Good morning, Bozeman.

City officials will meet on June 17 to decide on rezoning a seven-acre parcel next to Gallatin Regional Park that could allow 44 townhomes.

Some residents worry about losing park space while others want more affordable housing—public comments are invited ahead of the meeting.

Bozeman is launching a project to transform an alley between Black and Tracy Avenues by adding murals, string lights, and historic signage with funds from a $200,000 downtown improvement plan.

The project, inspired by a restaurant’s back patio, will be complete by the end of June—local artists painted three murals of a bear, landscape, and deer—and it aims to make the alley safe and inviting for pedestrians.

A beloved cat named George was stolen from Bear Canyon Campground on Friday and the owners offered a $1,000 reward for any tips—local residents are asked to watch for a Gray Nissan linked to the theft.

Gallatin County Detention Center now holds 17 people on ICE holds compared to 6 last year—Sheriff Dan Springer said the rise comes from more thorough checks during booking and stressed that local law enforcement focuses on community safety rather than targeting illegal immigrants.

Conor Whalen of Los Angeles is named as the new Director of the Bozeman Symphonic Choir, effective July 1 — he will lead rehearsals and concerts while working with Music Director Norman Huynh to plan future shows.

Whalen brings over 5 years of choir directing experience to help grow the ensemble.

A report from the University of Montana Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research showed 68% of Montanans agreed that tourism benefits outweighed its negative impacts—this figure was similar to last year’s survey while concerns about overcrowding varied by region.

The survey also found that residents in Glacier and Yellowstone Country felt more crowded during the summer travel season compared to those in Central and Missouri River Country.

The Hilger Valley Fire burned 318 acres on Tuesday morning—updated mapping shows it burned 288 acres—and officials confirmed the fire was human-caused.

More than 110 personnel, including air tankers and helicopters, fought the blaze while firefighters built containment lines and urged the public to avoid the Gates of the Mountains Marina.

The Gallatin City-County Health Department confirmed a 12th measles case in Gallatin County on June 9—this community-acquired case supports health officials’ warning that lower vaccination rates are fueling the outbreak.

Montana and Montana State announced their 2025 home football schedules—Montana State will open the season on September 6 in Bozeman against South Dakota State with themed events on September 13, September 27, and November 8.

In Missoula, the Grizzlies will host a Homecoming game on October 4 and a military appreciation game on November 15 before ending the season with the Brawl of the Wild against Montana State on November 22 in Bozeman.

Montana PBS Neighbor Day

10 AM – 1 PM — Gallatin County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Enjoy a day of educational fun with hands-on activities and a meet-and-greet with Daniel Tiger!

Emma & the Ledge Concert

7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — $16.90/month subscription required — Experience the musical talent of sixth-generation Montana sisters making waves in the regional music scene.

Longhorns Bi-Monthly Happy Hour

5:00 p.m. — Bourbon — Free entry — Enjoy a lively happy hour with Texas Exes Longhorns Alumni in a vibrant Bozeman venue.

Dino-mite Picnic

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Museum of the Rockies — Bring your favorite dinosaur toy and enjoy a picnic with dino-themed treats and activities.

Bozeman Duckie Race

5-7 p.m. — City of Bozeman Bogert Pool — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly evening featuring carnival games and the excitement of the duck race.

Romeo & Juliet in Space

7-9 p.m. — Verge Theater — Parental guidance recommended — Experience a sci-fi twist on the classic tragic love story with vibrant performances and special effects.

Montana Spartan Trifecta Weekend

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Crosscut Mountain Sports Center — Explore steep terrain — Challenge yourself with a Sprint, Super, and Beast in one weekend.

Montana Spartan Trifecta Weekend

8 a.m.–5 p.m. — Crosscut Mountain Sports Center — Challenge entry required — Conquer the rugged terrain of Montana with Sprint, Super, and Beast races in one thrilling weekend.

Social Distortion Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The ELM — Tickets available — Experience a night of rock with Social Distortion in Bozeman.

MOR's Taste of the Rockies

6:00 PM – 8:30 PM — Museum of the Rockies — Ticket info not specified — Experience the magic of early summer at Bozeman’s premier benefit event supporting educational initiatives.