Category: Media Release

  • 8.13.21 Leverich Canyon Rescue

    On August 13, 2021, Gallatin County Dispatch received a report of an injured mountain biker on Leverich Canyon Trail. Gallatin County Sheriff Search and Rescue responded to the Leverich Canyon Trailhead along with Hyalite Fire and AMR.  SAR members met the patient approximately 1.5 miles up the trail.  The patient suffered an upper leg injury…

  • Back to School Walk-In Immunization Clinics with an Option for COVID-19 Vaccine

    For immediate release: August 9, 2021 The Gallatin City-County Health Department will be hosting a number of immunization clinics for children entering kindergarten through twelfth grade who are in need of vaccine updates. There will also be an option for kids 12 and up, as well as their parents/guardians, to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Walk-In…

  • Gallatin County Voters to Decide on Bond for New Courts Facility

    For immediate release: August 3, 2021 This fall, Gallatin County voters will decide on a bond to build a safer, more efficient courts facility that will serve all Gallatin County citizens. The Gallatin County Commission unanimously voted today to put a $29 million bond on the general election ballot this November. The bond will be…

  • Gallatin County 911 Experiencing Issues Receiving Calls

    For immediate release: July 29, 2021 Gallatin County 911 is currently experiencing issues receiving calls to our dispatchers.    While it is not a complete outage, many calls are not going through and callers may be getting a busy signal when they dial 911. We have heard reports this is also happening in other area…

  • Big Sky Country State Fair Sets Record High Attendance

    For immediate release: July 29, 2021 Final attendance numbers are in from the annual Big Sky Country State Fair held in Bozeman July 21-25. See the full press release here. Media contact: Amanda Hartman, Gallatin County Fairgrounds Marketing & Sponsorship Coordinator Amanda.Hartman@gallatin.mt.gov Photos courtesy of the Big Sky Country State Fair

  • Mud Bog Returns to Big Sky Country State Fair

    For immediate release: July 22, 2021 Big Sky Country State Fair will bring the roar of engines to Bozeman on July 24 as part of its show lineup. Presented by the Mountaineers 4×4 Club and The Moose, the Mud Bog returns with all its dirt-loving action all afternoon. See the full press release here. Media…

  • County Wide Burn Ban in Effect in Gallatin County

      For immediate release: July 20, 2021 Due to historically dry fuel levels, ongoing drought conditions and a lack of firefighting resources regionally, the Gallatin County Commission has signed an emergency ordinance banning burning and other activities that increase the risk of wildfire in Gallatin County. The ordinance went into effect immediately and will remain…

  • 4-H Livestock Animals in the Barns All Week At Big Sky Country State Fair

      For immediate release: July 19, 2021 The number one reason people come to the fair is to see the animals! This year fair goers can have the experience all week long with 4-H livestock in the barns Wednesday through Sunday. See the full press release here. Media contact: Amanda Hartman, Gallatin County Fairgrounds Marketing…

  • Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Animal Cruelty Incident

    On July 6th, Gallatin County Sheriff’s deputies investigated a call regarding animal cruelty.  The caller reported that a dog had been tied to a bumper and was dragged over half a mile down Jackrabbit Lane before the collar came apart and the dog was set loose.  Deputies searched for the dog and found Marley in…

  • Upcoming Public Meetings on Draft of Gallatin County Growth Policy

    Gallatin County Planning Department For immediate release: July 14, 2021 The latest draft of the Gallatin County Growth Policy will be going before the Gallatin County Commission for review and public comment over the next few weeks. The hearings will be held in the Community Room of the Gallatin County Courthouse, 311 W. Main St.…