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Pilot program is intended to help prepare state for automated vehicles

While the Higgins Avenue bridge remains under construction, the work hasn't derailed a regional effort to rename it in honor of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes.

Since the Missoula Marathon hasn't taken place since 2019, this weekend is a big return for everyone behind the scenes.

Connecting the community with Missoula heritage

In their guided walking tours known as “Unseen Missoula,” they spotlight the unique history of The Garden City.

The Missoula YMCA Riverbank Run is returning in person but with a new course plotted out for the 50th annual event.

COVID-19 update

Orlando Solar Bears Weekly Check-In: Sunshine State Rebound Orlando recovers from a weekend sweep from one Florida team by taking 2 of 3 from the other Florida team. Share this story Fernando Medina/Orlando Solar Bears With this weekend’s slate, the Orlando Solar Bears will officially be through one-third of the regular season. Coming off a rough weekend after being swept by the Florida Everblades, the Solar Bears looked to rebound with a three-game set against their neighbors to the north, t...

Sx͏ʷix͏ʷ͏uytis Smx̣e: With CSKT blessing, Higgins bridge to become Bear Tracks Bridge Martin Kidston/Missoula Current The new $17 million bridge is scheduled for completion this year, which also marks the 130th anniversary of the forced removal of the indigenous people that occupied the valley prior to the arrival of European settlers. and last updated 2021-02-24 18:27:28-05 MISSOULA — After winning the support from the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, the Missou...

Higgins Bridge Could Be Getting A New Name If youve driven down Higgins over the past few months, youre likely already aware that theres a ton of construction happening on the bridge over there. It can be pretty frustrating and cramped for drivers, but it has been cool to see the progress happening there. I walked past it a few days ago and one side of the bridge is like, just gone. Its wild! Itll hopefully all be worth it in the end - once construction is completed, the bridge should be wider,...