Good Day
Bozeman
Saturday, June 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Bozeman. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction Susie Hedalen faced DUI charges after Belgrade Police arrested her at 12:56 a.m. on June 22 when she was stopped for speeding and cutting off vehicles—she was booked on a misdemeanor charge and released on an $885 bond with an initial court appearance set for July 8. KBZK
- ➤ Search and Rescue teams are working this weekend in Bear Canyon and New World Gulch to find 63-year-old David Butzin — he was last seen November 10 and reported missing November 25. Sheriff Springer said Butzin, who was convicted of murdering his wife and their 18-month-old son in 1985, will be searched using ground crews, dogs, horseback riders, drones, aircraft, and support vehicles — officials ask anyone with information to report unusual sightings. KBZK
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Walter Fleming, the longtime director of Native American Studies at MSU, is set to retire later this summer after a 46-year career supporting Native students. He has helped more than 12,000 students succeed and built strong ties with Native communities—leaving a lasting legacy at the university. Bozeman Magazine
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On June 27th, 2025, a study by personal injury lawyers from Las Vegas found that Montana is the third least immigrant-friendly state in the U.S. The study scored Montana at 9.15 out of 100 based on metrics such as foreign-born residents, naturalizations, and resident growth — highlighting low immigrant integration. Bozeman Magazine
- ➤ Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, held a town hall in Helena on June 26th to hear from business leaders about Montana’s struggle with housing and childcare shortages. He said global factors have complicated growth but noted that Montana’s strong energy and tech sectors remain robust — an outlook that will help shape future national economic policy. KBZK
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jim Bridger Trail Run
8 a.m.–2 p.m. — Sypes Canyon Trailhead — Registration Fees Apply — Experience the thrill of trail running in beautiful Bozeman with 10-mile and 5k options.
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Author Talk with Dallin Kohler and Friends
6-8 p.m. — Country Bookshelf — Free RSVP recommended — Celebrate the release of 'Pyro' with author discussions and book signings.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
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