This Week’s Trending Missoula Stories: June 7, 2013

Here's a look at some of the biggest stories trending in Missoula from 107.5 Zoo FM

• A Pennsylvania doctor on a guided fishing trip in southwestern Montana went home with an amazing tale of hauling in a 25-pound lunker — a baby moose plucked from the rushing waters. Read More

• The largest city in Montana is one of five cities in the U.S. that recently received the honor of having a ship named after them. Read More

• The Missoula business community has come forward to replace the trees damaged or destroyed by vandals last weekend. Read More

• Berries with Hepatitis A may have been sold in Montana. Read More

• Have you ever thought about where Missoula's drinking water comes from? Or, better still, what becomes of the water when we flush or turn on the faucet? Read More

• A researcher dug into the data of the wildly different pronunciations and vocabulary that parts of this country use to define the exact same things. Here are the 7 words people in Montana just cannot seem to agree on... Read More

• When you buy a frosty tall boy or 12 pack of beer at your local convenience store, exactly how much of that money goes to "The Man?" In the state of Montana, about $0.14. That's not bad, considering we are paying quite a bit less compared to other states in 'merica Read More

• The Western Montana Fair is a treat for most Missoulians. For others, a reason to avoid the fairgrounds altogether. Let's be honest, in past years the annual fair has been a let down for many locals and some are quick to point out it's flaws. Let's shine a spotlight on a little constructive criticism in hopes that these suggestions won't fall upon deaf ears in time for this years go-around. Read More

• Cindy Umphrey, 50, is in the Lake County jail on $250,000 bail after a weekend methamphetamine raid at a residence in Pablo. Read More

• Where are the best places to float the Clark Fork River? Where are the safe launch points to load and unload your floats or drift boats? Thanks to our friends at King Fisher Fly Shop, we have a few recommendations to help you enjoy the most of what this exciting river has to offer, including maps! Read More

• I've seen my share of sunsets . . . and a few sunrises . . . but for some reason I keep missing the spaceships hovering over the Montana horizon. Fortunately for me, and for all of mankind, Andrew Atcheson and his freind witnessed something above the Butte, MT horizon. According to the Helena Independent, "something spherical. Something glowing neon blue." Read More

• According to Dog Fancy Magazine, Bozeman, MT was the #2 most 'Dog-Friendly' city in America. From the seasonal pet/owner outdoor events and easy access to walking trails for both the dog lover and their best friends, this vibrant college town deserves it's place of being honored with such a prestigious title. Read More

• Recently we asked people around Missoula to answer the following question: "What is your favorite summertime tradition?" Here are some of your responses. Read More

• Record-setting Montana Grizzly wide receiver and kick returner Marc Mariani is back at spring camp with the Tennessee Titans, after suffering a gruesome compound leg fracture in August of 2012. Read More

• The fire on May 29 that killed dozens of pets, including dogs, cats, chickens, cockatiels and other animals was caused by a candle that caused other combustibles to burn, causing over $45,000 in damage to the home, injuring two human residents, as well. Read More