Good morning, this is your Bozeman Local Frequency for Friday, May 9th, 2025.We start today downtown, where a rash of graffiti has recently struck several local businesses, leaving store owners and the city working together to clean up and restore a sense of pride along Main Street. Law enforcement is investigating, and in the meantime, residents are encouraged to support affected businesses and keep an eye out for any suspicious activity.In city leadership news, Bozeman officially appointed Chuck Winn as the permanent city manager this week. Winn, who had served in the interim role, is set to guide the city through its packed construction season, which includes more than 26 million dollars in upgrades and improvements throughout Bozeman neighborhoods. Expect to see plenty of orange cones and detours as crews work on roads and infrastructure this spring and summer, so be sure to plan your commutes accordingly and give workers extra space.Turning to public health, Gallatin County has confirmed two new cases of measles, a reminder to check your vaccinations and keep your family protected. Meanwhile, the annual Give Big Gallatin Valley fundraiser just wrapped up, raising a record-breaking 2.8 million dollars for over 250 local nonprofits. This collective effort speaks to Bozeman’s strong community spirit and support for causes ranging from youth mentorship to conservation.Outdoors, a hiker had to be rescued from Baldy Peak over the weekend after being caught in deep late-season snow. First responders urge all hikers to be prepared for lingering winter conditions at higher elevations, even as the valley starts to green up.If you’re looking for something fun tonight, the Bozeman Art Museum is hosting the Distance and Details opening reception for Bozeman Botanicals from 5 to 7 PM. It’s a great chance to see new works by local artists and connect with neighbors. And for Montana State University students and families, excitement is building for spring commencement, which is just around the corner, with thousands of graduates ready to celebrate their achievements.Finally, on the sports front, keep an eye on the Bobcats as rosters shuffle ahead of the upcoming season, and congratulations to Twin Bridges’ own newly crowned high school archery state champion.That’s a wrap for this Friday. Remember that Bozeman is at its best when we work together, whether it’s cleaning up graffiti, supporting local causes, or cheering each other on. This has been Bozeman Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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