Good morning, this is your Local Frequency Local Frequency Bozeman for November 22, 2024.

We're starting off with some breaking news from the past few days. Belgrade High School was under a shelter-in-place order on Friday morning due to a safety concern, but thankfully, everything was resolved without incident[1]. In other news, a man was arrested after firing shots at Belgrade Police officers, and we're glad to report that no officers were injured[1].

Moving on to cultural events, tonight at 6:30 PM, you can catch the "Woven by the Land" fashion show featuring work by Jenny Montana & White Bear Moccasins at 129 E. Main Street in downtown Bozeman[2]. This event promises to be a fantastic showcase of local talent and craftsmanship.

In sports, our local teams have been making waves. Montana State is gearing up for a top-10 Brawl of the Wild matchup, and we're excited to see how they'll perform[3]. Home dominance has been the trend in the Cat-Griz rivalry, so we're looking forward to seeing if that holds true again.

On the job market front, we don't have any major hiring announcements to share today, but we do want to remind everyone that Best Buy recently opened its fourth store location in Montana right here in Bozeman, which is a significant development for our local economy[1].

In real estate, there's been a proposal for an apartment complex near a local farm, which has raised concerns among farm owners about the potential impact on their operations[3]. We'll be keeping an eye on this story as it develops.

From city hall, we have updates on the recent election. Voters in Gallatin County said no to tax increases but approved Bozeman's plastic ban, which is a significant step forward for our community's environmental efforts[1].

Weather-wise, it's looking like a chilly day ahead, so make sure to bundle up if you're planning on heading out. We recommend checking the latest forecast before you go.

In new business activity, we're excited to see the Distillers Fest that took place on November 16, which was a great event for local spirits enthusiasts[1]. Also, Bozeman Health has launched a mental health walk-in clinic, which is a fantastic resource for our community[1].

Looking ahead to the next few days, we have a variety of community events lined up. On November 24, you can join in on a fundraiser for a Ukrainian mother and daughter who have fled the war and are now living in Bozeman[1].

In local school news, Belgrade High School students have been making headlines with their achievements, and we're proud to see our young community members thriving[1].

For great deals, we recommend checking out local grocery stores and restaurants, which often have special offers and discounts. Today, why not try supporting a local business and enjoying some of the best that Bozeman has to offer?

Finally, we have a feel-good community story to share. The Veterans Columbarium in Bozeman was recently dedicated after years of work, and it's a beautiful tribute to our local veterans[1].

This has been Bozeman Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.