🌱 City Chats In The Park + Marshall Mtn. Master Plan Ready For Review

Hello again, neighbors. It's Thursday in Missoula and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: A couple of morning showers. High: 71 Low: 51.
• Friday: Cloudy, a shower and t-storm. High: 73 Low: 51.

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Here are the top three stories today in Missoula:

1. The City of Missoula has kicked off a series of informal public meetings designed to give members of the community a chance to speak with city staff and Mayor Jordan Hess. The goal is to remove barriers for the public to be able to access their local government officials. The first event was held at Boyd Park, and a city spokesperson said it was a success. The next City Chat will be held on Jun. 22 at Franklin Park. (NBC Montana)
2. Authorities are investigating after a person was found unresponsive in Missoula on Tuesday evening. Police received a 911 call about a person under a tree in the area of McCormick and Silver Parks. First responders attempted life-saving measures, but the person was pronounced dead at the scene. The Missoula County Sheriff and Coroner's Office is investigating, although foul play is not suspected. The victim's identity and cause of death have not been released as of Wednesday. (NBC Montana)
3. The proposed Master Plan for Marshall Mountain Park is now available for public review. The plan includes feedback from local residents and covers safety improvements, public access, and long-term development opportunities. Proposed upgrades include the construction of a vault toilet and improved ADA access. City officials noted that the plan is still flexible to allow for phased implementation as funding is available. See the proposed master plan here. (KPAX)

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Today and tomorrow in Missoula:

Thursday, May 25

• Saunter With A Naturalist At Milltown State Park Overlook Trailhead (10:00 AM)
• West African Dance Class At The Barn Movement Studio (6:00 PM)

Friday, May 26

• Live Music: Lockwood Bluegrass At Highlander Beer (6:00 PM)
• Solid Sound Karaoke At Westside Lanes (9:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Yoga in the Park will be returning in two weeks! Free classes will take place at McCormick Park on Tuesdays throughout June, July, and August from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Missoula Parks and Recreation via Instagram)
• Have you heard of the Missoula Marathon Big 3 Challenge? This includes completing three races over three days, starting with the Missoula Marathon Beer Run, then the Tony Banovich 5k run, and finally the Missoula full or half Marathon. (Missoula Marathon via Instagram)
• The High School Social Studies Committee with Missoula County Public Schools has selected curricula for the upcoming school year. The materials can be reviewed by the public for the next 30 days at Administration Building A, 909 South Avenue West. (Missoula County Public Schools via Facebook)

That's it for today! I'll see you back in your inbox soon with another update.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.