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Montana has allocated $39 million in federal housing tax credits to five projects that will build or rehabilitate 160 affordable homes. Developments in Missoula, Billings, Kalispell, Livingston, and Miles City will support families and seniors while creating hundreds of jobs statewide.
The City of Missoula is planning a 2026 redesign of its official website and is inviting residents to share ideas for improvements. A short survey is open through December 30, and community feedback will help create a more helpful and user friendly online experience.
Missoula Commons has launched a comprehensive Community Resource Library with guides for crisis support, housing, food access, healthcare, legal help, seniors, families, and immigrant communities. These pages make it easier for residents to find the services they need.
Working Dogs for Conservation turns high-drive rescue dogs into powerful allies for wildlife protection. From Missoula, these canine teams track rare species, stop poaching, detect invasive threats, and support environmental justice, advancing conservation across the world.
The Poverello Center provides food, shelter, medical respite, and compassionate outreach for Missoulians facing crisis. As a cornerstone of community support, the Pov offers dignity, stability, and pathways to housing while welcoming volunteers and donors to help sustain its mission.
All Nations Health Center provides Indigenous-led, culturally grounded medical, dental, and behavioral health services for Native people and the broader Missoula community. Its integrated, trauma-informed approach supports whole-person wellness rooted in culture and connection.
Missoula Parks and Recreation is gathering community input to shape the future of Splash Montana as the waterpark approaches its 20th anniversary. A short online survey invites feedback on programs, food service, safety, and visitor experience. The survey is open through January 7, 2026.
Missoula Parks & Recreation has released the draft West Broadway River Corridor Master Plan for public review. The plan outlines major habitat restoration, safer river access, trail improvements, and long-term revitalization of the Clark Fork. Community feedback is open through Dec. 14.
Montana public health officials are responding to the state’s first measles outbreak in 35 years, and Missoula Public Health (MPH) has released an exposure notice after learning that a
Missoula Animal Services has completed a significant expansion of its shelter facility, creating more space, improved care areas, and better public access for pet adoptions. The project, which broke ground
