Jon King
Snow Records Broken? Here Are the Facts
Post Your Good Samaritan Snow Reports Here
I was delighted this morning when Peter asked everyone to call in with polite recomendations for the city plows and instead of whining, we were treated to tales of heroism, work ethic, and neighborly service. So, if you have a great story of someone helping you out please leave a comment of thanks along with your tale.
New Weather System on Its Way, City Reveals Its Snow Plow Priorities
The intense snow system that is pummeling Missoula is almost over, but as it leaves a new storm system will move in to take its place. Although the new system should be less aggressive than its predecessor, Missoula Weather Service forecaster Marty Whitmore details why we should still be concerned.
Structure Fire on Snow Bowl Road [Update]
Missoula Rural Firefighters are actively fighting a structure fire at 750 Snow Bowl Road. The public is asked to stay away from the area. The only information we have at this time is that the west side of the residence is engulfed and that firefighters are doing all they can to mitigate the damage.
Missoula Downtown Association Awards Dinner
The Missoula Downtown Association (MDA) is preparing to host its annual Membership Awards Dinner. The banquet will cover the accomplishments of 2011 and honor the 12 individuals it has selected for the coveted Downtown Award. The membership will also ratify new individuals that have been asked to serve on the board and confirm the officers for the coming year. Tickets are $35 per person and sponsor tables are available for groups of 10 and 5 at the cost of $500 and $250 respectively.
Snow Shovel vs. Snow Blower, the Ultimate Grudge Match [poll]
Amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act Underway
More Snow on the Way, Avalanch Danger on the Rise
The snow is going to keep falling and although there is less likelihood of freezing rain on Friday, the thick accumulation of snow isn't going to be fun to drive in either. Warning Coordination Meteorolgist at Weather Service Missoula, Marty Whitmore explains how much snow we can expect by the time the storm runs out.
Grizzly Football Social in Kalispell
The Flathead Valley Chapter of the Grizzly Scholarship Association is bringing Coach Robin Pflugrad, Director of Athletics Jim O'Day, and other UM staff members out to Kalispell to celebrate the Montana Football team's class of 2012. The event will run a video showing off the teams signees this year and will offer hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar to those in attendance. The event will be held on Thursday February 2nd at the Kalispell Hilton Garden Inn and Convention Center. The social will run from 5:30 to 7:30 P.M. and tickets are $10 per person at the door. For more info contact the Grizzly Scholarship Association at 243-6481.

