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MDT: Downtown bridge girders were 'cut' during deconstruction; delay expected

22-07-2021

The rehabilitation of Beartracks Bridge in downtown Missoula may be delayed after the Montana Department of Transportation discovered that several

Missoula embarks on code reform to improve consistency, predictability

21-07-2021

Missoula reform efforts are aimed at streamlining regulatory codes developed more than a decade ago and remain scattered across a

Missoula County hires PR firm as it embarks on zoning-code update

21-07-2021

Updating the zoning code in the Missoula metropolitan area is a heavy lift, one the county has been eyeing now

More industrial proposals land near the Wye in county's new development district

21-07-2021

The new Economic Development District created by Missoula County near the Wye last winter has landed one of its first

Mountain Line named top transit system for its size in US, Canada

20-07-2021

Two months after receiving federal funding to grow its fleet of electric vehicles, Mountain Line got more good news on

Six years: Main Street business Pie Hole endures the pandemic with pizzas

19-07-2021

Tourists are back, businesses are open and Pie Hole is welcoming the slow return to normal, especially after a difficult

Missoula College nursing degree ranked No. 1 in Montana

19-07-2021

Missoula College, part of the University of Montana, won its top ranking for first-time pass rates for licensure and academic

Downtown Missoula Partnership plans Caras Park improvements in October

16-07-2021

With the Beartracks Bridge project under construction in downtown Missoula and a stormwater project planned this fall, the Downtown Missoula

Missoula's public works eyes new Scott Street facility, interchange at I-90

16-07-2021

While the city and county of Missoula look to the downtown federal building to meet their spatial needs, the city's

Montana's labor force shows signs of growth, but inflation lingers

16-07-2021

The Montana Department of Labor and Industry on Friday said total employment for Montana grew by 1,800 workers, not quite

Missoula fire seeks land purchase in FY22 budget for new station in Mullan area

14-07-2021

Along with a funding request to expand the mobile crisis team, the Missoula Fire Department is also looking to the

Agreement signed for signalized intersection at Mary Jane and West Broadway

14-07-2021

Missoula County signed off on an agreement this week with the city and Montana Department of Transportation regarding the design,

Airline worker shortage throws wrench into Montana's travel surge

14-07-2021

The secret’s out on Montana and all of its facets of recreation. Because of this, airline route planners have boosted

'A lot happier:' Hard hit by pandemic, Missoula spa rebounds with delight

13-07-2021

Since opening again, Skin Chic has made it a goal to become more invested in the community, especially within the

Missoula airport seeks solutions to car rental shortage, price increases

13-07-2021

A national rental car shortage has created challenges for travelers over the past few months, and those able to find

Despite delay, Mullan infrastructure work to beat federal deadlines

13-07-2021

While plans to begin the Mullan infrastructure project were delayed by rising costs and a workforce shortage until next year,

Missoula County looks to 'missing middle,' fewer barriers to address housing shortage

12-07-2021

As Missoula County updates its zoning codes and explores future development, it plans to reduce barriers that drive up the

City set to build third courtroom for two additional municipal court judges

08-07-2021

With a new law in place requiring an election for all municipal court judges, the City of Missoula is racing

Engen unveils FY22 executive budget: Social services, housing, planning

07-07-2021

While a break down of the budget hasn't yet been provided, its highlights include an investment of more than $4.5

Missoula City Council supports special election on 3% marijuana sales tax

07-07-2021

Voicing frustration over a lack of ways to fund local services, the Missoula City Council on Wednesday jumped at the

Missoula Planning board approves industrial development; bird habitat nearby

07-07-2021

The planning board on Tuesday night approved an eight-lot industrial subdivision on bare land west of Missoula, saying the need

Drought, heat driving up power prices for some Montana customers

06-07-2021

The drought and unusually hot weather have dropped hydroelectric reservoirs to historic lows in California and other parts of the

Under new owner, Market on Front moves past pandemic

06-07-2021

Market On Front is celebrating it’s two year anniversary under new owner Dennis Round. Throughout the pandemic, the downtown business

Partners line up behind Brooks Street transformation, federal planning grant

05-07-2021

As the City of Missoula pursues the transformation of the Brooks Street corridor, it will receive the backing of Missoula

Montana rail partners pursue funding to detail economic benefits of passenger service

05-07-2021

With the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority up and running, its members and partners across the state will now seek

