Good Day
Bozeman
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Bozeman. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ MSU is hosting its first-ever Bobcat Thrift Sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday at Bobcat Stadium (offering donated clothes, small appliances, and more) to lower waste and support campus sustainability. Donations are accepted Friday from 2 to 5 p.m. at Gate 8. KBZK
- ➤ Media mogul Ted Turner died Wednesday at 87, confirmed by Turner Enterprises. He founded CNN and helped establish Ted’s Montana Grill in Bozeman + his legacy endures through local business partnerships and community support. KBZK
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Presley Whitaker, wife of MSU rodeo coach Kyle Whitaker, suffered a broken jaw and severed right hand in a horse accident at the MSU practice facility late Tuesday night and was taken to a hospital in Salt Lake City (student athletes witnessed the incident), MSU said. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Rodeo head coach Kyle Whitaker said updates (via social media) on Presley Whitaker’s condition after her horse accident on May 6 will be posted online to keep fans informed. MontanaRightNow
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bozeman High senior Isabella Wilfling turned an old trailer into Fizzd, a mobile dirty soda business that creates custom drinks from a colorful refurbished unit. The service appeared at private events and will serve drinks at Music on Main and the state lacrosse tournament (her project boosts local entrepreneurship). KBZK
- ➤ On Wednesday, May 6, a guide offered six practical refrigeration tips tailored for Gallatin Valley food trucks, advising operators on equipment selection, dedicated circuitry, and backup cooling so they can maintain food safety during busy summer days + help avoid power issues. Bozeman Magazine
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Opera Montana presents Puccini’s TOSCA at The Ellen Theatre (featuring a cast of regional and national performers) today at 7 p.m. with the final performance scheduled for May 10 at 3 p.m. KBZK
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bailey Mainolfi will graduate from MSU on Friday with a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry after excelling in research and serving as a student ambassador at the university + she plans to gain more experience in medicine before applying to medical school. Bozeman Magazine
- ➤ Montana State University senior Brianna Rainey led her final Spirit of the West performance on May 6 during a championship game in Nashville. She will graduate on Friday, May 8 with a music education degree and plans to teach local students. Bozeman Magazine
- ➤ Montana State University assistant nursing professor Elizabeth Johnson earned national recognition from Healthcare Design yesterday for her leadership in advancing healthcare design and student mentoring. Her Kind Room concept (featured in an international exhibit) and work at Phillips County Hospital in Malta have bolstered her reputation locally and abroad. Bozeman Magazine
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John Butler Live in Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The ELM — Ticket info not stated — Enjoy a live performance by John Butler and his band at The ELM.
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The California Honeydrops Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The ELM — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of live music with The California Honeydrops in an intimate setting.
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Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Concert
7-10 p.m. — Armory Music Hall — Concert ticket pricing varies — Legendary hip-hop icons Bone Thugs-N-Harmony hit Bozeman for one night only.
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BSC Jump Into Spring Event
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Tri-H Stables — Entry fees vary — Celebrate the season with jumper classes for all levels in a fun, community-focused atmosphere.
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Live Concert by The Waiting
5-8 p.m. — Shane Lalani Center for the Arts — Free entry — Experience an electrifying tribute to Tom Petty by one of America's top rock bands.
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Fai Laci Concert
8-11:30 p.m. — Filling Station — Age 21+ — Enjoy live music with Fai Laci and special guests Lost Canyons in a vibrant atmosphere.
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