Good morning, Bozeman.

Fire departments from Manhattan, Amsterdam, Three Forks, and Gallatin Gateway fought a large outdoor blaze near Exit 288 close to Manhattan on Sunday, Sept 14—officials have not confirmed the cause.

Gas prices in Montana stayed at $3.23 per gallon last week — the price was 1.1¢ lower than a month ago and 9.1¢ lower than last year based on Monday's data.

Graduate students in MSU's master's in innovation and management program helped expand the Dolly Parton Imagination Library enrollment by reaching families in Gallatin and Park counties through fairs, mailers, and poster campaigns.

Their outreach added about 300 new sign-ups as of May — boosting early literacy for local children and included presentations to First Lady Susan Gianforte.

FWP is asking hunters and other recreationists to watch for the greater short horned lizard this fall when exploring Montana’s outdoors.

Officials say sightings will help gather crucial data on the species—data needed to support future conservation efforts.

Gallatin County is holding seven free composting workshops from Sept.

25 to Oct. 16 to teach residents how to turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost—sessions will be hosted at various community centers and libraries across the county.

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.

Paige King Johnson: Livingston Songwriter Festival 2025

4-8 p.m. — ENGINE ROOM DEEP DISH PIZZA — Cost not specified — Enjoy an evening of melodic storytelling with award-winning country artist Paige King Johnson.

The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus Live Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The ELM — Tickets on sale September 5 — Experience the energy of The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus along with Morning in May.