKettlehouse Manager Responds to City Council’s Decison to Limit Taproom Hours
Kettlehouse manager responds to city council decision. Continue reading…
View ArticleWant to Run For Mayor of Missoula or City Council? Here’s How . . .
If you've ever considered running to be the mayor of Missoula or a member of the city council, now is the time to file. The filing window is open between April 29 and June 27. Continue reading…
View ArticleMissoula to Consider an Online Privacy Protection Ordinance
The Missoula City Council is considering a new ordinance that may significantly limit the ability of Missoula businesses to gain access to their employee's online information. Continue reading…
View ArticleMissoula City Councilman Ed Childers Explains Vote Against Retroactive...
In a near unanimous decision, the Missoula City Council voted 10 to 1 on Monday, September 9, to retroactively create a restrictive ordinance that directly hampered plans to relocate the Union Gospel...
View ArticleMissoula City Council Members Discuss Adding Salish to Signs on Columbus Day
While many city and state employees were taking the day off for Columbus Day, some Missoula city council members were busy trying to improve the cultural relationship the city shares with the...
View ArticleCity of Missoula Accused of Spending Too Much on Public Works by Not Using...
A representative of Montana's private sector is criticizing the way that the City of Missoula deals with public works projects. Continue reading…
View ArticleMissoula to Debate Free Speech Elements of Anti-Solicitation Ordinance
On Thursday, January 2, U.S. District Federal court judge Edward Lodge ruled against the city of Boise over a set of anti-solicitation laws. Lodge's ruling has shaken up legislation in cities with...
View ArticleFee Increases Proposed For Some Missoula Permits and Services, Nothing But...
Fees have been a hot topic of discussion around Missoula city council meetings as far back as April and on Monday, they were finally the main focus. Continue reading…
View ArticleMissoula to Ban Apple Watch While Driving? Here’s the Scoop
A Missoula city ordinance against using hand-held mobile phones while driving took effect in February of 2013, and already, members of city council are concerned that it is outdated. Continue reading…
View ArticleMissoula City Council Lowers Tax Increase
The Missoula City Council received their taxable value numbers from the Department of Revenue this week and some good news came from the report back. Continue reading…
View ArticleOrdinance Will “Force Missoula Gun Show Out of Operation” Says Gun Show Chair
Missoula Gun Show officials say Missoula city council has not attempted to contact them to find out how the ordinance would impact the local show or to hear their point-of-view. Continue reading…
View ArticleElection Day November 3 in Missoula County – Last Minute Reminders
Tomorrow is Election Day for Missoula County! Continue reading…
View ArticleElections Administrator – No Primaries Needed For City Elections
There will be no primary election required for the upcoming municipal elections for mayor, the city council and for municipal court judge, Continue reading…
View ArticleShriners Say Missoula Regulations Led Circus to $18,000 in Losses
The 2017 Shrine Circus In Missoula appears to have been the last, unless the Missoula City Council decides to change its mind. Continue reading…
View ArticleCouncil – Commissioners Adopt Renewable Energy Agreement by 2030
This week the Missoula City Council and the Missoula County Commissioners adopted a resolution to utilize renewable energy for electricity by the year 2030. Continue reading…
View ArticleMontana Morning State News Headlines for Thursday, June 20
Ward 4 City Councilor Jesse Ramos has helped to recruit enough new candidates that a primary election may be necessary that might cost the city nearly $50,000. Continue reading…
View ArticleCity of Missoula Announces City Council Candidate Forums
The City of Missoula’s Office of Neighborhoods will be hosting city council candidate forums on four nights in the month of September. Continue reading…
View ArticleCity Council Hears Plans for Winter Housing for the Homeless
Preparations are underway to house and protect the homeless in Missoula as the winter approaches. Continue reading…
View ArticleSix New Missoula City Council Members Sworn in by Mayor Engen
Every two years the Missoula City Council is infused with new members, or with members who have been reelected, and the swearing in ceremony for the new members was Monday at noon n the Missoula...
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