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UM interviews 4 finalists for new vice provost for student success

By Mari HallDecember 17, 2018

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The University of Montana must build its students’ confidence and bolster their hope for the future, a finalist for the school’s new vice provost for student success said Monday. Sarah Swager was the last of four finalists to give an on-campus presentation making her case for the new position in UM President Seth Bodnar’s cabinet. UM plans to announce its selection … [Read more...] about UM interviews 4 finalists for new vice provost for student success

Mercantile set for February opening with plenty of bustle; shops, restaurants to follow

By Martin KidstonDecember 17, 2018

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With touches of history scattered throughout, the lobby of the Mercantile hotel in downtown Missoula is taking shape, with a grand opening slated for early February. HomeBase LLC, the Bozeman-based developer, led members of the City Council and economic leaders on a tour of the facility Monday, revealing a finely appointed project that represents a $40 million investment in … [Read more...] about Mercantile set for February opening with plenty of bustle; shops, restaurants to follow

Missoula Rep. Kimberly Dudik announces candidacy for Montana attorney general

By Martin KidstonDecember 17, 2018

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State Rep. Kimberly Dudik on Monday announced her candidacy for Montana attorney general, a statewide seat that opens in 2020 when sitting AG Tim Fox is termed out after eight years in office. Dudik, a Missoula attorney and small-business owner starting her seventh year in the Legislature, said criminal justice reform and public safety stand high on her radar. “I've … [Read more...] about Missoula Rep. Kimberly Dudik announces candidacy for Montana attorney general

VIDEO: Zootown Arts planning big move into downtown Misosula

By Martin KidstonDecember 17, 2018

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https://youtu.be/uiPNNPXyLas After 10 years at its current location, the Zootown Arts Community Center is bursting at the seams. But it's also dreaming big, with plans to move across the railroad tracks to start a new chapter in downtown Missoula. At 17,000 square feet, the Studebaker Building will essentially double the 8,500-square-foot facility ZACC has occupied on … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Zootown Arts planning big move into downtown Misosula

Zootown Arts Community Center eager for move to new downtown facility

By Martin KidstonDecember 17, 2018

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After 10 years at its current location, the Zootown Arts Community Center is bursting at the seams. But it's also dreaming big, with plans to move across the railroad tracks to start a new chapter in downtown Missoula. For executive director Kia Liszak, the move can't come soon enough (watch accompanying video). “In the last five or six years, we've grown exponentially,” … [Read more...] about Zootown Arts Community Center eager for move to new downtown facility