🌱 Special Olympics In Bozeman + Gallatin River Impaired

Hello, friends. Lauren Kubiak here with your fresh copy of the Bozeman Patch newsletter, filled with everything you need to know about what's going on locally.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Warmer with a stray t-shower. High: 72 Low: 46.
• Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 71 Low: 46.

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Here are the top three stories today in Bozeman:

1. Special Olympics athletes will compete in the 2023 State Summer Games in Bozeman, Montana. The event includes various sports, such as bocce, track and field, golf, gymnastics, soccer, swimming, and cycling. Around 700 athletes and 180 unified partners are expected to participate. The opening ceremony will feature a performance by country recording artist Stephanie Quayle and will take place at Montana State University's Bobcat Stadium. Volunteers are still needed for the games, and interested individuals can sign up on the Special Olympics Montana website. (NBC Montana)
2. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved listing a section of the Gallatin River as impaired due to toxic algal blooms. The impaired stretch covers a 40-mile section from Yellowstone National Park to the Spanish Creek confluence, including areas of growth near West Yellowstone, Big Sky, and Gallatin Canyon. The pollution is mainly caused by nutrient pollution from fertilizer and wastewater, but other factors like climate change also contribute. The cleanup plan could take up to six years to develop and will include voluntary recommendations to reduce pollution from non-point sources. (Bozeman Daily Chronicle)
3. Several businesses and homes on North Rose Avenue and East Oak Street in Bozeman, Montana, were vandalized last Thursday night. The Bozeman Public Safety Center was among the properties damaged. The suspect responsible for the vandalism was located and arrested by Bozeman patrol officers. Officials advise anyone whose property was damaged in relation to the incident to report it to dispatch at (406) 582-2000. (NBC Montana)

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Today and tomorrow in Bozeman:

Monday, May 15

• Jennie's Arthritis Foundation Exercise Class @ Neighborhood Center Card Room (10:15 AM)
• Bridge @ Rocky Mountain Development Council (1:00 PM)

Tuesday, May 16

• BPL Book Club @ Bozeman Public Library Book Club (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Bozeman, Montana, known for its beer culture, also offers a variety of options for wine enthusiasts. Joe's Parkway Market is recommended for its extensive wine selection, while Vino Per Tutti provides a curated collection of unique wines. Maven's Market offers its own line of in-house wines with local art labels, and Town & Country is a budget-friendly option. Other places to find wine in Bozeman include The Bozeman Co-Op, Montana Wine & Spirits, Whole Foods, Rosauers, and World Market. (Visit Bozeman via Facebook)
• Montana Parent Magazine highlighted a collaborative article with Bozeman Public Schools on youth mental health in their May issue. They discuss the ongoing crisis and the importance of partnerships in addressing it. The article also provides a non-exhaustive list of potential depression symptoms in youth, such as mood changes, lack of energy, sleep and eating disturbances, self-criticism, loss of enjoyment, and physical complaints. They remind readers of the available helpline at 406-586-3333 or 988 for assistance and support. (Bozeman Help Center via Facebook)
• Venture Church invites children aged PreK-5th grade to join their Vacation Bible School for a fun-filled week of new friendships, exciting games, and unexpected adventures. The event promises to be the highlight of the summer, providing a memorable experience for the participants. Registration can be done online. (Downtown Bozeman via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll see you back in your inbox soon with your next 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.