Good morning, Bozeman.

Gas prices in Montana fell to $2.75 per gallon on Monday after dropping 3.4¢ over the past week; the rate was 19.2¢ lower than last month and 2¢ below a year ago, according to Gasbuddy.com.

The Montana National Guard’s 1052nd Firefighting Detachment held a deployment ceremony Monday at Fort Harrison as seven soldiers prepared for a year-long mission in Europe+ they will support operations in Bulgaria and Romania while staying ready for emergencies at home.

Yellowstone County's new rule, effective Jan.

1, bans kratom sales in food and drink establishments, including restaurants + bars, to keep the substance out of the local food supply. Health officials support the measure amid public safety concerns, while some business owners say it oversteps local authority.

Bozeman Health welcomed the first baby of 2026 on Monday, Jan.

5 after a record year with 1,448 births, marking a hopeful start for local families.

Bozeman residents are advised to prepare for harsh winter by cleaning gutters, testing windows for drafts, and upgrading snow removal tools to avoid costly damage and reduce heating bills (key tips include maintaining filters and taking outdoor breaks for mental health).

Bozeman sports bars handled large crowds as Bobcat fans gathered for the FCS championship game Monday night at 5:30 p.m. R Bar reached its legal 315-person capacity while Pour House stocked extra supplies for its 75-cent wing night.

Montana State Bobcat fans will gather ahead of tonight's FCS Championship game, with community sendoffs in Bozeman and celebrations in Nashville after quarterback Justin Lamson held a media day on Saturday and local groups funded the 196-member marching band's trip to nationals.

Band of Drifters Trio Live Performance

9 PM - 1 AM — Murray Bar — Tickets available — Enjoy a night filled with country tunes from Band of Drifters.

Ragtime Musical Presentation

1:30-4:30 p.m. — Ellen Theatre — Free entry — Experience insights into the powerful Ragtime production with musical leaders Michael Sakir and Angella Ahn.

Montana State Bobcats vs. Weber State Wildcats

6-8 p.m. — Brick Breeden Fieldhouse — Check website for ticket info — Catch the thrilling NCAA matchup between the Bobcats and Wildcats.