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A bold move for legislation, years of effort and countless meetings. Now, some community members believe they have a plan to help Big Sky find some breathing room.

“It was probably the most pivotal meeting I’ve attended in 25 years,” Big Sky County Water and Sewer District (BSCSD) board member Brian Wheeler said.

It is often said that the mountains can be healing – and for artist and naturalist Georgia Baker, that could not be closer to the truth. 

Rotary Club of Big Sky Rotarians Jo Lieburg, Tim Kent, Blair Mohn, Woody Burt, Laura Seyfang and Big Sky Community Food Bank director Sarah Gaither helped teach the 8th grade class about service, according to Rotary President Laura Seyfang. The week-long effort allowed for the kids to hear from a past Peace Corps member who worked in Tanzania.

Early ski season is typically a little more technical for the folks responsible for snow safety. Using data analysis and strategic, careful work, they tame the mountain as best as possible for the safety of the skiing/ snowboarding public. 

 The Quarry Big Sky, the proposed 175 acre residential and commercial development in the canyon has made it past another hurdle. Gallatin County Planning and Zoning Commission approved the Planned Use Development (PUD) request by a vote of 4-2. 

It was a Hail Mary moment for Richard Nichols as he sailed off Lone Mountain Trail. He saw a tree, knew that was where he was going to land, crossed his arms over his chest and braced for impact. 

Renovations at the Hungry Moose will conclude on Friday. Among new offerings will be a salad bar, more seating and more space for products.

On the world stage, water is becoming an increasingly valuable player. 

It is back to the drawing board for finding water on the mountain for Big Sky County Water and Sewer District (BSCWSD).