🌱 Hyalite Canyon Recreation Corridor Closing Data + Rental Scams

Hi all. I'm back in your inbox this chilly morning with your fresh copy of the Bozeman Patch newsletter. Follow along to find out the most important things happening around town.

But first, today's weather:

A.M. flurries; cloudy, cold. High: 31 Low: 14.

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Here are the top three stories in Bozeman today:

1. Recent Montana State graduate and star of the Bobcats' rodeo team, Caleb Berquist, is recovering from a serious injury sustained last week. Berquist was riding his side-by-side at his ranch when it crashed and rolled over him. He lost feeling in his legs, and though he's regained some of it, still cannot feel below his knees. A GoFundMe account raised over $60,000 in less than a week to help pay for his surgeries. (KULR-TV)
2. Motorists be aware that Hyalite Canyon Recreation Corridor will close for the spring season as of Apr. 1. The road will reopen in mid-May. During spring, melting snow and ice saturate the subgrade too much to support vehicles, according to the USDA. Those visiting the area should be aware of the closure and alert for construction along the route. (Fairfield Sun Times)
3. If you're looking to rent, be sure to verify that the listing is legitimate. According to Bozeman Police Detective Jacob Ahmann, rental scams are on the rise in the area. Residents are advised to know when something looks too good to be true and to be aware of weird communication received from listing agents. (KBZK News)

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Today in Bozeman:

• Preschool Science Series At Montana Science Center (10:00 AM)
• Tie Hard: Fly Tying With Troutfitters At Montana Troutfitters (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Ticket Sauce is Montana's funk rock and blues power trio. The Sauce features hard rock and funk soul throwbacks, extended jams, searing solos, and classics you'll probably never see another band play live. Ticket Sauce has played over 400 shows around the state and has built a small cult following. Visit Hot Springs Bozeman for their concert on Apr. 23 at 9 p.m. (Bozeman Hot Springs via Facebook)
• Summer is right around the corner: Are you ready for summer art camp? Arts on Fire Bozeman will be having six sessions this summer, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Some projects will include hand-building with clay, acrylic painting, and ceramic glazing. You can sign up here! (Arts On Fire Bozeman via Facebook)
• The Downtown Bozeman Association and participating downtown restaurants, pubs, and cafes are excited to bring you Downtown Bozeman Restaurant Week! This seven-day event will be filled with good eats and drinks, off-menu specials, exclusive dining experiences, and chances to win some amazing prizes from local sponsors! For more information, please visit the event page. (Bozeman Restaurant Week via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you around.

— Lauren Kubiak

About me: Lauren is an Editor for Lightning Media Partners. She graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor’s in journalism. She was previously a full-time editor at an association management firm, editing peer-reviewed nursing journals, textbooks, and newsletters.