AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHigher Ed & Community: The University of Montana hit its highest enrollment since 2017, with 11,319 students this fall and the largest first-year class in 12 years, plus a record 77.4% retention rate. Local Trails & Outdoor Life: Bozeman is moving forward on a new Cattail Trail plan to connect the west side, aiming to link parks and trails into a bigger network for walking and biking. Arts & Fundraising: WaterWorks Art Museum in Miles City will host its 51st annual art auction Sept. 26, with proceeds supporting art education and community programs. Healthy Aging: Benefis is opening the Goodnow Healthy Aging Center in Great Falls, designed to help seniors stay mobile and independent with geriatric care and therapy. Culture & Music: Orville Peck announced a London stop for his “Mule” tour, and Montana audiences can catch him in Bonner this week. Civic Life & Safety: Local law enforcement and community members are sharing guidance on online predators, while Billings schools add protective steps after a neighbor’s firearm incidents. Politics & Rights: ACLU-backed efforts highlight how voters in Kansas and Missouri rejected measures targeting courts and voting access.
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