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He turned the Yellowstone stampede into a cash cow
Yellowstone National Park attracts over 4 million tourists per year. Alex Wright at DealForge has turned that seasonal stampede into a winning real estate strategy. How he got started: Wright bought a duplex in Bozeman, MT, for $420,000. “My mortgage was $1,900 per month, and the other unit rented for about $1,850, so it gave me an affordable way to live in a growing mountain market,” he explains. Wright eventually sold it for $850,000 and funneled $375,000 into a house in Cody, WY. “It was originally my primary residence,” he says. “I now operate it as a short-term rental.”
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Bozeman company develops tech to help pilots operate when navigation systems fail
BOZEMAN, Mont. — A Bozeman aerospace company is developing new artificial intelligence technology for the U.S. military. Research focuses on strengthening aviation safety and helping ensure aircraft can operate effectively in GPS-contested areas. As AI becomes more advanced, Montana is playing an increasingly important role in aerospace and defense...
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Ag Field Day showcases research on specialty fruit and vegetable crops
CORVALLIS, Mont. — The annual Field Day at the Western Agricultural Research Center brought farmers, students, and scientists from around the state to share and learn more about the work being done at this 119-year-old farm. Montana State University in Bozeman oversees the Corvallis site as well as six...
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The Story of Adam Bronken Fields Part 2
One of the most remarkable parts of the Adam Bronken story is how many businesses agreed to help. Local businesses donated equipment. Contractors contributed labor. Suppliers discounted materials. Friends showed up with tools and machinery. Mountain Supply became a major supporter. Rain Bird helped provide irrigation equipment. Construction companies donated sand, machinery, and expertise. Equipment dealers loaned tractors and tools. Individuals contributed money.
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Utah’s Al’s Sporting Goods to Close Boise Location
Al’s Sporting Goods plans to close its location in Boise, ID. The outdoor retailer will continue to operate three stores in Utah in Logan, Orem and St. George and one in Idaho in Idaho Falls. It also operates three locations in Montana under the Bob Ward’s banner in Bozeman,...
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Bozeman Real Estate Market Bi-Annual Report
As we evaluate the first six months of data, Bozeman’s real estate market continues to show signs of stability, with a gradual increase in inventory and steady buyer activity. While we’re no longer experiencing the frenzied pace of the pandemic years, today’s market remains active for well-priced homes, and buyers have more choices than they have had in several years. Interest rates continue to influence affordability and purchasing decisions, but they haven’t stopped motivated buyers and sellers from making moves. Here’s a look at how the first six months of 2026 compared to recent years.
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Heat and Smoke Impact Local Produce As Montana Farmers Face Growing Challenges
BELGRADE, Mont. — Extreme heat and smoke in Montana ha ve started to impact how some local fruits and vegetables gr ow and reach shoppers locally across the Treasure State. At Amaltheia Dairy Farm in Belgrade, Nathan Brown , a local farmer, sa ys he ha s l argely built the farm’s fruit and vegetable operation by using manure from the goats raised there to make compost for produce. Brown says that when the farm started in 2000, the family had 80 goats and now are up to over 200. "My parents started this goat dairy 26 years ago, in the fall of 2000" Brown said. "And eventually got into vegetables in 2012" Brown explained that some crops ha ve struggled in the heat this summer due to a process called bolting, which makes produce inedible to eat due to being exposed to high temperatures for too long. He pointed to bok choy and lettuce as examples of crops affected by the weather. "We have seen it with like Bok Choy; Bok Choy will bolt on us. All of our Bok Choy bolted last week, " Brown said. "Lettuce is slower to grow if it's really hot out or it
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Big Sky gets its first climate controlled storage
Big Sky’s draw is its recreation: skiing and snowmobiling in winter, rafting, biking and off-roading in summer. That lifestyle comes with a lot of gear in a town where many homes have small garages and several apartments and condos don’t come with a garage. Now, the community has its first climate-controlled storage facility between Michener Creek Rd and Buck’s T-4 in Gallatin Canyon.
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NorthWestern Energy confirms toxin present on Hebgen Reservoir
BOZEMAN, Mont. — The Hebgen Reservoir is now under a health advisory as officials say the presence of a dangerous toxin is in the waters and can be harmful to people, pets and livestock. Routine monitoring on the Hebgen confirms the presence of Anatoxin-A, a toxin associated with harmful...
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Heat and Smoke Impact Local Produce As Montana Farmers Face Growing Challenges
BELGRADE, Mont. — Extreme heat and smoke in Montana have started to impact how some local fruits and vegetables grow and reach shoppers locally across the Treasure State. At Amaltheia Dairy Farm in Belgrade, Nathan Brown, a local farmer, says he has largely built the farm’s fruit and vegetable operation by using manure from the goats raised there to make compost for produce.
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The Coffee Pot changes owners, keeps its heart
William and Amanda Wittpenn take over beloved Bozeman institution, and yes, the cinnamon rolls stay. The Coffee Pot Bakery Café, a Bozeman institution known for its cinnamon rolls and pottery-lined shelves, has changed ownership. But longtime customers won’t notice much of a difference at the counter. William and...
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Mellow Mushroom Builds Midyear Momentum
Atlanta — Mellow Mushroom is entering the second half of 2026 with significant franchise development momentum after signing six franchise deals through the first half of the year, preparing to open new restaurants and expanding into new markets — including its first-ever location in Montana. During the first...
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Mellow Mushroom Accelerates 2026 Growth With New Franchise Deals, “Fast Fine” Restaurant Prototype
The iconic pizza brand is carrying strong franchise development momentum into the second half of 2026 with new signings, first-time market expansion and more. The psychedelic pizza brand continues to attract entrepreneurs who have spent years experiencing Mellow Mushroom as guests before deciding to become owners themselves, a trend leadership says speaks directly to the strength of the brand.