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Closure – HAB Confirmed on Hebgen Reservoir – Rainbow Point
For Immediate Release: July 30, 2026 A harmful algal bloom (HAB) has been detected in the Rainbow Point area of Hebgen Reservoir, and that area is closed for water-based activities because toxin levels are high. Routine monitoring of Hebgen shows the water contains anatoxin-a, a toxin made by certain algae that can make people, pets, and…
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Hyalite Fire District Celebrates Graduation of Nine New Volunteer Firefighters
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Bozeman, Mont. — The Hyalite Fire District proudly celebrated the graduation of its 2026 Spring Recruit Firefighter Academy during a ceremony held July 21 at the Cottonwood Fire Station. Surrounded by family, friends, and members of the department, nine new volunteer firefighters were recognized for successfully completing the rigorous training academy and…
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Harmful Algal Blooms Confirmed on Hebgen Reservoir- Advisory Issued
For Immediate Release: July 24, 2026 Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are present on Hebgen Reservoir in the Corey Springs area of the Grayling Arm. Routine monitoring of Hebgen has confirmed the presence of anatoxin-a which poses a risk to people, pets, and livestock. Read the full press release here. Toxin exposure can occur in humans from…
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Gallatin County Conducting Test of Community Notification System
Media Release: 260714-01 Contact: Patrick Lonergan, (406) 548-0116 Gallatin County Conducting Test of Community Notification System Gallatin County, MT – On July 31st Gallatin County Emergency Management will be testing the Community Notification System for registered users in Northern Gallatin County. Gallatin County has multiple approaches to disseminating emergency information, with community members registering in…
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Press release from The Gallatin County Sherrif’s Department:
Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Dan Springer PRESS RELEASE RAINBOW POINT WATER RESCUE A swift and coordinated rescue effort by heroic bystanders and first responders saved a man’s life after he became incapacitated while swimming earlier today. At approximately 5:25 p.m., Hebgen Basin Rural EMS personnel, Montana FWP and the Gallatin County Sheriff’s…
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Update on Hayes St SWAT Call
PRESS RELEASE — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Gallatin County Sheriff/Coroner Dan Springer **Suspect has been taken into custody. Law enforcement will be clearing the area shortly.** Gallatin County Sheriff Dan Springer reports that on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at approximately 4:30pm, Sheriff’s Office Deputies arrived at a residence in the City of Bozeman to serve a…
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Hayes Street SWAT Incident
PRESS RELEASE — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Gallatin County Sheriff/Coroner Dan Springer Gallatin County Sheriff Dan Springer reports that on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at approximately 4:30pm, Sheriff’s Office Deputies arrived at a residence in the City of Bozeman to serve a temporary order of protection. Upon arrival, deputies attempted to make contact with a male…
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Gallatin County Conducting Test of Community Notification System
Media Release: 260701-01 Contact: Patrick Lonergan, (406) 548-0116 Gallatin County Conducting Test of Community Notification System Gallatin County, MT – On July 31st Gallatin County Emergency Management will be testing the Community Notification System for registered users in Northern Gallatin County. Gallatin County has multiple approaches to disseminating emergency information, with community members registering in…
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6-26-26: Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office provides update on shooting.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE On the afternoon of Sunday, June 21, 2026, the Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office responded to and investigated a shooting on Woodman Drive in Belgrade. The victim was transported to Bozeman Deaconess Regional Medical Center for treatment and has since been released. The victim’s name is not being released at this time. Through the…
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6-9-26: Sheriff/Coroner Dan Springer releases name of Big Sky Motorcycle Accident Victim
For Immediate Release In the early morning hours of Saturday, June 6, 2026, the Gallatin County Coroner’s Office along with the Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office and Montana Highway Patrol investigated a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred near the intersection of Lone Mountain Trail and Lone Mountain Ranch Road in Big Sky. The driver of the motorcycle was pronounced deceased on scene. The…