Good morning, Bozeman.

Jason Noyes — a Toston entrepreneur — and Travis Brazill started Hay Montana to produce premium Montana-grown alfalfa hay for performance horses.

Their process breaks large bales into 60-pound bundles to help owners transport feed easily to rodeos and horse shows.

Montana travelers will need a REAL ID-compliant form of identification by May 7 to board domestic flights for summer travel.

Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport officials urge travelers to book DMV appointments now to avoid delays at security checkpoints.

The Montana House passed SB 224 on Wednesday to set Indigenous Peoples Day on the second Monday in October while keeping Columbus Day on the same day, and a final vote will be held today before the bill goes to Gov. Gianforte.

The bill also renames the February holiday to Presidents Day—Sen. Shane Morigeau supports the effort—adding more official recognition to the state's heritage.

The Gallatin County Local Government Study Commission will hold its first public hearing today at 5:30 p.m. in the Gallatin County Courthouse Community Room on Main Street, where the commission—elected in November—reviews the county system as allowed by the Montana State Constitution after each census. The hearing will provide an overview of the commission’s work and invite public input as they plan to propose changes by July 2026 with voters deciding in November.

The 2025 MSU spring rodeo kicks off today on the MSU campus with competitors set to begin rodeo events.

Organizers said the event will run for several days and offer contests for riders and families.

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.

Bobcat Spring Rodeo

1-5 p.m. — Brick Breeden Fieldhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling rodeo action featuring MSU teams against competitors from the Big Sky region.

MSU Provost’s Distinguished Lecturer Series Featuring Lisa Rew

7 p.m. — Museum of the Rockies — Free entry — Discover groundbreaking insights from MSU faculty in a distinguished lecture series.

Belgard Hardscape Efficiency Training

9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Bozeman Brick Block & Tile — MNLA Members: $100 / Non-Members: $125 — Learn installation best practices and time-saving techniques to enhance productivity.

El Wencho Concert

8 p.m. — The Attic Montana — $15 — Experience the Montana lifestyle through the big sound of El Wencho's immersive lyrics and catchy melodies.

Yellowstone Tour: Explore Geothermal Wonders

Various times — Bozeman Public Library — Book your unforgettable journey today — Experience a two-day guided adventure through Yellowstone's wildlife and geothermal wonders.

Easter Celebration 2025

10 AM – 1 PM — Brick Breeden Fieldhouse — Free entry — Experience a powerful and historic Easter event in Bozeman.

Black Tea Tasting

6 PM — Steep Mountain Teahouse — $15 reserved, $20 day of — Discover the art of black tea with a knowledgeable guide from Japan.

Josh Blue Live

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The ELM — Tickets starting at $41 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Josh Blue in Bozeman.