Good morning, Bozeman.

Local small business creators and service providers are translating their offline trust into authentic digital connections through clear voices and honest storytelling.

They aim to build lasting online relationships (using thoughtful TikTok strategies and consistent visual styles) for the community.

This spring, Lattice Materials will start constructing an 80,000 sqft facility off Prince Lane near Bozeman Airport, where the expansion is expected to create 50 jobs (funded by an 18.5M grant) and finish in 2027.

Indy, a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and star of the horror film Good Boy, became the first animal to win a major Hollywood acting award on Jan.

9. Montana State assistant professor Ben Leonberg said the triumph showcases his creative approach to filmmaking.

Montana saw 3.6% fewer tourists in 2025 than in 2024, but nonresident spending rose 12% to $5.6 billion.

Research from the University of Montana in Helena shows visitors are older and favor luxury outdoor activities like flyfishing and hiking — a sign of shifting tourism trends.

Some Montana cattle producers are pushing to return Country of Origin labels on beef packaging, saying the move would help consumers choose U.S. beef over imports.

They hope lawmakers will back the proposal in the upcoming 2025-2026 Farm Bill — a measure supported by bipartisan discussions.

Officials from Custer Gallatin National Forest plan to replace Markley Bridge + known as the Green Bridge + by winter or early spring on Highway 191 near Deer Creek Trailhead, four miles north of Big Sky.

The project, funded by the Great American Outdoors Act, will limit access into summer.

FIRST Tech Challenge: Regional Championship

7 a.m.-7 p.m. — Shroyer Gym — Free entry — Watch middle and high school teams compete in an exciting robotics showdown.

Montana Backcountry Discovery Route Film Premiere

5-8 p.m. — Ellen Theatre — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience the rugged beauty of Montana through an insightful film showcasing the Backcountry Discovery Route.

Big Richard Concert

8-10 p.m. — The ELM — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of lively country tunes at the Big Richard concert.

406 Winterfest 'The Aprés'

2-8 p.m. — Ponderosa Social — Ticketed event — Celebrate Montana winters with ice skating, EDM beats, and a chili cook-off showdown.

Ella Rae Cole Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Entry details not specified — Enjoy an evening of live music from local singer/songwriter Ella Rae Cole, inspired by classic artists.

RMISA Regional Championships

8 AM - 3 PM — Crosscut Mountain Sports Center — Valid pass required — Watch top skiers compete on the trails and cheer them on in the stadium.

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Concert

7-10 p.m. — Armory Music Hall — Don’t miss it — Legendary hip-hop icons Bone Thugs-N-Harmony hit Bozeman for one night only!