96.3 The Blaze

City Councilman – Fireworks Ban to be Strictly Enforced – Fines Imposed on Fourth of July [AUDIO]

Peter Christian — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:28:52 +0000

Make no mistake, the ban on fireworks in the city of Missoula will be strictly enforced, perhaps for the first time in many years, on this coming Fourth of July holiday. Ward one councilman Dave Strohmaier said Tuesday evening that to his recollection, city police and fire authorities did not issue a single citation or [...]

Dave Chapelle on Tour with Flight of the Conchords

KC — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:20:54 +0000

IT'S TRUE! Dave Chapelle didn't disappear into the darkness. He is still alive and kicking. He has announced that he will be teaming up with the Flight of the Conchords for the Oddball Comedy and Curiosity Festival, this summer.

Arrest Made in Vantage Villa Fire – Charges Could Include Arson or Criminal Endangerment [AUDIO]

Peter Christian — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:05:08 +0000

An arrest was made Tuesday morning in relation to the general alarm fire last Thursday at the Vantage Villa apartments. Missoula Fire Marshall Gordy Hughes said the charges could include arson or felony criminal endangerment. “The Missoula Police Department in cooperation with the Missoula Fire Department’s investigators made an arrest in connection with last week’s [...]

East Missoula Area Train Suicide Victim Identified [AUDIO]

Peter Christian — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:29:26 +0000

A transient from Philipsburg has been identified as the man who stood in the path of an oncoming Montana Rail Link train Monday evening near the Deer Creek shooting range, and was struck and killed without attempting to get out of the way. Missoula County Sheriff’s Department Public Information Officer Paige Pavalone released the name [...]

Top 5 Ways to Trick Out Your Float Tube

jacobmchugh — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:34:07 +0000

Floating the river is an annual rite as cherished to Missoulians as the farmer’s market and Grizzly football games. Even though the river is a few summer days away from being in prime floating condition, you can get ready for that perfect day – after all it’s just around the corner. Start getting ready now. [...]

Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne Living Together Again as Black Sabbath Singer Remains Sober

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:55:31 +0000

Black Sabbath's '13' is topping charts worldwide and receiving positive reviews from critics, but Ozzy Osbourne has yet another reason to cherish the moment, as the singer just moved back in with wife Sharon Osbourne following time apart as Ozzy recovered from a drug and alcohol relapse.

'Anchorman 2′ Poster Is Kind of a Big Deal

Britt Hayes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:22:27 +0000

Paramount has released a brand new poster for ‘Anchorman 2,’ and it’s all about that sexy Ron Burgundy mustache, which, in case you didn’t know, is kind of a big deal. The newest poster for ‘Anchorman: The Legend Continues’ is all about facial hair — glorious, lustrous facial hair. Well, it’s really about Ron Burgundy’s [...]

Ministry Announce Release Plans for 13th Studio Album 'From Beer to Eternity'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:58:27 +0000

Ministry have just announced the release of their 13th studio album, 'From Beer to Eternity.' Al Jourgensen has called many Ministry albums the last one the band would ever release, but 'From Beer to Eternity' may very well be their last, as it will be the final Ministry full-length to feature guitarist Mike Scaccia, who passed away last year.

Hairy Stockings Are Designed to Repel Guys You Don't Want Hitting On You

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:07:08 +0000

Summertime is the perfect time to show off those legs. Or is it? Check out these unusual stockings, posted on the Chinese website Sina Weibo. According to the site, they’re “Super sexy, summertime anti-pervert full-leg-of-hair stockings, essential for all young girls going out.” It’s unclear whether they’re real or not, but clearly these should only [...]

Free Beer And Hot Wings Answer Terrible Pageant Questions [FBHW]

Steven Bohner — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:52:03 +0000

Asking a pageant contestant an in depth question about society’s ills is like asking a child to solve a differential equation. You will get a painfully incorrect response. In 2007, we got to experience Miss Teen South Carolina’s horrible response to a pageant question. No one thought anyone would sound dumber. Until, Miss Utah walked [...]

