Greg Baird

A recent transplant to Missoula from New York City. People always think I must be having serious culture shock, but when it all comes down to it this is exactly the change I was looking for. New York will always be in my blood, but I am proud to call Montana my home.

Where Do You Dine Outside in Missoula?

Take this poll and tell us your favorite place to dine in Missoula when the weather is nice.

What Restaurant Does Missoula Need? [POLL]

Which restaurant chain would you love to see come to Missoula?

Markus Kaarma Sentenced to 70 Years

Following a hearing in which Judge McLean denied the defense team's request for a retrial (as well as a change in the charge), Markus Kaarma was sentenced to 70 years with no option for parole until 20 years have been served.

Last Chance to Share the Warmth for Local Montanans

It sure is cold outside, and the Bob Wards 'Share the Warmth' clothing drive is coming to an end on Wednesday, December 31. Be sure to get your used coats and boots to any Bob Wards location in exchange for a 10% off coupon!

UPDATE – Markus Kaarma Speaks, Emotional Testimony from Diren Dede’s Parents [YouTube]

The day after Markus Kaarma was found guilty of deliberate homicide, three people who were silent throughout the trial were finally heard, including Kaarma himself.

Defense Rests in Markus Kaarma Case [YouTube]

The defense rested this morning in the trial of Markus Kaarma with testimony from Dr. Douglas Johnson, a forensic consultant specializing in responses to stress. Defense also showed the jury video of Kaarma in the police station before his formal interview and after he was formally charged with deliberate homicide in the shooting death of German exchange student Diren Dede.

Defense Accuses Missoula Police of Failures in Markus Kaarma Investigation

The defense presented its first witness on the sixth day of the trial of Markus Kaarma, who has been accused of deliberate homicide in the fatal shooting of Diren Dede, a German foreign exchange student who entered Kaarma's garage on the night of April 27, 2014. He was there to testify to failures on the part of the Missoula Police Department in their investigation of the shooting, but ended up de

Kaarma Neighbors Refute Accusations of Bias [YouTube]

Testimony in the Markus Kaarma trial heated up this afternoon with the testimony of Leslie Wozniak and Terry Klise, as the defense ramped up accusations of bias against Markus Kaarma.

Diren Dede’s Friend Robby Pazmino Describes Markus Kaarma Shooting in Court [YouTube]

Robby Pazmino, the Ecuadorian exchange student who was with Diren Dede when Dede entered Markus Kaarma's garage, took the stand on the fourth day of Kaarma's trial in Missoula.

Janelle Pflager Describes the Shooting of Diren Dede and its Aftermath in Day Two of the Markus Kaarma Trial

On day two of the Markus Kaarma trial in Missoula, Kaarma's partner Janelle Pflager took the stand again to continue her testimony, describing the night of the shooting and its aftermath.

Give the Gift of a Smile [SPONSORED]

A beautiful smile can make a big difference in a person's life. You can surprise someone you care about this holiday season by nominating them for a free orthodontic treatment with Dennehy Orthodontics.

First Night Missoula 2015

Missoula's 21st annual New Year's Eve celebration of the arts is coming!