Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.
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🏘️ Community
Hundreds of protesters gathered along Main St in Bozeman on Labor Day to support higher wages and stronger labor protections over wealth.
Organizer Carol Anway said the event featured chants and handmade signs that also called attention to preserving national parks and community safety—despite a counter protester revving his engine as a free speech display.
💼 Business
Governor Gianforte cut the ribbon at the new Rivian plant in Belgrade near the airport — marking a major addition to the region's growing industrial investments.
The service and demo center is part of Montana’s ongoing business expansion.
The Kraft family runs Kraft Hay and Grain in Bozeman and takes risks each year with weather changes and market swings.
They faced a hard hay market in 2023 and 2024 but the supply and demand is more balanced this year—helping them continue farming.
🎓 Education
The Gallatin River Child Care Big Sky Center will open this week to serve up to 24 children ages six weeks to three years and extend child care hours during peak season—helping parents with nontraditional schedules.
The center is run by the nonprofit Gallatin River Child Care, which earlier opened a facility in Gallatin Gateway.
🏛️ Government
Bozeman has changed its property tax system after state legislation lowered taxable values and caused a shortfall for fire and police services—prompting the city to shift from fixed mill levies to a dollar-based formula.
The new system means median homeowners will pay about $125 less while the city addresses an $810,000 general fund cut.
🎉 Bozeman Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Gallatin Freshman Football Clash
11 AM – 1 PM — Van Winkle Stadium — Admission details not specified — Don't miss the gridiron clash as Gallatin Freshman takes on Bozeman in an epic high school football showdown.
SLEEP THEORY - THE AFTERGLOW TOUR
7-8:30 p.m. — The ELM — General admission standing — Experience Sleep Theory alongside Nevertel, Oxymorrons, and Stray View in an electrifying live performance.
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