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Bozeman
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Bozeman. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jurors in the trial of Jordan Palmer, accused of shooting Stephen Campbell in April 2024, said they felt intimidated by the victim’s family—leading Judge Brown to individually question them—on Friday morning as he gauges whether the case may need a mistrial. KBZK
- ➤ Michael Brown, a 45-year-old suspect, shot four people at the Owl Bar in Anaconda on Friday morning and then fled in a white Ford F-150—police are searching near the mountains west of Anaconda and say he is armed and dangerous. KBZK
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Department of Justice is eliminating its Agency Legal Services Bureau—service to be discontinued on Aug. 22—that provided legal counsel to state agencies. The department said it will retain two of the five bureau employees to assist in the transition. KBZK
- ➤ Montana PBS lost nearly $1.8 million in federal funding from the Rescissions Act, which cut nearly 20% of its annual budget—Friends of Montana PBS launched the Bridging the Gap campaign with a $900,000 match from donors to keep the public service running for over 250,000 viewers. This move aims to secure funding for the programs watched by families across the area. KBZK
- ➤ Advocates led by former commissioner Jeff Mangan submitted a ballot initiative to block corporate spending in Montana elections by redefining the powers of artificial persons— the proposal now awaits review by legislative staff and the attorney general before supporters can begin collecting signatures for the November ballot. KBZK
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SLAM Summer Festival
10 a.m.–5 p.m. — Bogert Park — Free entry — Celebrate local arts and music at this vibrant community festival in Bozeman.
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Alpaca and Llama Farm Tour
4-5 p.m. — Alpacas of Montana — Ticket prices vary — Get a hands-on experience with alpacas and llamas on a working farm tour.
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Erik Koskinen Band with Sean Devine
8 PM – 2 AM — The Attic Montana — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Minneapolis's Erik Koskinen and special guest Sean Devine.
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Fox and Bones Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — Bozeman Hot Springs — Tickets available — Enjoy heartwarming acoustic pop tunes from the Portland-based folk duo Fox & Bones.
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Mad Mask
7-8 p.m. — Park County Senior Center — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant improvisation of commedia dell’arte with music from 17th and 18th century Naples.
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Dustin Tucker Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Get tickets — Experience the musical talents of Dustin Tucker in a cozy venue.
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Bozeman Chamber Classic Golf Outing
9 AM – 4 PM — Bridger Creek Golf Course — Raffle prizes available — Enjoy refreshments and dance to tunes at this fun community golf event.
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Honeyholler Folk-Country Concert
9 PM – 3 AM — Murray Bar — Ticket price not specified — Experience an evening of folk-country tunes under the stars at the lovely Murray Bar.
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Adventure Van Expo-Bozeman
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Gallatin County Fairgrounds — Entry details not specified — Explore innovative adventure vans, enjoy live music, and indulge in local food trucks.
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Brian Kassay at Livingston Farmers Market
5-11 p.m. — Livingston Farmer's Market — Free entry — Experience the dynamic sound of a multi-instrumentalist blending various musical styles live.
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