Good Day
Bozeman
Thursday, August 28th, 2025
Good morning, Bozeman. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents from King Arthur Park and Mountain Meadows Estates held a press conference at Gallatin County Courthouse on Monday to form tenant unions and plan to buy their land to avoid rent hikes and displacement — several local officials, including Deputy Mayor Joey Morrison and Sen. Cora Neumann, voiced their support. They said they will continue working with Oakland Companies to secure a fair deal if their bid is not accepted. KBZK
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters contained a wildfire on Nash Road near Bozeman on Aug 26 that burned two acres of grass and brush and threatened homes—no structures were damaged while one landowner was treated for smoke inhalation. KBZK
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 19-year-old MSU student was arrested on felony sexual intercourse without consent and felony aggravated assault charges after an incident at a Bozeman residence on August 23 when police said the suspect drove a woman home from an off-campus party and assaulted her after she repeatedly said stop — authorities obtained a search warrant and arrested him on August 26. KBZK
- ➤ On August 18, 2025, Bozeman police recovered a stolen vehicle containing items believed to have been taken—officials said in a release. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ A stolen vehicle chase through downtown Bozeman ended yesterday in a crash at the intersection of Main Street and 11th Avenue — officers assisting the Montana Highway Patrol near Bozeman High School detained the suspect after he fled on foot, and no injuries were reported. KBZK
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Governor Gianforte and First Lady Gianforte celebrated the second anniversary of Montana’s Imagination Library expansion in Bozeman—27,500 children now receive free monthly books. The event featured a fireside chat, local music performances, and a video message from Dolly Parton thanking families for supporting early reading. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Governor Greg Gianforte and First Lady Susan Gianforte celebrated the second anniversary of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Bozeman on Aug 27—marking a key milestone in the statewide expansion of the program. MontanaRightNow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bozeman groups are debating a ballot initiative called WARD that would require developers paying cash-in-lieu for water to include a one‑third share of affordable homes. The Affordable Bozeman Coalition and local business owners warn it may raise housing costs and slow development—while supporters claim it protects water supplies. KBZK
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Jack n Jill Marathon & Half Marathon
6:30 AM - 12:30 PM — Sacajawea Park and Tennis Courts — Registration required — A scenic marathon in Yellowstone Country that qualifies for the Boston Marathon.
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Dead & Down Concert
7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Check local listings — Experience an evening with the roots-rock band Dead & Down, bridging genres with their explorative sound.
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IndepenDANCE Showcase
2-4 p.m. — Willson Auditorium — Free venue parking — Enjoy a lively showcase featuring over 20 unique dance performances across various styles.
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5K Brew Run
6-8 p.m. — MAP Brewing Company — $10 entry — Enjoy a scenic 5K run with a finishing beer, prizes, and support for your local brewery.
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Rocky Mountain Natural Building Conference Open House
4:30-6:00 p.m. — Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture — Free entry — Kick off the conference with refreshments and engaging discussions on natural building.
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Livingston Bluegrass Festival 2025
5-11 p.m. — Shane Lalani Center for the Arts — Free for youth 13 and under — Experience the best of bluegrass with top acts and food from ‘Yer Nose food truck.
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Gallatin Freshman Football Game Against CMR
10 AM - 12 PM — Van Winkle Stadium — Free entry — Cheer on the Gallatin Freshman team in an exciting home match against CMR.
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Blackwater Railroad Co.
7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Cost info not provided — Experience the wild energy of Blackwater Railroad Co. merging bluegrass with saxophone-driven roots-rock.
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Brian Kassay Live at The Bozeman Taproom
6 PM – 12 AM — Murray Bar — No cover charge — Experience live-looping magic from multi-instrumentalist Brian Kassay as he blends sounds with guitar, drums, and more.
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Level 1 Freeski Film Tour
7:30-11 p.m. — The ELM — $22.50 — Enjoy a thrilling showcase of top ski films with giveaways, signed posters, and professional appearances.
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