Missoula County to decide whether voters have say on local 3% marijuana tax

01-07-2021

With the sale of recreational marijuana set to for legalization in Montana next year, Missoula County will consider asking voters

Missoula County signs off on pursuit of federal building; downtown properties to open up

01-07-2021

The city and county of Missoula this week made official their pursuit of the downtown federal building, a move they

'Direly needed:' Airport races to finish new terminal as air traffic, passengers return

30-06-2021

Construction on the first phase of the new passenger terminal at Missoula International Airport continues to advance on schedule, and

Passenger counts at MSO rebound: Carriers extend service to Chicago, Minneapolis, San Fran

30-06-2021

Passenger counts at Missoula International Airport continue to inch toward normal levels faster than the national average, and even seasonal

Missoula approves increase in development fees to fund staffing, accelerate project review

29-06-2021

Now months the in the making, development fees will increase by 15% to fund the staffing increases needed to complete

Taser contract, de-escalation training will fully equip Missoula police officers

29-06-2021

Citing an opportunity to save money and properly equip the city's police officers, the Missoula City Council on Monday approved

Missoula County extends window for development delayed by infrastructure work

28-06-2021

For the second time in a month, Missoula County has pointed to delays in financing and other complex issues rather

Missoula to receive $2.3M in payment for federal lands; $36M across Montana

28-06-2021

Counties across western Montana and beyond will receive an estimated $36 million in funding this fiscal year to provide a

Missoula Chamber CEO Latrielle to head state childcare advisory council

28-06-2021

A 2019 survey by the Missoula Chamber asked parents how they felt about child-care options in the Missoula area. The

Missoula County cites benefits of joining city in acquiring downtown federal building

26-06-2021

Missoula County could join the city in voting to accept the downtown federal building free of charge from the National

Missoula will help manage Marshall Mountain access following sale

26-06-2021

The owners hope to have Missoula assume public ownership within the next two years. Missoula won't have to annex the

Live-work development north of Wye wins approval from Missoula County

25-06-2021

A proposed live-work development on 3 acres off Highway 93 north of the Wye got the green light from the

Engen unveils key priorities for FY22 budget: Housing, infrastructure, safety and equity

24-06-2021

The City Council will use the priorities when allocating funding to various city programs and departments over the next year.

Montana unemployment falls to 3.6% and 3.2% in Missoula; inflationary fears linger

24-06-2021

Some businesses have been forced to cut back hours over their inability to find workers. Others have had to ramp

Montana's passenger rail authority poised for boost from Tester transportation amendment

23-06-2021

A measured tucked into this year's Surface Transportation Investment Act could add momentum to a statewide effort to restore passenger

Mountain Line lands $3.6M to continue electric-fleet expansion, charging stations

23-06-2021

Missoula public transit system received a boost in the form of $3.6 million this week to continue growing its fleet

Council votes to accept federal building, share renovation costs with Missoula County

23-06-2021

With the opportunity at hand, the Missoula City Council on Wednesday placed its unanimous support behind plans to accept the

Marshall Mountain sale confirmed, ending weeks of uncertainty

23-06-2021

Two weeks ago, Missoula developer Rick Wishcamper submitted a backup offer, and Tuesday the sale closed. Wishcamper plans to own

Missoula voters may consider 3% marijuana tax; county to explore uses of revenue

22-06-2021

More than 70% of Missoula County voters approved a ballot initiative last year legalizing the sale of recreational marijuana. Now,

City: Shortened timeline for development review could trim Missoula's housing costs

22-06-2021

A city proposal to increase the fees it places on reviewing new development in an effort to speed up and

Missoula County buys 27 acres for gravel quarry; purchase will 'save money'

22-06-2021

After due diligence and a favorable appraisal, Missoula County on Tuesday approved the closing documents on 27 acres of land

Big Dipper navigates pandemic with focus on community, unity

22-06-2021

One of the larger issues went beyond just financial recovery however. Beaton’s biggest learning experience during the past two years

Largest in Montana: Missoula County inks agreement for solar array atop jail

21-06-2021

What's believed to be the largest rooftop solar array in Montana will soon sit atop the Missoula County jail, where

Development interest returns to Riverfront Triangle in downtown Missoula

20-06-2021

A year after a local investor pulled the plug on a proposed hotel and entertainment venue in downtown Missoula, a

MRA to pursue federal funding to move Brooks rapid transit corridor study forward

20-06-2021

The Missoula Redevelopment Agency on Thursday agreed to make $50,000 available as a match to an anticipated federal planning grant

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