Doug Stanhope – Voice of America [VIDEO SERIES] [SPONSORED]

KC — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:43:50 +0000

Doug Stanhope is set to perform LIVE tonight at the Top Hat in Missoula. Get ready for some in your face comedy, as Doug Stanhope is not affraid to speak his booze filled mind. You know what they say, " A drunk mind speaks a sober heart."

P.O.D. Release Touching New Video for 'Beautiful'

Liz Ramanand — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:59:10 +0000

P.O.D. have revealed their brand new music video for their track beautiful via VEVO. The song is the band’s third single off of their latest album, ‘Murdered Love.’ The video was directed by Rich Ragsdale, who has also directed clips for The Sword and Lenny Kravitz, with co-direction from Brooks Jones. The clip starts off [...]

Our Babe of the Day Liz Hernandez Wants You To Whisper Sweet Nothings In Her Ear

GuySpeed Staff — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:51:29 +0000

Liz Hernandez wants you to whisper in her ear. That is, if you’re in the new ‘Fast & Furious’ flick, or have a killer piece of gossip to share with her wide audience of viewers. But you’re not and you don’t. The radio and red carpet personality formally known as “Luscious” Liz Hernandez currently charms [...]

Watch Russell Brand Completely Humiliate Rude Morning Show Hosts

Emerald Catron — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:24:48 +0000

Granted, this all probably took place at four in the morning, but the hosts of ‘Morning Joe’ are going to have to be sharper than this if they want to stand a chance against Russell Brand. Brand was not having any of their small talk or bad manners and took them to task for it. [...]

Metallica Post Footage of Surprise 'Kill 'Em All' Performance From 2013 Orion Festival

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:57:36 +0000

At the second installment of Metallica's Orion Music + More Festival, the legendary thrash band pulled off a massive surprise by performing their debut album, 'Kill 'Em All,' in its entirety. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but for those who weren't lucky enough to see it for themselves, Metallica have posted some pro-shot video footage of the surprise set.

Rad Dad 2013 – Steve Rosbarsky and His Prize

KC — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:59:36 +0000

The 2013 Father’s Day RAD DAD contest was a huge sucess. Thanks to all of the dads who entered for a chance at being crowned the “coolest dad in western Montana.” As a reward for being a RAD DAD, Steve is now the proud owner of a brand new grill, hand picked by yours truly. [...]

International Choral Festival Still Short of Host Families for 150 Singers [AUDIO]

Peter Christian — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:39:46 +0000

The ninth International Choral Festival is July 17-20 in Missoula, and officials are getting a little nervous that 150 of the over 600 visitors still have no host families, and so the call for volunteers is increasing. Executive Director Melissa Blunt said the time is growing short before singers and performers from all over the [...]

Korn Announces Show at Sturgis South Dakota 2013 Motorcycle Rally

KC — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:38:06 +0000

Korn is peicing the original lineup together, all minus Dave Silveria. Brian "Head" Welch has recently re-joined the band, and they are set to play the Broken Spoke Campground at this year's motorcycle rally in South Dakota.

Deadly Weekend on Montana Highways Draws Comments from Highway Patrol [AUDIO]

Peter Christian — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:45:56 +0000

Eleven people are dead after weekend crashes in Western Montana, three in Sanders County, five near Browning, two near Troy and one just east of Missoula. On Monday, Montana Highway Patrol Sergeant Ramon Zylawi said the death toll would have been significantly reduced if only those involved had been wearing seat belts. “The number one [...]

Veterans and Military Personnel Needed for Osprey Baseball Giant Flag Ceremiony [AUDIO]

Peter Christian — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:45:56 +0000

The Missoula Osprey are having their opening day ceremonies Thursday, June 20 at Ogren Park at Allegiance Field. Osprey officials will be displaying a giant American flag during the national anthem, and need volunteers to hold the flag. Andy English with the Montana Air National Guard said Monday, that veterans and currently serving military personnel [...]