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Bozeman
Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Good morning, Bozeman. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Madi Carlson of Heart of the Valley Animal Shelter joined Montana This Morning with her fluffy friend Olli to promote the 'Kitten Shower' donation drive for upcoming kitten season, aiming to boost local support for at-risk kittens. KBZK
- ➤ One Valley Community Foundation announced commonFont as the new Headline Sponsor for Give Big Gallatin Valley, Montana’s largest 24-hour giving initiative. The event will run from 6 p.m. April 30 to 6 p.m. May 1 and aims to engage 7,000 donors (over $20.4 million raised since 2015). Bozeman Magazine
- ➤ Eagle Mount is launching its 'Bridge to Our Future' initiative to upgrade its campus with a new aquatic center roof, 19 acres of land and a round pen for horsemanship activities—$7.5 million has been donated toward the $8 million goal, and a community event is set for June 13. MontanaRightNow
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 39-year-old woman was killed last Thursday while crossing Oak Street at Agate Avenue near Gallatin County Regional Park, and residents urged city officials to add flashing lights to improve pedestrian safety. KBZK
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ David Kack from the Western Transportation Institute at Montana State University is testing pop-up traffic calming and side friction measures to slow speeds and boost safety today in Bozeman. The institute received a grant from the national Safe Streets and Roads for All program to continue its work. KBZK
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Montana State University’s men’s & women’s basketball teams head to Boise for the Big Sky Conference tournament this weekend; the teams, seeded No. 2, are scheduled to play their first games on Sunday, March 8, with women playing at 2:30 p.m. and men at 8 p.m. at Idaho Central Arena. Bozeman Magazine
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Pint Night for Crosscut
4 p.m. — MAP Brewing Company — Donation-based — Enjoy ski waxing on the patio and support outdoor recreation in Bozeman.
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Raptor Meet and Greet
10-11 a.m. — Museum of the Rockies — Free entry — Explore the majestic world of raptors with incredible birds of prey from the Montana Raptor Conservation Center.
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MSU Lacrosse Clubs Fundraising Dinner & Auction at the Baxter
Come help the MSU Lacrosse Women's and Men's Club Teams raise money for Nationals at the 1st Annual Gala Dinner and Auction at the Baxter March 25th 6:30-9:00. Delicious dinner and amazing auction items, including 3-night stay at Lakefront home on Flathead Lake (sleeps 11), Golf Round at Sahalee Country Club, 2-Night Stay at Oceanfront Apartment in San Clemente, CA, Las Vegas stay and show, Lacrosse Coaching Clinics, Concert Tickets, Restaurants and Catering, Facials, Physical Therapy, Napa Valley Wine Basket, and more! Tickets are $60/pp or $1,000/10pp table. (Cash bar.)
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Family Irish Dance Event
12-1 p.m. — Belgrade Library and Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate St. Patrick's season with a fun introduction to Irish dance and learn some lively steps.
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