Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Bozeman. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lattice Materials held its groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday for a new 80,000 sqft facility funded by an $18.5 million grant from the Department of War that will boost production and create more tech jobs in Gallatin Valley (construction begins in May and finishes next year). MontanaRightNow
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new documentary film uses trail camera footage to reveal the secret lives of mountain lions in Yellowstone. It will screen at the Ellen Theater in Bozeman on April 15 at 6 p.m.—a unique event for local film lovers. KBZK
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montana State University upgraded its Neuromuscular Biomechanics Lab with markerless motion capture cameras and a force plate that track movement freely plus a treadmill built for injury prevention studies. The lab also partners with the U.S. Biathlon Association and received a $270,000 grant for the new equipment. MontanaRightNow
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The MSU Rodeo Team rode horses on campus this week to showcase tradition and Bobcat pride, + the Spring Rodeo begins today in Bozeman and runs through Sunday. KBZK
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MSU Spring Rodeo
7-9 p.m. — Brick Breeden Fieldhouse — Tickets from $69 — Experience thrilling rodeo action in Bozeman's premier venue.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Best of the West Volleyball Tournament
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Montana State University — Team Registration open until April 2nd — Experience thrilling matches featuring top volleyball teams from across the region.
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Annual Trout Lecture with Nick Lyons
7-9 p.m. — Montana State University Library — Free entry — Explore the evolution of fly fishing with renowned angler and author Nick Lyons.
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GHS After Prom 2026 - The Raptor Royal
10:30 PM – 1:45 AM — Gallatin High School — Ticket purchase required — A safe fun time for juniors, seniors, and their dates to celebrate after prom.
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Discussion with Donna Erickson on Ranch Life
6 p.m. — Bozeman Public Library — Free entry — Explore ranching community challenges and landscapes through the lens of narrative nonfiction.
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Hippie Sabotage Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The ELM — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable blend of electronic and hip-hop sounds from the acclaimed duo Hippie Sabotage.
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