🌱 Patch AM: Which Bozeman players could power another deep title run?

Good morning Bozeman! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• Which Bozeman players could power another deep title run?
• How Montana's new AI election law could affect Bozeman-area campaigns.
• Monocular or binoculars: which really fits Bozeman-area adventures best?

Also on today's calendar: Qigong and 6 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Andrew Webster Handyman S.!

Today's riddle: What did the wall say to the other wall. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 86 and low of 55 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Thursday: Peeks of sunshine, temps: high: 84, low: 58.
• Friday: A stray afternoon t-shower, with a high of 82 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Girls Soccer Preview: Gallatin, Bozeman in pursuit of championship seasons in 2026 (bozemandailychronicle.com) — Bozeman High's girls soccer team kicks off a new season this week aiming to return to Class AA title form, while crosstown rival Gallatin chases redemption after recent heartbreaks. Coaches highlight key returning all-state players, big defensive holes to fill, and how both programs' strong cultures keep Bozeman at the center of Montana's girls soccer scene.
   

• Political complaints pointing to new AI law dropped (fairfieldsuntimes.com) — A new Montana deepfake law is being tested in court after complaints over AI-generated political mailers targeting candidates, including one running for a House seat in the Bozeman area, were dropped. The Commissioner of Political Practices deemed the mailers protected satire, while a federal lawsuit now argues the law chills free speech, with a ruling expected in September.
   

• Taking a closer look: Monocular Vs. Binoculars (bozemandailychronicle.com) — If you're heading out from Bozeman to watch birds, hunt, or hike, this piece breaks down when a lightweight monocular makes sense versus more stable binoculars. Local and regional experts explain how weight, eye comfort, and low-light performance affect your choice, so you can pick optics that fit your Montana adventures without overbuying.
   

📸 Around Bozeman

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Bozeman

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Wednesday August 26
• Qigong →
  Lindley Park: The Hollows - across from the Library.
  12:00 pm
Thursday August 27
• Anderson School "Popsicle Pop In"
  Anderson 7-8 Bozeman, MT 59718
  1:00 pm
Tuesday September 1
• First Day of School Grades: 1-8
  Anderson 7-8 Bozeman, MT 59718
• Welcome Back Social
  LaMotte Elementary Bozeman, MT 59715
  4:00 pm
Wednesday September 2
• Kindergarten Orientation (A-K)
  Anderson 7-8 Bozeman, MT 59718
  9:00 am
Thursday September 3
• YAA 6th Grade Fieldtrip-8:40 Depart-Bus assigned
  Anderson 7-8 Bozeman, MT 59718
• First Day of School 1st-8th
  LaMotte 7-8 Bozeman, MT 59715
• Kindergarten Orientation (M-Z)
  Anderson 7-8 Bozeman, MT 59718
  9:00 am
Friday September 11
• 6th Annual Helena Septemberfest: Gulch Goes Galactic →
  Helena Walking Mall, Helena
  4:00 pm

🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday August 27
• Gentle Yoga →
  Belgrade, MT Calendar, 205 E Main Street, Belgrade
  11:00 am
• Anderson School "Popsicle Pop In"
  Anderson 7-8 Bozeman, MT 59718
  1:00 pm
• Belgrade Farmers Market →
  Belgrade, MT Calendar, 205 E. Main Street, Belgrade
  4:00 pm
Friday August 28
• Qigong →
  Belgrade, MT Calendar, 205 E Main Street, Belgrade
  12:00 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Want to get a better understanding of how the Bozeman Fire Department serves your neighborhood?
  The Bozeman Fire Department's Citizen's Fire Academy offers a behind-the-scenes look at the people, equipment and training that keep our community… (Nextdoor )
• Spotted bear scat in my yard today.
  I live on 11th near the high school. Just wanted to warn people not to leave food or trash outside. This has been reported to the FWP. (Nextdoor S 18th)

• Rosauers Supermarkets, Inc. posted a job opening for Produce Cut Fruit Clerk in Bozeman. Apply here.
• Back Country Store posted a job opening for Retail Sales Associate - Gearhead ($18.00/hr) in Bozeman. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bozeman here.

🗞 Nearby News

Belgrade

• Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission takes middle ground on wolf hunting quotas (bozemandailychronicle.com)

Manhattan

• Experienced Manhattan Christian crew poised for return trip to state tournament (belgrade-news.com)

Livingston

• Electrician - Apprentice/Journeyman (billingsgazette.com)
• High expectations, road-heavy schedule await Eagles (sidneyherald.com)
• Best 4th of July Celebrations in Montana (weareshelby.com)

Ok Bozeman! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Meet me at the corner. (Thank you Earlene M. for sending it in!)
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