🌱 MPD Need Help Identifying Driver + Street Closures + Leash Laws

Welcome back, Missoula. I'm here in your inbox per usual to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Breezy in the afternoon. High: 74 Low: 52.
• Sunday: Breezy in the morning. High: 78 Low: 50.

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Here are the top three stories today in Missoula:

1. The Missoula Police Department (MPD) is asking residents of specific areas in Missoula to help identify a suspect vehicle linked to several cases of vehicle damage. They are asking individuals with security cameras to review their camera footage. The vehicle in question is described as a blue Dodge Dakota with four doors. The MPD has specified the time frames for residents to check their footage, which occurred on the morning of Wednesday, May 10th. (ABC Montana)
2. Starting May 15, Street Maintenance crews will begin a street maintenance project on Brooks Street from Mount Avenue to Higgins Avenue. The project aims to repave the section of road, improving the street's durability. Motorists are urged to be cautious and consider alternative routes, if available, during this period. (Newstalk KGVO)
3. A reminder for pet owners, Missoula has a city-wide leash law that requires dogs to be leashed once they leave their owners' premises. While there are some trails and parks where dogs can be off-leash, specific rules and regulations must be followed. Missoula Parks and Recreation, along with Missoula Animal Control, stress the importance of these laws for the safety of people and pets. (KPAX 8)

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Today and tomorrow in Missoula:

Saturday, May 13:

• Farmers Market At Circle Square (8:00 AM)
• Decorating And Planting Flowers At Missoula Public Library (1:00 PM)

Sunday, May 14:

• Sunday Funday Board Games At Cranky Sam Public House (12:00 PM)
• Dustin Drennen At Draught Works Brewery (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Hearing Dog Program is a local program aimed at placing service dogs with families, and they are seeking foster parents. Foster moms and dads will be responsible for helping these golden retriever puppies start their careers as service animals. (The Humane Society Of Western Montana)
• The highly anticipated Downtown ToNight event is just three weeks away, and the upcoming Out to Lunch event is also approaching. Downtown ToNight has an exciting lineup of talented performers scheduled for this year's events. Don't miss the kickoff on Jun. 1 at Caras Park. (Missoula Downtown via Instagram)
• Discover Downtown Missoula on Saturdays, where you can explore not one, but three different markets, sometimes even four. Experience farm-fresh produce, support local artists, and find a variety of unique items. (Missoula Downtown via Instagram)

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— 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.