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Hear from Bozeman's mayoral candidates

The candidates running for Bozeman's mayoral seat are Douglas Fischer, John Meyer and Brendan O'Connor. Read on to hear their responses to the Exponent’s 2025 candidate questionnaire. Candidates were given three weeks to respond to the questionnaire and were given word counts for each response.

MSU continues to sharpen sustainability efforts at the stadium

MSU continues to sharpen sustainability efforts at the stadium

When Bobcat football plays at home, the MSU community rushes to the stadium to get their fill of food, drink and school pride. However, with a seating capacity of 20,000 and hundreds of tailgating spots in the surrounding parking lots, games can have some negative impacts, according to some

Patagonia founder and local conservationists speak on new simplistic fly-fishing book

Patagonia founder and local conservationists speak on new simplistic fly-fishing book

The art of fly-fishing has grown increasingly complex over the years as many anglers prioritize gear over technique. Over 10 years ago, Yvon Chouinard — the founder of Patagonia — teamed up with Montana conservationist Craig Mathews and pro fly fisherman Mauro Mazzo to address this problem in their book: “Simple

Y2Y presents on conservation initiatives

Y2Y presents on conservation initiatives

Montana has the second-highest rate of wildlife-vehicle collisions in the U.S. according to 2025 State Farm data. Last Wednesday, students in MSU’s general ecology class gathered to hear an expert discuss possible solutions to this problem. On Oct. 1, the Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative (Y2Y)

MSU’s research enterprise continues to innovate

In the face of a changing national research landscape, MSU is working to maintain its position in the sector. Backed by about $300 million in funding this year, the University is constantly aiming to improve its top-rated research enterprise. As part of its land grant mission, MSU is called

Bikefill bike park approaches $1.8 million fundraising goal

Bikefill bike park approaches $1.8 million fundraising goal

The Bikefill Bike Park project, spearheaded by Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVLT), is almost fully funded after fifteen years of dreaming. A contractor for the project will be selected on Oct. 17 and construction is slated to begin in spring 2026. Located between the old Bozeman landfill and Snowfill Park,

Bozeman officials pass codes improving protections for local wetlands

Bozeman officials pass codes improving protections for local wetlands

In an effort to strengthen protection for local wetlands, the Bozeman City Commission passed a set of development codes last week increasing the minimum buffer between wetlands and developments from 10 feet to 25. The legislation was passed Sept. 9 in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2023