Good Day
Bozeman
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Bozeman. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pine Creek Lodge in Paradise Valley, just south of Livingston, will host a summer lineup of concerts featuring multi-night shows by Umphrey's McGee (June 4–6) and moe. (June 26–27), and a Kitchen Dwellers residency in September that leads to the annual Creekside Revival festival on Labor Day weekend. Bozeman Magazine
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ High gas prices above $4.60 per gallon are influencing local travelers’ plans for Memorial Day weekend, with many opting for shorter trips or air travel. AAA noted most drivers will still hit the roads—offering tips to save fuel amid rising costs. KBZK
- ➤ Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport expects nearly 50,000 passengers this Memorial Day weekend—CEO Brian Sprenger says record numbers may drive growth despite higher jet fuel prices, while AAA notes nationally that round-trip fares average $800. KBZK
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montana State University was awarded $10.7 million from the National Institutes of Health yesterday to launch CAMP (Center for Advanced Molecular Pathogenesis), a program that will support early-career scientists and build research capacity to improve public health across the state. Bozeman Magazine
- ➤ On Wednesday, May. 13th, the MSU Alumni Foundation received a $1 million endowment from the Dennis + Phyllis Washington Foundation to permanently fund the D.A. Peressini Legacy Scholarship for an incoming Montana resident freshman covering four years of tuition and fees. Bozeman Magazine
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A late spring storm delays the opening of US 212 on the Beartooth Highway as Wyoming & Montana crews work to clear heavy snow. Officials plan to reopen the road on Saturday, May 23 if weather conditions allow safe travel. KBZK
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Intermountain Health is set to close Lewistown Clinic – Family Medicine on July 24, cutting 41 roles statewide as it adjusts operations at clinics in Bozeman and Billings. Affected staff can apply for other open jobs and receive transition support. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Intermountain Health will cut 41 statewide jobs this summer by closing its Lewistown Clinic Family Medicine (eliminating six roles) on July 24 and shifting care at clinics in Bozeman and Billings starting in June. The move aims to support long-term financial sustainability in a volatile healthcare industry. KBZK
- ➤ Montana State University rodeo coach Whitaker shared an update yesterday on his wife’s recovery after she was seriously hurt in an early May horse accident. He said her condition is improving as she slowly regains strength. MontanaRightNow
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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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Bozeman Triathlon
8 AM – 12 PM — Glen Lake Rotary Park — Check website for registration fees — Experience the thrill of racing in the scenic Bozeman Triathlon.
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Nerf Camp: Session 1
1-4 p.m. — Southside Park — Bring your own blaster — Enjoy action-packed challenges and teamwork at this exciting Nerf camp for ages 6-14.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
It is better to travel well than to arrive.
~ Buddha
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