Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
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🎭 Culture
Bozeman Swim Center now shows a vibrant mural by artist Dominic Laporte as part of the city’s Percent for Art initiative (which sets aside 1% of project costs for public art).
Dave Ward, a regular swimmer, said he liked the piece that connects land and water.
🎓 Education
Montana lawmakers passed House Bill 778 that eases immunization record rules and legally separates home schools from private schools — a change designed to protect homeschool freedoms for families.
Great Falls Public Schools now offer an online platform with accredited courses for home schoolers.
🌲 Environment
Montana Fish, Wildlife – Parks launched a new Grizzly Bear Conflict Dashboard on Monday, July 14th to help communities handle conflicts as grizzly bears expand into new areas.
FWP staff said the tool will regularly update data to keep people informed of current bear-related issues.
🏛️ Government
The Bozeman City Commission approved to add nearly 164 acres near Baxter Meadows to the city and allow more medium- and high-density houses, sparking worry over too many rentals.
Mayor Terry Cunningham said plans will protect water and parks while new building ideas will come soon — local residents are anxious about the impact.
🎉 Bozeman Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Sleepless Elite Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Attic Montana — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy lively indie rock performances by The Sleepless Elite and The Misstaches with special guest Cleo Allen Toll.
The Springs Living Car Show
10 a.m. — The Springs at Bozeman — Free entry — Admire classic cars while enjoying BBQ, a beer garden, and fun activities for all ages.
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