The City of Belgrade and Gallatin County are working together to transition who is responsible for land use planning in the 4.5-mile area surrounding Belgrade city limits. Beginning July 1, 2026, Gallatin County will assume planning and development review responsibilities in that area, often called the “Belgrade Donut.” Both the city and county are coordinating closely to make the…

For immediate release: April 17, 2026 Media contact: Eric Semerad, Gallatin County Clerk and Recorder/Elections Administrator eric.semerad@gallatin.mt.gov 406-582-3054 On Friday, April 17th, the Gallatin County Elections Department mailed over 77,500 ballots for the May 5, 2026, School and Special Purpose District elections to all active registered voters. This election will be conducted by mail only.…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 14, 2026 Hyalite Fire District Responds to Structure Fire on April 13 Bozeman, MT — On April 13 at 9:46pm, the Hyalite Fire District responded to a reported structure fire involving a large shop outbuilding. Crews arrived on scene to find a large shop with smoke showing. Firefighters initiated a fire…

For immediate release: March 26, 2026 Media Contact: Eric Semerad, Gallatin County Clerk and Recorder/Elections Administrator eric.semerad@gallatin.mt.gov (406)582-3060   Gallatin County Election Administrator Issues Statement on County Superintendent of Schools Candidate Filing   The Gallatin County Election Department has announced that Deanna Campbell, who filed as a candidate for Gallatin County Superintendent of Schools, will…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kirsten Smith, Facilitator 406-570-0058 | ksmith@bloomconsult.org March 2026 Gallatin Behavioral Health Coalition Marks Transformative Year, Securing $10.9 Million and Expanding Services Across the Region Coalition partners, funders, and providers cite collaborative model as a strong example of what community-driven behavioral health coordination can achieve BOZEMAN, Mont. — The Gallatin Behavioral Health…

In the morning hours of Tuesday, February 24, 2026, the Gallatin County Coroner’s Office along with Bozeman Police Department investigated the death of an individual found deceased in the area near Baxter Lane and Sacco Drive in Bozeman. The decedent was identified as 56-year-old Augusta Old Crow who resided in Bozeman. The cause and manner…

In the morning hours of Thursday, February 26, 2026, the Gallatin County Coroner’s Office along with Bozeman Police Department investigated a fatal motor vehicle crash involving a vehicle versus pedestrian at the intersection of West Oak St. and Agate Ave. The pedestrian was transported to Bozeman Health Deaconess Regional Medical Center where she was pronounced deceased. The deceased pedestrian was identified as 39-year-old Leslie Brown of Bozeman. Sheriff Springer wishes to express our deepest condolences…

   Fort Ellis Volunteer Fire Department Contact: Buck Taylor, 406-539-9358 The weekend was a busy one for Fort Ellis Fire/Rescue volunteers east of Bozeman. On Saturday, February 7th around 3:30 pm, Fort Ellis was called for a fast-moving wildland fire threatening structures north of Interstate 90 at the Jackson Creek exit at Laurel Ranch Road. …

In the morning hours of Saturday, January 31, 2026, the Gallatin County Coroner’s Office along with Montana Highway Patrol and the Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office investigated a fatal motor vehicle accident involving three motor vehicles at the intersection of East Valley Center Rd and Harper Puckett Rd in Bozeman. A vehicle traveling southbound on Harper…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 30, 2026 Statement Regarding Rumors of ICE Activity in Gallatin County The Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office is aware of numerous community organizations perpetuating unsubstantiated reports that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is active or will be active in our community and schools. To date, there is no credible information to suggest…