Melissa Rafferty

1 week ago | kpax.com | Mark Martin |Melissa Rafferty

MISSOULA — Missoula's annual Greekfest celebration is underway, offering visitors a chance to experience authentic Greek culture, cuisine and traditions. The two-day festival features traditional Greek food, music and cultural displays at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Christian Church. Father Nektarios Karantonis, priest at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Christian Church, describes the event as a "feast for the senses" and an opportunity for the community to experience Greek hospitality.

2 weeks ago | kpax.com | Mark Martin |Melissa Rafferty

MISSOULA — The U.S. Postal Service's National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign is in full swing during the month of June, as incidents involving dog attacks on postal employees rose to more than 6,000 cases last year across the country. This year's theme is "Secure Your Dog, Keep Deliveries on Track," highlighting the importance of responsible pet ownership to ensure mail carrier safety. USPS officials say that while many people are dog lovers, few are dog experts.

2 weeks ago | kpax.com | Melissa Rafferty

MISSOULA — An 80-year-old man in a mobility scooter was struck and killed by a vehicle Friday evening on North Reserve Street in Missoula. The Missoula Police Department reports that just before 11 p.m., officers responded to the area of North Reserve Street and American Way for a report of a vehicle versus pedestrian collision. Police say an 80-year-old man operating a mobility scooter was crossing North Reserve Street when he was struck by a vehicle traveling southbound.

3 weeks ago | kpax.com | Mark Martin |Melissa Rafferty

MISSOULA — The Missoula police and fire departments on Wednesday kicked off the city's official budgeting season, seeking funds to cover inflationary costs and to fill their anticipated needs over the new fiscal year. Police Chief Mike Colyer said his department is facing a roughly 6% operational increase, with many needs scaled back.

1 month ago | kpax.com | Mark Martin |Melissa Rafferty

KALISPELL — A special education teacher at West Valley School in Kalispell has been recognized for going the extra mile in her classroom. Megan Malia, who teaches life skills special education, received a $500 grant as the May winner of the One Class at a Time award, sponsored by KPAX and Noller Automotive Supercenter.