Good morning, Bozeman.

Harold Stephens, a 100-year-old World War II Navy veteran, has been named Grand Marshal for the Memorial Day Parade.

He will lead the event on May 26—serving as a living tribute to his service and a connection to our local history.

Meridian, a longtime downtown Bozeman boutique, flooded on Feb.

11 and has opened a pop-up shop in the Cannery District while repairs are underway—its downtown location will reopen in summer.

Museum of the Rockies will host the Dinosaurs and MOR! festival from March 28 to 30 as director Scott Williams explained the event plans on MTN.

The festival will offer interactive exhibits and family activities in Bozeman.

Bears have begun searching for food as they come out of hibernation, and officials urge residents to secure attractants, travel in groups, and carry bear spray to avoid dangerous encounters.

Oyler will host a virtual bear aware presentation on April 1 (6 p.m.) to explain safety measures for spring outings.

Rep. Ed Stafman presented House Bill 271 during a Senate Judiciary Committee meeting on Monday to limit the governor from keeping records secret—he said the bill will restore a long-held rule of transparency.

The measure passed the House 56 to 44 and aims to ensure that documents on government actions and policy remain public—helping to protect the right to know under the Montana Constitution.

On March 19, the Montana Senate endorsed House Bill 13 which gives state workers a raise of $1 an hour or 2.5% and sets future lawmakers' pay to be 80% of the average wage starting in 2027 and 100% in 2029.

Lawmakers voted 37 to 13 and will send the bill to Gov. Gianforte—who previously vetoed a similar measure in 2023—for further approval.

After a decisive win over Saint Thomas on March 18th, the Montana State men's hockey team earned its first-ever spot in the Division 2 ACHA National Finals — a milestone for the team.

Senior players who have played for four years say they are excited as they prepare to compete in the national tournament.

After winning their Big Sky tournaments in Boise last week, the Montana men will face No. 3 seed Wisconsin in a first-round NCAA tournament game at Ball Arena in Denver today at 11:30 a.m.—while the Montana State women will play No. 4 seed Ohio State in Columus on Friday at 3:30 p.m.

In Conversation: The Earth Beneath our Feet

7 p.m. | Rialto | Ticketed event | Engage with artists and thinkers discussing the legacy of ceramics and the natural world.

Frozen Frontline | 2nd Annual Police vs Fire Ice Hockey Fundraiser

Join us for our 2nd Annual Bozeman Police vs Fire Hockey Game at the Haynes Pavilion (Bottcher Rink)! 6:00 PM | Friday, March 28 | Entry by donation | Seating limited.

Spring Card Show

10 AM - 5 PM | Gallatin County Fairgrounds | FREE Admission | Bozeman’s largest sports cards and pokemon show with over 100 tables and fun activities.

Foreshadow Record Release Celebration

1–3:30 p.m. — Shane Lalani Center for the Arts — Pay what you can — Celebrate the release of Foreshadow's new record with an engaging matinee performance.

Bingo Night

6:30-9:00 p.m. — The Office Liquor Store and Lounge — $20 for 10 games — Enjoy a fun evening of bingo with cash prizes up for grabs.

Garagarama 2025

8 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Gallatin County Fairgrounds — Booth rentals available — Explore a massive garage sale featuring art, antiques, and a silent auction.

Charles Ellsworth Concert

7 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Ticketed event — Experience the global sounds of NYC singer-songwriter Charles Ellsworth in a vibrant setting.

Trail Running Film Festival

7 p.m. — Ellen Theatre — Supports local land trust — Celebrate the culture of trail running while supporting conservation efforts in the Gallatin Valley.

FLOW Screening

7:30 p.m. — Ellen Theatre — $11 — Experience the Oscar-winning animated masterpiece that captivates audiences of all ages.

Level 2 USPA Coach Certification Course

All day — Prime Performance and Physio — Course Fees Apply — Elevate your coaching with hands-on training and expert guidance for powerlifting athletes.