🌱 New Bozeman Fire Station + 3-In-1 Community Center Planned

Hello there, Bozeman. I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Wednesday: Cooler with clouds and sun. High: 42 Low: 29.
• Thursday: Snow; rain mixing in. High: 36 Low: 23.

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Here are the top three stories today in Bozeman:

1. Bozeman and Montana State University (MSU) announced the groundbreaking of a new fire station that will replace the current one located on South 19th Avenue. The new facility, to be built on 1.1 acres of land leased by MSU to the city, is expected to be completed in 2024 and will reduce response times for campus calls and improve coverage at the Bobcat Stadium and campus events. The project is being funded by a $6.7 million bond approved by Bozeman voters in 2021. (NBC Montana)
2. Bozeman, Livingston, and Belgrade are all planning to build recreational centers with respective costs of $95 million, $18 million, and $50 million. Bozeman's community center will consist of a recreation center, aquatic center, and library with a potential location that is yet to be decided. Although many people are excited about the project, they are also concerned about its high cost, and city officials plan to respect public input and deliver a project with as much value as possible. (KBZK News)
3. Bozeman's Historic Preservation Advisory Board will hold events in May celebrating the city's history and preservation program. The events will include lectures, tours, and awards dedicated to the city's history. Until May 1, nominations are open for Historic Preservation and Legacy Awards in various categories, with award winners to be honored at a ceremony on May 31 at the Bozeman Event Space. (NBC Montana)

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Today and tomorrow in Bozeman:

Wednesday, April 12

• Toddler And Preschooler Storytime At Bozeman Public Library (10:15 AM)
• Open Mic At Valhalla Meadery (6:00 PM)

Thursday, April 13

• MSU Spring Rodeo At Brick Breeden Fieldhouse (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Four Bozeman-based agencies ranked in the top five Yelp-reviewed real estate agencies in Montana, according to a new NeighborWho study. Visit the link for the full list of top-rated real estate agencies in Montana and across the U.S. (NeighborWho)
• New homes have been listed for sale in the Bozeman area! Get all the property details at the link. (Bozeman Patch)
• MSU hosted its annual Sustainability Summit on Tuesday (Apr. 11), which included keynote speakers, tours, and workshops focusing on sustainability, as well as updates on the university's sustainability and carbon neutrality goals. MSU's Office of Sustainability has been working on expanding its recycling program and composting and aims to be a zero-waste campus by 2035 by diverting or reusing 90 percent of materials that come onto campus. (Bozeman Daily Chronicle)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll catch up with you bright and early soon with another update!

— 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.