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Missoula’s $800,000 Pedestrian Bridge Slated for Removal Less Than a Decade After Construction
Regarding Masks Mandates, Montana Governor and State Superintendent Urge School Boards, Administrators to Listen to Parents and Science
Missoula Superintendent Watson: Mandatory Mask Mandate For Students “Until Further Notice”
Chemtrails and Compliance
Montana Democrats Share Photo of “Freezer Morgue” That’s Actually A Mobile MRI Unit, Hospital Says
Let Me Introduce Myself
Hello, my name is Travis Mateer, a writer and tax-activist from Missoula, Montana, who in past incarnations online has written under the pseudonyms William Skink and lizard. What am I doing here? That’s a good question, and the answer is even better. I’m here to do a weekly report UNIQUE to the audience…
Missoula Community to Host Election Education Event at Crosspoint Church
MISSOULA, Mont. (May 11, 2024) — Crosspoint Church will host an election education event on May 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 7500 Mullan Road. The event aims to inform the community about the importance of participating in the upcoming primary and general elections. Candidates from various races will be present to engage with…
The Target for Today: Missoula County, Montana
Missoula City and County governance has adopted failed policy positions of places like San Francisco and Portland, and it’s really starting to show
Eyewitness: Montana’s Transurrection
The riot in the Montana House chambers was premeditated, and here is the evidence that made it clear to me.
Montana Legislature Approves Freedom Caucus Censure Demand of Trans Missoula Rep. Zephyr
The House approved the censure after the transgender representative said the legislature would see blood on their hands for banning “sex change” surgeries for minors
Montana Freedom Caucus Demands Censure of Missoula Representative Zephyr
The trans Missoula Rep. said he hoped the next time the Legislature prayed they would see blood on their hands if they banned “sex change” operations on minor children
Former Missoula Councilor Vindicated After “Sleepy Inn” Pandemic Boondoggle
The City of Missoula is attempting to sell the rundown motel originally purposed as a “quarantine shelter” at a $200,000 taxpayer loss
Missoula Republican Chair Calls Police on Another Member
This is not the first time Vondene Kopetski has called the police on a fellow Republican, but Missoula Republicans should make it the last
Why Are Republicans Censoring Election Integrity Efforts?
I recently attended a program hosted by the Montana Election Integrity Project and learned some rather disturbing facts. This group has been shinning the light on Montana election irregularities for more than 20 years. One of the group’s supporters tried to pass out fliers announcing this meeting to the Missoula Pachyderms Club and was refused. In addition,…
Missoula Weather
Missoula Crime Reports
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Elevated crime rates with diverse incidents reported across the city.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Diverse incidents reported with prominent small crimes and disturbances.
Monday, December 8, 2025
Multiple incidents recorded with a focus on public safety responses.
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Early morning disruptions lead into a day marred by disturbances and assistance needs.
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Elevated Vehicle and Hazard Incidents Across Missoula
Friday, December 5, 2025
Multiple Incidents and Crime Trends Across Neighborhoods
Thursday, December 4, 2025
A surge in abandoned vehicle reports and multiple incidents of disorderly conduct.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
A focus on DUIs and property crimes in city neighborhoods
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Concentration of Accidents and Suspicious Activity
Monday, December 1, 2025
Notable rise in accidents and suspicious activities across Missoula.