Janet Kay Anderson, 83, passed away peacefully in Billings, MT, on Wednesday, September 7, 2022. Janet was the second of three daughters born to William and Helen Wharton. She was raised in Billings and graduated from Senior High School in … read more
Dear Editor, I voted for Donald Trump for President twice. I contributed to his campaign the second time he ran. I did this because I believed that he understood our economy and could help it grow. He did that, and … read more
Dear Editor: What is with the ongoing soap opera drama regarding the Billings Heights Water District? I have questions. Why do we even continue to have a “Heights Water District?” The “Heights” is part of Billings, mostly, right? Why are Heights’ … read more
Marlyn Gloyne Orahood was born March 10, 1937, to Walter and Della (Emerson) Gloyne. She was the oldest of three children. Marlyn married Wesley Orahood March 28, 1958, after knowing him for five months and five days. Marlyn left to … read more
On August 28, 2022, Randy Lynn Wolfe left us for a better place after a short battle with cancer. Randy was born in Billings, MT, on August 27, 1952, to Michael & June Wolfe. Randy held many titles over his … read more
Dear Editor, In today’s diverse world, we need to be less judgmental. I can safely say that it is, in fact, possible to change your thinking no matter where in your life you are. For example, a relative of mine … read more
Dear Editor, I wanted to write and express my gratitude to Jonathan and the many other individuals and businesses that hosted Dig It Days 2022. We have a large family and are always on the lookout for fun, affordable, and … read more
Dear Editor, I am writing to show my support for Denis Pitman’s write-in campaign for County Commissioner. I have worked with Commissioner Pitman on numerous projects over the past five years. While I was the Commissioning Coordinator of the USS … read more
Dear Editor, Residents have asked, “Why do I have to put up with County Water District when I am a Billings resident?” I believe it is because Montana makes it almost impossible to annex the District into the city. read more
Shirley Morehouse Branstetter went to be with the Lord on July 23rd, at the age of 79. She was born at home in Worden, Montana, to Frank, Sr. and Katherine Morehouse. She was raised in Worden and attended Huntley Project … read more
Richard H. Espeland, 94, of Huntley, Montana, passed away on July 29, 2022. Richard was born in Grenora, ND, on July 14, 1928, to Emma and Selmer Espeland. He grew up with three brothers and three sisters on a small … read more
Dear Editor, According to the July 29, 2022, edition of the Yellowstone County News, the Yellowstone County Attorney (YCA) is acting upon Pam Ellis’s complaint of being illegally removed from the County Water District of Billings Heights (CWDBH). read more
Dear Editor, Jonathan: Interesting to read in your latest edition that you are adding David Crisp to your writers’ staff. I consider Crisp and Ed Kemmick (and a couple of others) among the very few literary/journalist Gazette contributions to Montana. read more
Dear Editor, I thought I would send a quick message and tell you how much I enjoy the newspaper since you took over. I had several questions answered from articles just this week. Very informative. Thank you for the effort … read more
Dear Editor, Citizens have been telling ousted Commissioner Denis Pitman and Commissioner Don Jones since 2021, NOT to privatize MetraPark management, and/or that they should have a third party evaluate private vs. public management. Pitman did not listen. Instead, he … read more
by Darrell Ehrlick As America continues to scramble for more baby formula following a Michigan plant shutdown that hobbled the nation’s supply, a Montana manufacturer in Billings stood by, ready to ramp up production only to be stymied by federal … read more
Patricia Glee (Gillen) Walker March 20th 1938 – June 24th 2022 Packy Walker took the hand of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and entered the Kingdom of God for her heavenly homecoming the early hours of June 24th. The … read more
Wesley Jackson Orahood was born August 31, 1928, in Fargo, North Dakota, to Harry and Louise (Eskelson) Orahood, the third of three children. Wesley left for greener pastures Friday, July 8, 2022, to meet up with friends and family who … read more
Dad left the homestead on July 7, 2022 for the last time. He was proud to be the third generation on the site and still living in the original home (although it had been added onto as the family grew). … read more
Our loving Mother, Madelyne Carol (Nelson) Miller, 83, of Worden, Montana, passed away peacefully to be with our Father in Heaven on July 8, 2022. Madelyne was born October 16, 1938, in Yakima, Washington. A daughter to Warren D. Nelson … read more
