Good morning, Bozeman.

The editor’s letter reviews a busy summer (with eight concerts and three theatrical shows) that brought joy to the community and challenges readers to break routine by exploring new dining spots and checking the Greater Yellowstone Events Calendar for upcoming events.

Emergency responders were called on Monday night to a vacation rental in Gardiner when eleven visitors (including one minor) became ill after foraging for wild mushrooms, and mycologists at Montana State University are testing samples to identify the toxic species.

The Bay Bar and Grille, formerly Banana Bay, reopened after renovations to refresh its space in the town mall and bring scratch-made dishes, daily happy hours (3:00 to 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 to 10:00 p.m.), and upcoming wine pairing dinners.

Bozeman’s public art scene serves as an open-air gallery today as murals, sculptures, and installations brighten parks, streets, and campuses.

Highlights include the A.R.T. traffic boxes, Bridger Bowl’s red chairs, and creative pieces along downtown alleys (enjoy free local art).

Pine Creek welcomes the band Wang Chung today after a storied career marked by chart-topping hits and global tours.

The group brings decades of live music experience and energy to a local celebration.

Big Sky’s Music in the Mountains will host Thursday night concerts this August in the park, with shows planned for 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, and 8/27; on 8/13 The Mother Hips + Lee Rafugee will perform, promising live rock and a celebrated lineup for the community.

Local volunteers from the Gallatin Quilt Guild have organized a new exhibit at the Gallatin History Museum that features three historic quilts, including the Capitol Story Quilt, the Pea Cannery Quilt & That 70s Quilt.

The display honors Bozeman’s heritage and community spirit for visitors to admire.

Montana chef Bryce Stubbs returned home after winning Food Network's ‘100 Cooks’—defeating 99 chefs and earning a $215,000 prize.

He has traveled to Paris for pastry school and will train in Spain this winter.

On August 26 at 7 p.m., The Summit at Last Best Comedy will feature top comedy and music acts in Bozeman, including James III, Sam Chronowski & Jasper Stone, John 'The Engineer' Nelson, and Shay Zanna.

Tickets cost $15 for a night of improv and standup.

Northwestern Energy is now using 95 weather stations & smoke cameras to monitor 38,000 power line segments across 18,000 miles to prevent fires.

The utility uses real-time data to decide if any segment needs to be shut down in high-risk areas.

Local experts warn that invasive annual grasses including cheat grass and bulbous blue grass are reducing native vegetation and increasing fire risk in Bozeman’s sagebrush areas.

A Bozeman researcher endorses Nutrafix—a natural fertilizer developed to improve soil health—to help manage weed spread and protect wildlife.

A local writer recounts a rugged journey through Flathead Pass and remote Bridger peaks, starting at Fairy Lake and ending at the 'M' lot, noting challenging snowy trails.

He plans eight more research trips (focusing on further mountain exploration) to rediscover his backyard.

A Bozeman report shows the real estate market remains active in the first half of this year, with listings rising from 548 in 2023 to 632 and pending transactions increasing to 116 while buyers enjoy more options despite shifting median prices.

Stadium View management has given residents notice to temporarily relocate from two buildings due to needed roof and siding repairs, with all apartments required to be emptied by Aug.

12. A local moving company and neighboring The Arrow will help tenants adjust to the change.

The Adam Bronken Soccer Complex now serves thousands as community members and local businesses + volunteers transformed a former cow pasture into a safe playing field and commemorative facility dedicated to the late goalkeeper.

The sports complex, built over seven years, stands as a tribute to local collaboration.

Cat Power Concert

1 PM — The ELM — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the emotional indie pop tunes of Cat Power live in Bozeman.

Cat Power Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The ELM — Cost not specified — Experience intimate genre-blending performances by the renowned singer-songwriter Chan Marshall.

STS9 Live Concert

8:00–9:30 p.m. — The ELM — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying performance by the instrumental electronic jam band STS9 blending funk, rock, and jazz.