Montana Values

Angie Ripple

As a kid growing up in Montana, I heard the phrase ‘Montana values’ what seems like a million times—on political ads, in conversations... it just really came from everywhere. But Montana values are a lot more than buzzwords, and…

What's Your Beef? Bozeman Citizens Who Is Speaking, and Who Is Listening?

On November 3, Bozeman voters will decide whether to adopt a new city charter. Whatever the outcome, one question remains: How do citizens make their voices heard at City Hall, and how do they know anyone is listening? During our work on the Bozeman…

Best Time of the Year to Buy or Sell: What the 2026 Numbers Tell Us

Tim Ford

As the weather cools and the holidays approach, homeowners often wonder whether they should list their property now or wait until spring. Buyers face a similar question: Is there a particular time of year when they’re more likely to find a good…

Here Comes The Wind Again

Lisa Vandenbos

The wind in Livingston is to be reckoned with. Often called the state’s “wind capital,” Livingston experiences high winds due to a “mountain gap wind” created as air funnels between the Absaroka, Bridger, and Gallatin…

The Masonic Movement in Montana

Pat Hill

When white men moved into Montana in the early 1860s in pursuit of gold and new opportunities, Freemasons were among their ranks and would leave their mark on the history of the Treasure State.Freemasons are members of one of the world’s oldest…

Giving Thanks for Bozeman

Topher Sedlak

Welcome to November. A time of giving thanks. A time when Americans roast a bird (or facsimile), bake some sweet potatoes, and valiantly try to make cranberries taste better.Like the Fourth of July, Thanksgiving is truly an all-American holiday. It…