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Good day Missoula! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How much will Lolo's proposed $7.3M water fix cost homeowners?
  • How Missoula is going pink and what it means for you
  • When can you see Missoula kids perform Disney's Newsies Jr.?

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Cloudy and cooler; p.m. rain, with a high of 52 and low of 33 degrees.
  • Sunday: Showers of rain and snow, temps: high: 39, low: 32.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and not as cold, with a high of 47 and low of 27 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Missoula County considers $7.3M water project in Lolo (missoulacurrent.com) — Missoula County is moving toward a $7.3 million overhaul of Lolo's aging water and wastewater system, which has been out of compliance with state capacity standards. The proposed special improvement district would fund new pumps, pipes, and a Highway 93 main, enabling about 400 new connections. Homeowners in the district would see bond assessments if the plan advances to construction next year.
   

2. PNKMSO campaign paints Missoula pink for breast cancer awareness (kpax.com) — Missoula businesses and health providers are teaming up all month to turn the town pink and push residents to schedule breast cancer screenings. The PNKMSO campaign includes storefront banners, special offers benefiting Cancer Support Community, and a public Pink Party on Oct. 28. Organizers hope the visibility reminds Missoulians to get mammograms and support neighbors in treatment.
   

3. Disney's NEWSIES JR. to Take the Stage at Missoula Children's Theatre This October (broadwayworld.com) — Missoula families can catch local middle and high schoolers performing Disney's Newsies Jr. at Missoula Children's Theatre the weekend of October 30–November 1, with a 60-minute, family-friendly show. Backed by local sponsors and led by experienced educators, the production highlights young performers' talent and offers an accessible way to support youth arts close to home.
   

4. Sterling CRE applies for tax increment financing to begin proposed development of Midtown (nbcmontana.com) — A major redevelopment along Brooks Street in Missoula could soon move forward, as Sterling CRE has applied for tax increment financing from the Missoula Redevelopment Agency to build the new Midtown Market. The project would replace existing businesses with a Whole Foods-anchored retail center, public plaza, and upgraded utilities, pending MRA approval on October 23 and targeting completion by April 2028.
   

5. Photos: Capital defeats Missoula Hellgete 56-26 (406mtsports.com) — Missoula sports fans can see photo highlights from Missoula Hellgate's 56–26 loss to Helena Capital at Vigilante Stadium, featuring key plays from both offenses and defenses. The gallery focuses on Hellgate players' efforts, from first-down runs to defensive stands, offering a visual recap for those who missed the Friday night matchup or want to relive the action.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Found on sidewalk on Russell St, south end of the Fair Ground (between Fairground and YMCA outdoor gym) at the crosswalk intersection where you cross over to Opportunity Resource.
    The dolly is at the YMCA front desk for safe keeping. Please share (Nextdoor Franklin)
  • I saw these guys along the sidewalk here in the neighborhood at around 10:30-10:35AM on 10/8.
    They have collars and clearly belong to someone. I tried to get close and see if they had numbers or addresses on them, but the smaller of the two… (Nextdoor Windsor Park)
  • Finish Line, Inc. posted a job opening for JD Store Management - Southgate Mall, Missoula, MT in Missoula. Apply here.
  • Walmart posted a job opening for Online Order Filling Team Supervisor in Missoula. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Missoula here.

Ok Missoula! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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