Good morning, this is your Bozeman Local Frequency for Friday, May 2, 2025. Today’s shaping up to be a lively Friday across the Gallatin Valley, with events and news that connect our community and keep you in the know. Let’s start with weather and a quick look at the headlines. After a chilly start, we’re expecting comfortable spring temperatures in the Bozeman area, perfect for getting outside and enjoying the day. In the news, Bozeman continues to garner attention statewide. The Montana PBS station is breaking ground on an ambitious thirty-one point five million dollar expansion, which will allow for more local programming and educational outreach in the years to come. Two new measles cases were confirmed this week in Gallatin County, so local health officials are reminding everyone to double-check vaccination status, especially ahead of the busy summer event season. Meanwhile, the Bozeman Fire Department is inviting families to a free car seat check event this afternoon from one to three p.m. at Fire Station 3 on 1705 Vaquero Parkway. Certified technicians will be on hand to make sure your kids ride safe as the summer travel season gets underway.If you are looking for things to do, Bozeman’s calendar is packed. The Bozeman Spring Made Fair kicks off this evening at the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse. This modern craft market, featuring more than 190 local artists and nonprofits, opens with a VIP shopping night from five to eight p.m. Tickets are ten dollars, with proceeds supporting a local nonprofit, and this is a great chance to get first dibs on artisan-made goods before Saturday’s main event. Shoppers are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to help the Gallatin Valley Food Bank, so you can support neighbors while picking up something unique.Tonight, history buffs and architecture fans can head over to the storied Story Mansion for “A New Lease” – an adaptive reuse open house celebrating Bozeman’s historic structures. The event starts at five-thirty and offers a chance to learn how creative renovations are giving some of our oldest buildings new life and fresh purpose.Looking further ahead, Montana State’s Bridger Solar Team recently showed off their solar-powered race car at the Earth Day festival, highlighting innovation in our local student community. There’s also a notable uptick in traffic enforcement after a recent report ranked Montana with the highest reckless driving fatality rate in the country. Local authorities urge everyone to drive safe as activities — and foot traffic — pick up.That’s your Bozeman Local Frequency for today. Remember, whether you are keeping up with community news, supporting local artists, or just enjoying the spring weather, Bozeman is full of ways to connect. 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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