Megan Mannering
PPL program powers Fuel Fitness through Montana shutdown, reboot
Fitness centers across the country are still navigating their reopenings with new protocol. For a popular chain of gyms in Montana, updated loan parameters have helped them and their members get back up and running.
UM career coaches offer guidance for grads on the job hunt
Diplomas have been received, tassels turned and the hope of landing your first job is finally in sight, or at least it was before the pandemic.
Navigating the job market has never looked so grim. But is it really?
Laughing Grizzly faces unique challenges as casino-restaurant during pandemic
Despite losing nearly 85% of their revenue, the owners of the Laughing Grizzly are determined to bounce back stronger than ever once this ends. Before any mention of the COVID-19 pandemic, Tyler and Natasha Hendrick of Missoula had one major goal in life.
Economic Recovery Task Force offers support for Missoula businesses
Comprised of 17 different public and private for and nonprofit entities, the Missoula County Economic Recovery Task Force is making sure Missoula businesses not only recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, but prosper once it’s finally over.
Missoula’s Montgomery Distillery to produce hand sanitizer for first-responders
When word spread last week that non-essential businesses should close due to the coronavirus, the owner of one local distillery, Ryan Montgomery, knew things were going to get tough for his business.
Engen on virus response: “These are complicated moving parts”
MTN News sat down with Missoula Mayor John Engen on Tuesday who said that while it’s all hands on deck, he wants the community to know that Missoula is in good shape.
Missoula bar, restaurant closures concern some business owners
A decision to close bars and limit restaurant services came in the form of a directive issued by the Missoula City-County Health Department on Monday. But not all business owners like the decision.
Missoula Food Bank to save thousands with solar power
The Missoula Food Bank and Community Center is making major strides towards energy efficiency. The organization unveiled 60 solar panels that will aid in generating electricity for the facility on Thursday.
Developers eye former Grant Creek gravel quarry for apartment project
At a Grant Creek Neighborhood meeting last week, developers presented their plan for multiple apartments to be built on what’s currently a gravel quarry within the neighborhood.
Visiting climate change expert spurs enthusiasm in Missoula
Hundreds of people packed the Wilma Wednesday night for a community conversation about climate change. Hosted by Climate Smart Missoula and other organizations, the event welcomed climate change expert Rob Davies, a professor at Utah State University.