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Bozeman
Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Bozeman. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Bozeman professionals joined Motivation Monday last week to take 30-minute walks along Main Street—led by local business managers Mollie Bryan and Amy Horton—to meet neighbors and build community ties. KBZK
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montana schools are revisiting cell phone policies for the 2025-2026 school year after Governor Greg Gianforte's letter called for fewer distractions in classrooms. Hamilton High now requires phones and smart watches to be kept in caddies while Belgrade School District will meet in July to refine its rules—aiming to balance classroom focus and communication with parents. MontanaRightNow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Construction on South 19th Ave in Bozeman started Monday as part of a $1 million paving project that is causing traffic problems and driver complaints. City engineer Nick Ross said the project—set to finish in 30 days due to noise rules and the North 19th work—has led drivers to take alternative routes including the county justice center’s 16th Ave entrance. KBZK
- ➤ Montana Public Health leaders said they will start updating Medicaid rules required by HR 1 signed on July 4 — the department is drafting a waiver to roll out community engagement measures now and will accept public comment while planning to release full details next week. KBZK
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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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Docufilm Launch Party | Open House 4p - 7p
Alara was chosen to be the subject of a Public Television short-form documentary. This event will be the first public airing of the 5-1/2 minute film, which will run on a loop throughout the party.
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Riparian Walk
7 a.m. — Bronken Park-Natural Space — Sign-ups required — Explore local ecology while learning about restoration efforts and connecting with the community.
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The Dead & Down Concert
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Downtown Bozeman Partnership — Free entry — Enjoy live music at the 25th Annual Music on Main series featuring local and touring bands.
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