January Cover Artist: Ella Kuzyk

Wed. Jan. 1st, 2025

A painter, muralist, adventurous spirit, and big time lover of life, Ella Kuzyk has been making art from the moment she could jam her baby hands into a jar of paint. Growing up in various mountain towns around the West, she has always been sketching…

Letter From the Editor

Angie Ripple  |   Wed. Jan. 1st, 2025

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…

City Commissioners Should Take Back Authority On The Guthrie

Wed. Jan. 1st, 2025

Rendering of "The Guthrie" at 5th and Villard presented by Home Base at Bozeman City Commission meeting July 9th 2024 I live in an old house on the north side of Bozeman, and this winter I find myself in a bit of pickle.Six weeks ago, I…

Real Estate Resolutions For The New Year

Tim Ford  |   Wed. Jan. 1st, 2025

As we welcome 2025, many people are making New Year’s resolutions to improve their lives—and for some, this means taking steps toward home ownership or investing in real estate. Whether you’re dreaming of buying your first home…

Shan

Katie Thomas  |   Wed. Jan. 1st, 2025

Two years ago, the nice guy installing my new kitchen cabinets mentioned that his neighbor was opening an authentic Thai-Chinese restaurant in Bozeman in the near future. I said, ‘Hold that hammering – are you sure?’ I didn’t want to be…

Acoustic Month at the Bozeman Hot Springs

Jessica Cairoli  |   Wed. Jan. 1st, 2025

The perfect sanctuary from bitter Montana winters, the Bozeman Hot Springs is an excellent place to relax and warm up amidst the snowy chill of Bozeman. Whether you’ve had a long day braving the outdoors or are looking for a cozy activity out…

Eric Martinez Musician / Songwriter / Producer

Brian Ripple  |   Wed. Jan. 1st, 2025

Hailing from Rockville, Maryland and calling Denver, Colorado home, Eric Martinez is a guitarist in the rock/jam band world and a fixture of the Denver Music Scene.Having been a member of multiple touring acts over the years, Eric has earned a…

Goodbye Winter Birthday Blues

Sydney Jones  |   Wed. Jan. 1st, 2025

With a fresh start to a brand new year, we all get the opportunity to look forward to another 12 months, each filled with different ceremonies and celebrations. With a January birthdate myself, I am no stranger to the way winter birthdays sometimes…

Tap ‘er Light

Steve McGann  |   Wed. Jan. 1st, 2025

Last November, in a baffled state of mind, I gazed at a political map of Montana and realized the reason for one of the sparse blue sections. Hoping for some inspiration, some hope, I searched the bookcase for a biography of the most respected…

Bad Days on the River

Jeff Beyl  |   Wed. Jan. 1st, 2025

How was your day fishing? Terrible! Didn’t you have a good time? No! What? Is there such a thing as a bad day on the river? I have fished on days when the sun scorched down upon us and we sweat so much we looked like we had just gone…

Top 10 Bozeman Winter Activities

Angie Ripple  |   Wed. Jan. 1st, 2025

A Bozeman winter brings long, cold days and nights, and you’ll want some activities to keep you warm and busy until things thaw out. We’ve collected a handful of ideas to keep you moving and happy this winter. Play in the SnowEmbrace the…