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Hi there, Bozeman! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • When and where MSU Bozeman students can get flu shots
  • What Bozeman neighbors can do to curb risky wildlife encounters
  • How Bozeman's housing crunch is reshaping help for abuse survivors

Also on today's calendar: Qigong and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Cooler with rain, with a high of 57 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Sunday: A passing shower or two, temps: high: 67, low: 44.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 73 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Montana State offers fall flu vaccine clinics for students (helenair.com) — Montana State University in Bozeman is hosting several walk-in flu vaccine clinics this fall for students at the Student Wellness Center and SUB Ballroom B, with most shots covered by insurance and a low-cost option without coverage. Alongside the clinics, Student Health Services continues to offer primary care, urgent visits, dental, mental health counseling and an on-site pharmacy for enrolled students.
   

2. FWP urges Bozeman residents to protect urban wildlife (bozemandailychronicle.com) — Bozeman residents are being urged to help manage growing urban deer and bear activity, after a local deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease in 2025. Wildlife experts say the city lacks a deer management plan and are encouraging neighbors to secure attractants, drive carefully, and press commissioners for action to keep both people and animals safer.
   

3. Haven sees increase in support line visits as housing program provides safe space for survivors (bozemandailychronicle.com) — Haven is seeing a sharp rise in calls, texts and webchats from survivors while its new Supportive Transitions housing program offers up to 18 months of safe, communal living in Bozeman. With Bozeman's housing crisis making it harder to leave abuse, the nonprofit is partnering with local schools, hospitals, police and housing groups to connect survivors with counseling, education and long-term stability.
   

4. Cryogenics boot camp at MSU's QCORE trains students (helenair.com) — Montana State University in Bozeman just launched a hands-on cryogenics boot camp at its QCORE quantum research facility, training students alongside local employers like Montana Instruments and Honeywell Aerospace. Ten participants earned digital badges while working with ultra-cold systems and rare-earth crystals, building skills that feed directly into Bozeman's growing photonics and quantum tech workforce.
   

5. MSU student organization host Hispanic heritage celebration (nbcmontana.com) — Montana State University's Fuerza LatinX is marking Hispanic Heritage Month in Bozeman with food, music, and cultural activities that welcome the wider community. Organizers highlight the growing Latino presence and workforce needs in Bozeman while inviting residents to learn about the diversity of Latino cultures through upcoming events across the Gallatin Valley.
   

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    Teddy is a very friendly neutered male + is very much missed by his family! Legends subdivision near Bridger/Storymill. He is chipped. If seen… (Nextdoor Loyal Garden)
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    Friendship and connection through music (ages 45 to 105). No singing experience or expertise required — just bring your love of music. Song lyrics… (Nextdoor Marwyn Addition)
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  • Kroger posted a job opening for Grocery Clerk in Bozeman. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bozeman here.

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: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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