August 2025
Angie Ripple
August is the month I moved to Bozeman, and this August is the month I celebrate having lived here for thirty years. When I made the decision to attend Montana State University and move from the Mission Valley, Flathead Reservation, and many friends…
July 2025
Angie Ripple
There’s something about July that makes Bozeman feel like the soundtrack of summer is finally turned all the way up. It’s in the hum of longer days under our big sky, the shuffle of Chacos and Birkenstocks on warm sidewalks, and the…
June 2025
Angie Ripple
There’s a certain kind of energy that returns to Bozeman this time of year—not all at once, but gradually, like the way a summer storm gathers over the Bridgers. First, it’s a whisper of wind. Then clouds roll in, heavy with the…
May 2025
Angie Ripple
It was eighteen years ago this month that the seeds of Bozeman Magazine were first planted. Freshly fired from a publication we had offered hundreds of thousands of dollars to buy, with an eight-month-old baby in tow, my husband and I embarked on…
April 2025
Angie Ripple
For the past 18 years, we have been bringing you the stories of Bozeman’s past and present on a monthly basis. Each April we aim to shine a light on local sustainability and share cautionary tales as well as actionable steps you can take to…
February 2025
Angie Ripple
I believe the true essence of Bozeman lies in its people—their character, kindness, and spirit define its heart. Founded in 1864, Bozeman got its start while Abraham Lincoln was president; the American Civil War began and raged; the phrase…
January 2025
Angie Ripple
As the new year begins, it’s time to embrace the boundless opportunities ahead and live out loud! Each January brings a renewed sense of hope—hope for brighter days, for positive change, and for a deeper connection to the places and…
December 2024
Angie Ripple
Driving down Willson Avenue on a winter evening in December is something I look forward to each holiday season. I love the curve of the road heading toward downtown, winter’s leafless tree canopy, stoic historic homes on either side, and a…
November 2024
Angie Ripple
I recently came across a quote that really hit home with me: “Be strong enough to stand alone, smart enough to know when you need help, and brave enough to ask for it.” As I reflect on my journey as the founder of this local publication…
October 2024
Angie Ripple
If you’re an avid reader of Bozeman Magazine, you may have noticed that I took a break from writing the letter from the editor for quite a few months, mostly due to burn out. We’ve been publishing every month for over 200 months; with a…
