Up in the 406

Often when we look back in time, we find connections we hadn’t noticed before. Here are a few examples. A mansion is built on Missoula’s north side, overlooking the city. A Helena schoolgirl gets a chance to go to the University of Montana, graduating with a degree in English in 1938. A man born in St. Paul, Minn., moves to Missoula and becomes fascinated by a new invention called radio in 1922.

Amy Cilimburg writes, "Though not a space nerd, I was enamored with both their words and images. I wish they were still up there, helping us to pause and consider this oasis that is our earth."

“They say the first step is admitting you have a problem. So today, right here in this column, I admit it. I am a junkie, an addict. I need help.”

Work is underway to update several features at Caras Park in downtown Missoula.

I’m sharing the personal stories – not just my professional resume - with my daughter and her daughter...and, to a lesser degree, with you, in hopes it will spur all of you to your keyboards and document your lives.

The Missoula Police Department responded to another downtown shooting earl Sunday, and arrested two individuals after a brief investigation.

I prefer the good old days. No Internet. Quieter and slower times. Just waiting for my latest Billboard Magazine in the mail, to find out who and what topped the chart this week, and hoping the corners of the magazine weren’t too damaged in the postal process.

Leah Nuese-Yaker and Maiya Roelen write, "A study published this past March found that 64% of young people engaged in service say that mentors play a significant role in helping them reach their goals."

The other day, I found myself reviewing old newspaper clippings in my files, when I came across the following item: “Ferocious Wampus Almost Visits Missoula.”

The festival will feature a lineup of more than 20 performing artists, including The Lumineers, The Chicks, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Rainbow Kitten Surprise and Trampled By Turtles.