Good morning, Bozeman.

Montana school districts now may opt to join a new statewide health insurance trust—run by Bridged Health Alliance—to help slow rising costs for employee coverage.

Districts must commit by early November as the trust needs to meet a 150-district minimum to be validated by July for coverage to begin on July 1.

Visitors Barbara Frangos and her daughter Maisy felt worried while hiking the 'M' trail in Bozeman after a local Facebook post reported a mountain lion sighting and similar backyard encounters.

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks advises hikers not to run but to make noise and act big — a simple guideline to stay safe when encountering wildlife.

Gov. Greg Gianforte’s office announced that eight counties and two tribes will each receive up to $250,000 from a total of $2.5 million in grants today to support behavioral health initiatives in rural Montana — the funds will help communities build local toolkits or train health workers to respond to crises over the next two years.

The Peach Street and 7th Avenue intersection project will start in July, and it plans to widen Peach Street for a protected left turn lane by removing trees in a school zone.

Residents worry that these changes could increase speeding since federal funding does not allow for traffic calming measures—officials say no alternative was found to save the trees.

Lighthouse Ranch, a new teen suicide prevention project near Bozeman, has raised over $2.5 million of the $6.5 million needed to purchase, renovate, and offer mental health crisis services on a 30-acre ranch in Southwest Montana.

Partners including Gallatin County, Bozeman Health, and the Yellowstone Club Community Foundation have contributed funds as the campaign will raise an additional $4 million to complete renovations by early 2026 — community members are urged to support the project.

Tracy Anderson opened her new holistic fitness studio in downtown Bozeman last Friday after 25 years perfecting her method — she hopes the community will try her workout designed for all fitness levels.

MOR's Taste of the Rockies

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Museum of the Rockies — Help benefit access to exhibits — Experience the magic of early summer at one of Bozeman’s premier events.

Inaugural Belgian Waffle Ride Montana

5 a.m. — Ponderosa Social — Registration fee required — Experience the thrill of challenging gravel riding amid Montana's breathtaking landscapes.

Alpaca and Llama Farm Tour

4-5 p.m. — Alpacas of Montana — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a hands-on experience with alpacas and llamas while learning about these unique animals.

Lyle Lovett Concert

8:00-9:30 PM — The ELM — General Admission and Reserved seating available — Enjoy an evening of captivating country and folk music by Lyle Lovett.

Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp

Have fun learning basketball fundamentals — July 8-10 — Petra Academy — $97 for observing coaches — Improve your game and build character at this youth-focused camp.

Alpaca and Llama Farm Tour

4-5 p.m. — Alpacas of Montana — Ticket required — Experience a hands-on tour with alpacas and llamas, learning about their unique traits and behaviors.

Cretaceous Crossroads Education Celebration

10 a.m.–2 p.m. — Museum of the Rockies — Admission cost TBA — Discover the prehistoric wonders of Montana at the launch of a new permanent exhibit.

Paint & Sip – Lavender Monarch

5:45-7:45 p.m. — Audrey's Pizza Oven & FreeFall Brewery — Tickets required — Unleash creativity while enjoying a cozy evening of painting and sipping.

Heat Stress and Trap Release Clinic for DOGS

West Paw and Working Dogs for Conservation have teamed up to bring this FREE dog safety workshop to Bozeman. Learn life-saving information to prevent and treat heat injuries, avoid traps and snares and learn how to release traps in an emergency.

Ja Rule Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Gallatin County Fairgrounds — Tickets required — Experience the iconic sound of Ja Rule in Big Sky Country.