Good Day
Bozeman
Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Bozeman. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Bozeman was filled with drums, chants, and car horns on May 3rd as hundreds gathered on Main Street for the 'Stand May Day Strong' protest organized by Indivisible Bozeman. Protesters stated they want a change in policies that favor billionaires—demanding more support for working families. KBZK
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Seven people died in a two-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 20 near Henry's Lake on May 1 when a tour van carrying mostly Chinese passengers collided with a pickup truck that caught fire, and emergency crews treated over 16 patients. KBZK
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Carissa Heavy Runner and her family turned their grief into action after 22-year-old Mika Westwolf was struck on Highway 93 near Arlee in March 2023 and driver Sunny White was convicted and sentenced to 10 years for vehicular homicide under the influence of methamphetamine and fentanyl + the Westwolf family launched the Mika Matters Movement to support other indigenous families seeking justice. KBZK
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Montanans celebrated Cinco de Mayo yesterday at Fiesta Mexicana—a family-owned restaurant operating in Bozeman and other local communities—where customers enjoyed margaritas, Jell-O shots and Mexican music while honoring the historic 1862 battle of Puebla. The Murillo family, who began in Bozeman, marked the event with a festive atmosphere that showcased decades of hard work. KBZK
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks and Montana State University began tagging trout last Monday in the Big Hole, Beaverhead, Ruby and Madison rivers to study fish declines and health conditions. Anglers who catch a tagged fish—each fish bearing a unique number—should promptly report their catch for the research and may be eligible for rewards. Bozeman Magazine
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bozeman Tenants United is pushing for a Tenant Right to Counsel policy that would give renters a free lawyer when facing eviction. The group held a town hall on Sunday and plans to urge residents to speak at a City Commission work session on May 13—an effort to address Bozeman’s housing crisis. KBZK
- ➤ The City of Bozeman announced on May 5th that 12 capital projects worth $26,315,882 will begin this construction season to upgrade water, sewer, and storm systems and improve local streets while adding new safety and transportation features. The projects are designed to manage growth in Gallatin Valley + lessen environmental impacts on local waterways. Bozeman Magazine
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Rod Morrison Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Cost info not provided — Helena's Rod Morrison brings a refined rock 'n roll sound influenced by legends like the Rolling Stones.
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2025 Spring Rendezvous Brewfest
6 PM – 8 PM — Gallatin County Fairgrounds — Ticket includes beer samples and collectible glass — Celebrate Montana craft beer with live music and local food.
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Bozeman Gem and Mineral Club Show
10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Gallatin County Fairgrounds — $5 pp ($3 on Family Day) — Discover gems, minerals, and family-friendly activities including games and raffles.
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ServSafe Manager Training & Certification Exam
9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Best Western Plus GranTree Inn — $215–$240 — Achieve your ServSafe certification in just one day with expert-led training and a high pass rate.
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Steel Pulse Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The ELM — Tickets from $39 — Enjoy a lively concert by Steel Pulse in a vibrant Bozeman venue.
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Montana Festival 2025
8 AM – 5 PM — Ellen Theatre — Cost Info Not Provided — Celebrate innovation and creativity with top entrepreneurs and artists at this annual festival.
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Grease
7:30-10 p.m. — Shane Lalani Center for the Arts — Ticketed event — Celebrate Rydell High's 1959 class with a rock 'n' roll musical featuring classic hits.
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Paint & Sip – Bumbling Around
5-7 p.m. — Audrey's Pizza Oven & FreeFall Brewery — All supplies provided — Create your own adorable bumblebee scene in this beginner-friendly painting class.
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Hippie Sabotage Live
7-9:30 p.m. — The ELM — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic beats of the EDM duo Hippie Sabotage in an intimate live setting.
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Bingo Night
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Office Liquor Store and Lounge — $20 for 10 games — Play for cash prizes and enjoy a lively evening of bingo fun.
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