Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
Good morning, Bozeman.
The Befrienders program in Bozeman is seeking volunteers to support senior citizens through friendly outreach.
The local nonprofit invites interested community members to help build connections and enhance local support networks.
Bridger Ridge Trail now has full public access after the Newhall family partnered with Gallatin Valley Land Trust to secure an easement on its last 0.6-mile private section that is managed by the Forest Service.
This agreement preserves the community asset for future enjoyment.
Local arts organization Random Acts of Silliness is hosting its third annual Menagerie of the Imaginary Lantern Parade this Saturday at 6:15 p.m. at Gallatin Regional Park, where local artists, students, and residents will display handcrafted lanterns and limited parking means early arrival is recommended.
Montana State University’s Museum of the Rockies displayed a fossil that shows a Tyrannosaurus biting into an Edmontosaurus skull, a rare find detailed in a new research paper released Wednesday, Feb.
18 (exploring ancient feeding behavior) by MSU and the University of Alberta.
On Wednesday, Gov. Greg Gianforte praised Montana’s fire response during the 2025 fire season.
The Department of Natural Resources and Conservation contained 94% of wildfires on state-protected lands to 10 acres or less, helping protect billions in property value.
The 52-unit Meadow View neighborhood in Big Sky offers (permanently affordable) homeownership for full-time workers as local home prices soar; the Big Sky Community Housing Trust will expand options with a 389-home Cold Smoke project near town center.
The NCAA relocated the ski championships from Bozeman to Utah due to Montana's warm winter (alpine at Utah Olympic Park, Nordic at Soldier Hollow) with events scheduled for March 11-14.
Whitefish native Jake Sanderson helped Team USA secure a 2-1 overtime win over Sweden on Wed, Feb.
18 at Santagiulia Arena in Milan, Italy, advancing the team to the Olympic semifinals + Team USA will face Slovakia at 1:10 p.m. Mountain tomorrow.
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!
Spring Home Show
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Gallatin County Fairgrounds — Booths available — Showcase your business alongside hundreds of vendors at Montana's Premier Expo.
Beast of Bozeman Talent Competition
7-9:30 p.m. — Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture — Entry fee varies — Experience a thrilling showcase as local talent competes for the title of BEAST of Bozeman.
Logan & the Light Blue Concert
7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Cost not specified — Enjoy an evening of rock, country, and folk with Logan Liebert & the Light Blue.
NCAA National Championships at Crosscut Mountain Sports Center
8 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Crosscut Mountain Sports Center — Spectator entry with valid pass — Witness top collegiate athletes compete for national glory in the beautiful Bridger Canyon.
West Dakota Stutter
6:00–10:00 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — All ages welcome — Enjoy a fun folk-rock performance by local band West Dakota Stutter featuring a variety of musicians.
Pub 317's Run to the Pub
9:30 a.m. — Pub 317 — Entry fee required — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a vibrant half marathon and 10K run in downtown Bozeman.
The Elana Hayden Quartet Concert
7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Cost TBA — Experience local jazz vocalist Elana Hayden as she blends jazz and blues in this lively performance.
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