Good morning, Bozeman.

Residents are invited to submit photos of their holiday decorations for the contest hosted by KBZK and KXLF, entering via email or Facebook Messenger.

Entries are accepted through Sunday, Dec. 21, with winners from each viewing area announced Dec. 22.

Bozeman healthcare worker Kris Twum has expanded her holiday stocking drive from Gallatin Rest Home to include Meals on Wheels clients, providing seniors with essentials like hygiene products and gift cards until Dec.

15 (donations have been slower amid a tight financial climate).

Montana State student Jack Schnepf shows his self-portrait and quantum-inspired paintings at Big Sky gallery and the MSU Helen E.

Copeland Gallery (his work turns complex science into art). He will graduate on Friday, Dec. 12 and take on new local projects.

Montana State photography intern Jack Powers (known for his work at local NCAA events) will graduate tomorrow at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse and plans a trip to Antarctica to pursue a career in sports and political photography.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks data shows that the deer and elk season from Oct.

25 through Nov. 30 had mixed results as mild weather made game hard to find in southwestern Montana + check stations in areas like Alder and Cameron recorded varied harvest numbers.

Montana DOT has reduced vacancies from 30% to 4% and will use rotating crews and specialized tow plow operators to clear Bozeman roads this winter.

Phillip Shepherd from Tennessee is set to work 12 weeks in Bozeman clearing two lanes over 4,311 plow miles.

Local photographer Jeff Krogstad (MSU alum) has spent 15 seasons capturing Bobcat football games from the sidelines.

He is optimistic for Friday night’s game against Stephen F. Austin as his lighter frame helps him capture dynamic shots (blue and gold spirit) to share online.

December Grounds for Connection: A Mental Health Professional Meetup

9-11 a.m. — Sky Oro — Free entry — Network over pastries and gain insights on mental health with Dr. Rebecka Pearson.

Live Music with Mathias

7-10 p.m. — Bozeman Hot Springs — Ticket Info Unavailable — Experience dynamic acoustic folk sounds fueled by rock and funk from a local favorite.

Tom Petty Christmas Party

9:00 – 11:59 PM — Tune Up — Free entry — Celebrate the season with Petty jams and Christmas fun at the Second Annual Tom Petty Christmas Party.

A Christmas Carol Performance

3-6 p.m. — Ellen Theatre — Tickets from $25 — Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge in a heartwarming holiday performance.

Sparkle Spectacular New Year's Eve

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Tinworks at Rialto — Celebrate with sparkles, champagne, and dance moves.