Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
Good morning, Bozeman.
Teah Vennes, a high school senior at Woosley Ranch — a seven-generation cattle operation, carries on her family's legacy as donor heifer Laurie Darlin' has two calves and a third on the way.
She will attend Montana State University to study agricultural business and support local producers.
Preparations are underway for the fifth annual Dinosaurs and MOR Festival at the Museum of the Rockies, where local families will enjoy dinosaur exhibits and fun activities.
The event is set to boost community spirit in Bozeman.
The Museum of the Rockies unveiled 'All My Relations in All Four Directions,' a mural celebrating Indigenous culture and celestial navigation by three Wind River Reservation artists (Talissa Abeyta, Colleen Friday, Adrienne Vetter).
Displayed on six lobby ceiling panels, the artwork uses symbols like the North Star to mark time.
Last Friday on a field trip at Bridger Bowl, the Manhattan middle school principal acted erratically, and first responders took her to a hospital.
The district placed her on administrative leave, arranged counseling and therapy dogs for students, and is scheduling a board meeting to select an interim principal.
Local ponds have seen pet goldfish and red-eared sliders; experts warn these released pets could become invasive and disrupt native fish (pets introduced from households pose a risk).
Representatives from the new U.S. Wildland Fire Service briefed the Montana Environmental Quality Council yesterday on plans to streamline wildfire response by consolidating administrative roles while keeping fire personnel intact—officials noted some questions remain about staffing and resource goals.
Gallatin High School girls basketball beat Billings West 58-41 on March 14 at First Interstate Arena in Billings to secure consecutive Class AA state titles and finish an undefeated season, with coach Taylor Cummings praising her team’s growth.
MSU Women’s Basketball plays Portland in the WNIT Super 16 today at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse at 7 p.m. Coach Binford, in her 21st season with five Coach of the Year awards, said the team is motivated by strong community support and aims to deliver its best game yet.
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.
Authors and Books: Rosemary Wells
2-4 p.m. — Bozeman Public Library — Registration required — Prolific author Rosemary Wells discusses her storytelling craft and signs books.
Pints for Crosscut
4 PM — MAP Brewing Company — Cost info not provided — Celebrate trails and mountain biking at this nonprofit event supporting outdoor recreation.
Montana Council for Exceptional Children Conference
9 AM – 6 PM — AC Hotel Bozeman Downtown — Cost information not provided — Explore educational strategies and resources for exceptional children at this conference.
Jeff Tweedy Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The ELM — General admission and reserved tickets available — Experience an evening of captivating music with Jeff Tweedy and support from Sima Cunningham.
MSU Spring Rodeo
7-9 p.m. — Brick Breeden Fieldhouse — Tickets from $69 — Experience thrilling rodeo action in Bozeman's premier venue.
The Cat's Glasses with Shark Buffalo
7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Soaking entry required — Enjoy live funk music while you relax in the hot springs.
Solas Concert at Ellen Theatre
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Ellen Theatre — Get Tickets at TheEllenTheatre.org — Celebrate 30 years of Solas with lively Celtic tunes from talented musicians.
Best of the West Volleyball Tournament
8 AM - 5 PM — Montana State University — Team Registration open until April 2 — Experience thrilling matches featuring top talent from across the region.
NOT.GREENDAY Concert
8-11 p.m. — The ELM — General Admission and Reserved Premium Loge tickets available — Experience a night of electrifying music at one of Bozeman's top venues.
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