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![MRA officially adopts new Missoula workforce housing program](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2018/01/Housing.jpg?w=980&q=75)
MRA officially adopts new Missoula workforce housing program
A pilot program that looks to boost the construction of workforce housing and direct revenue into the city's Affordable Housing Trust Fund was approved by the Missoula Redevelopment Agency's board of commissioners on Thursday.
![Missoula police arrest 20 year-old after morning gunshots](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2021/10/Police.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Missoula police arrest 20 year-old after morning gunshots
A 20 year-old male was taken into custody early Thursday after the Missoula Police Department responded to reports of gunshots off South Russell Street.
![Viewpoint: Praise, thank and protect Montana’s tow-truck drivers](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2019/06/police-car-lights.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Viewpoint: Praise, thank and protect Montana’s tow-truck drivers
Vincent Vaccaro writes, "They stay cleaning glass, oil and debris off the road, keeping us all safe. They clear vehicles off the roads so we can drive on them without danger. Many times, they’re doing this work alone with no extra protection."
![City officials: Property taxes at “breaking point” under state system](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2021/07/housing-growth.jpg?w=980&q=75)
City officials: Property taxes at “breaking point” under state system
The state's shift in property taxes away from corporations to homeowners is reaching a breaking point as households struggle, Missoula city officials said.
![The latest clash over managing WaState’s wolves](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/09/attachment-wolves.jpg?w=980&q=75)
The latest clash over managing WaState’s wolves
Conservationists want the state to update rules for when the animals can be killed after having run-ins with livestock. State wildlife officials are opposed.
![Some seek clarity on long-term Marshall costs as hearing date nears](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/04/attachment-Marshall-Mountain.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Some seek clarity on long-term Marshall costs as hearing date nears
Citing everything from economic opportunity to childhood education, a number of people spoke in favor Wednesday of the proposed public acquisition of Marshall Mountain – a move that will require around $2 million in funding from the open space bond and an estimated $400,000 in annual maintenance costs.
![Wildlife advocates ask FWP for better public involvement on wolf plan](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2023/02/attachment-Wolves.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Wildlife advocates ask FWP for better public involvement on wolf plan
Nine wildlife groups sent a letter to Fish, Wildlife & Parks Director Dustin Temple asking for more diverse public involvement in the development of Montana’s updated wolf management plan.
![Affordable, market-rate housing still eyed in Scott Street project](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2019/10/white-pine-development.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Affordable, market-rate housing still eyed in Scott Street project
Ongoing efforts to develop 9 acres off Scott Street with a blend of affordable and market rate housing continues to move forward, and the blend of housing types slated for a community land trust is becoming clearer.
![Former Missoula council member Ramos named director of AFP](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2018/01/Jesse-Ramos.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Former Missoula council member Ramos named director of AFP
Former Missoula City Council member Jesse Ramos has been named the new state director for the conservative political organization Americans for Prosperity.
![Marshall Mountain cost estimates clearer as purchase decision looms](http://townsquare.media/site/1098/files/2022/12/attachment-Marshall-Mountain-biking.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Marshall Mountain cost estimates clearer as purchase decision looms
The breakdown of costs related to the acquisition and long-term operation of Marshall Mountain became clearer on Tuesday when Missoula County set a joint hearing with the city regarding the allocation of funding from the Open Space Bond.