Bridger Bowl Unveils 2025 Master Development Plan

Bridger Bowl released its comprehensive Master Development Plan (MDP), outlining a vision for the future that includes new lifts, expanded terrain, enhanced infrastructure, and improved snow capabilities. This plan, now submitted to the Forest Service for review, signals a significant investment in the resort's future.

Bridger Bowl's MDP highlights a clear focus on improving the overall skier experience, particularly for beginners and intermediates. Key upgrades include:

New Lifts:

  • A new 500-foot beginner lift, shorter than its predecessor, designed to ease the learning process and provide an alternative to the Sundog carpet.

  • The planned Bradley Meadows Lift, opening up popular Alpine area…

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Proposed New Affordable Housing Development

Developers are proposing a 145-unit affordable housing apartment project on Huffine Lane in west Bozeman. The proposed Roers Affordable Housing project would be located within the larger Urban Farm development, on the north side of Huffine, west of Cottonwood Road. This four-story building will have a mix of unit sizes, including 59 two-bedrooms, 66 three-bedrooms, and 20 four-bedrooms, catering to families of various sizes.

The project is seeking Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) funds through the state. This program would ensure that the apartments are available to individuals and families earning no more than 60% of the area median income (AMI). Furthermore, these units would be deed-restricted as…

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New Childcare Facility for Big Sky

Great news for Big Sky families! Two new childcare facilities are on the horizon, promising to expand access to much-needed early childhood education.

Just opened in 2024, the Gallatin River Child Care center, initially designed for employees of LMLC and YC, is expanding its services. Originally serving 30 children, the center will now be able to accommodate 48, and importantly, these expanded services will be available to the public!

Even more exciting, another childcare facility is planned for Big Sky's Town Center. This new center, located at 5 Spruce Cone Drive, will serve 24 children and will also be open to the public. LMLC and YC announced their commitment to affordable, quality childcare in a February 10th…

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New Boutique Hotel Proposed for Downtown Bozeman: The Canopy by Hilton

Big news for downtown Bozeman! Plans for a six-story Canopy by Hilton hotel are currently under public review. This development is proposed for the corner of South Rouse Avenue and Mendenhall Street, the current site of the Salvation Army building (formerly the Chronicle offices).

The Salvation Army is planning to relocate to a new facility off North 19th Avenue, paving the way for this addition to Bozeman's hospitality scene. The Canopy by Hilton is described as a "boutique, lifestyle" hotel, and the design is specifically tailored to Bozeman with unique architecture that complements the downtown vibe, not a cookie-cutter franchise.

Here’s what’s proposed: 

  • 190 Rooms:…

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Decoding Mortgage Rates: It's Not Just the Fed

Many people think that when the Federal Reserve changes interest rates, mortgage rates automatically follow suit. It's a common misconception! While the Fed's actions do have an influence, the relationship is much more complex. Think of it like this: the Fed's decisions are one ingredient in a recipe, but there are many others that determine the final dish – in this case, your mortgage rate.

The Fed sets a target range for the federal funds rate, which is the interest rate banks charge each other for overnight loans. This rate is a key tool the Fed uses to manage the economy. They adjust it based on things like inflation and employment. However, mortgage rates are influenced by a broader range of…

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