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Cheap coffee, priceless company: Belgrade McDonald's group has shared morning laughs and tears since the '50s

BELGRADE — It’s 7:30 a.m. at the Belgrade McDonald’s and the Coffee Club members have already started drinking their first cup. The sun is just coming up over the horizon, and other customers are meandering into the place sleepily. Except for the club, that is. They’re

Bozeman's Bikefill Park Master Plan Finalized, Construction Set To Begin

Bozeman's Bikefill Park Master Plan Finalized, Construction Set To Begin

BOZEMAN, Mont. — A new bike park is one step closer to becoming a reality for the Bozeman community. The Gallatin Valley Land Trust has finalized the master plan for the Bikefill Community Park, a project first announced last summer. The plan includes background on the history of the project, outlines

‘Today is just the greatest day’: Big Sky hosts 17th annual Special Olympics

‘Today is just the greatest day’: Big Sky hosts 17th annual Special Olympics

Skis, boots and snowshoes lined the Madison Base Area at Big Sky Resort early last Monday as music blasted through a speaker. Athletes raced past spectators, all chasing the same goal: to showcase that, regardless of where you start, anyone is capable of crossing the finish line. On March 2,

Farm Stays and Sober Vacations Are Surging as Travelers Rethink How They Travel in 2026

Farm Stays and Sober Vacations Are Surging as Travelers Rethink How They Travel in 2026

Early travel trends for 2026 show a shift toward simpler, healthier, and less crowded experiences. After years of packed itineraries and activity-driven trips, many travelers are prioritizing digital detoxes and alcohol-free escapes, choosing vacations that emphasize rest and presence over constant stimulation. New data from Expedia and Vrbo

Big Sky vote to determine future of local health care in two counties

Big Sky residents in Madison and Gallatin counties will determine the future of community health care in a special-purpose district vote in May. The ballot initiative aims to create a Big Sky Hospital/Wellness district, which would levy property taxes from within its borders to fund the creation and

Montana dude ranch seeks water lease for its members-only golf course under new law

The Crazy Mountain Ranch’s proposal to use new legislation to lease water to itself to irrigate an 18-hole and 3-par golf course has gained initial approval from the state. The Department of Natural Resources and Conservation posted its decision on Feb. 19. That started the clock ticking

Gallatin Community Gun Club holds inclusive gun training event

Gallatin Community Gun Club holds inclusive gun training event

In Montana, guns are a familiar sight — but without an inclusive space to learn, the barrier for entry can be high. The Gallatin Community Gun Club (GCGC) is working to change that, teaching everyone regardless of their identity. Despite heavy rain and unrelenting wind, members of the Gallatin community joined