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University staple Taco Montes closing down

University staple Taco Montes closing down

Local restaurant Taco Montes is closing its doors after 11 years serving the Bozeman community. “We have some unfortunate news,” wrote the restaurant in a Facebook post published Jan. 13. “In February we will be shutting our doors and closing down. We would like to thank this amazing community for

More than a pageant: MSU’s very own Miss Montana

More than a pageant: MSU’s very own Miss Montana

Every year, more than 10,000 women across the country participate in local competitions for an opportunity to walk the Miss America stage. Only 52 will get the chance, but for MSU student Kaylee Wolfensberger, it was a surreal moment when she realized she would be one of those 52.

Sarah Johnson-Palomaki’s book explores Hollywood’s relationship with gender

Sarah Johnson-Palomaki’s book explores Hollywood’s relationship with gender

When Sarah Johnson-Palomaki — better known to her students and colleagues as “Dr. J.P.” — walks into a classroom, she carries more than a stack of lecture notes. She brings several years' worth of her research and literature, including chapters of her new book, “Cinema and Feminism: A Quick

Forging community at the 406 Flea market

Forging community at the 406 Flea market

Bozeman community members who walked into the Midtown Event Space on Jan. 24 were immediately drawn to the various colorful and trendy thrift and art vendors set up around the room. Inside, various vintage clothing sellers — along with local art and jewelry booths — organized clothing racks and tables to kick

Bobcat spirit persists after heartbreak in Frisco

Bobcat spirit persists after heartbreak in Frisco

On Jan. 6, 2025, Bobcat fans were left heartbroken as their beloved team fell just short against the North Dakota State University Bison (NDSU) in the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) national championship game. The Bobcats, looking to complete their perfect season, were ultimately defeated 35-32 in a contest that

Montana Senate sends Ellsworth's contract controversy to ethics committee

The Montana Senate on Monday invoked its constitutional authority to adjudicate an abuse of power and waste of state resources by a Republican senator from Hamilton who quietly arranged a six-figure contract with his longtime business associate. The Senate ethics committee will hear the case of Sen. Jason Ellsworth,

Legislative audit: Sen. Ellsworth's contracts 'illegal,' 'waste of state resources'

A Hamilton senator's recent attempt to skirt oversight in the bidding process constituted abuse of his government position as Senate President, and he wasted state resources in trying to resolve the matter, legislative auditors have determined. Republican Sen. Jason Ellsworth quietly signed a $170,100 contract with a