Originally published in the 9/1/17 print edition of Yellowstone County News. WORDEN — Huntley Project High School is lining up a full week of activities to celebrate Homecoming 2017. It’s just occurring slightly later in the season than they thought it … read more
Originally published in the 9/1/17 print edition of Yellowstone County News. BILLINGS — Being able to keep maintenance staff for the Yellowstone County Detention facility has become problematic, reported Greg Erpenbach, facilities superintendent for Yellowstone County. Erpenbach joined Dwight Vigness, Human … read more
Originally published in the 8/25/17 print edition of Yellowstone County News. BILLINGS — The Yellowstone County Sheriff’s Office will be in a new home at the end of this week. Sheriff Mike Linder said in a press release that remodeling … read more
Originally published in the 8/25/17 print edition of Yellowstone County News. BILLINGS — Yellowstone County Commissioners approved a proposed separation of the zoning regulations that govern the City of Billings and Yellowstone County. Called the Unified Zoning Regulations, the City-County … read more
Originally published in the 8/25/17 print edition of Yellowstone County News. LOCKWOOD — The economics of unit trains and improving technology are making possible the building of a new mega fertilizer plant by Town & Country Supply Association near Lockwood. Construction … read more
MONTANA — The National Day of the American Cowboy has won approval from the U.S. Senate. The bill was sponsored by Sen. Mike Enzi, R-Wyoming, with the support of 14 senators, including six Democrats, from several western states. Approval of … read more
Originally published in the 8/25/17 print edition of Yellowstone County News. WORDEN — Huntley Project High School’s Homecoming has been postponed until the week of Oct. 2-7. HP Superintendent Mark Wandle said the original schedule changed because Poplar was unable … read more
Just published in the 8/18/17 special print section of the Yellowstone County News, Here is what was published for the Mayor and City Council publication this week. The 2017 primary election for the City of Billings is now upon us. … read more
Originally published in the 8/4/17 print edition of Yellowstone County News. BOZEMAN — The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is offering technical and financial assistance to agricultural landowners impacted by 2017 wildfires across Montana. NRCS is accepting applications for … read more
HELENA — Montana State Auditor Matt Rosendale announced Monday that he plans to campaign for the U.S. Senate seat in 2018. A Republican, Rosendale would seek to unseat current Sen. Jon Tester, a Democrat, of Big Sandy. “Montanans are fed … read more
Originally published in the 8/4/17 print edition of Yellowstone County News. LOCKWOOD — A garage at 3433 Tigard Ave. in Lockwood was fully engulfed in flames when the Lockwood Fire Department arrived on scene just before 11 p.m. Tuesday evening. … read more
Originally published in the 7/28/17 print edition. HELENA – The Montana Public Service Commission voted 5-0 last week to approve a natural gas rate increase for NorthWestern Energy customers. The Commission largely accepted a settlement presented by the parties, which … read more
Originally published in the 7/28/17 print edition. BILLINGS — Billings Logan International Airport will receive $1.573 million in federal funds to expand the terminal building. The Billings financial award is part of nearly $5 million to upgrade airports in Kalispell, Billings, … read more
Originally published in the 7/28/17 print edition. CUSTER — Custer Public Schools is preparing to build a new gym after voters approved a $3 million bond in May. “It will be very functional for a school this size,” said Superintendent … read more
Claude “Snuffy” Billman, 90, of Billings, Montana, passed away on July 16, 2017. Snuffy was an avid hunter and fisherman, always looking for that elusive big buck or a majestic bull elk. He spent his life doing what he loved … read more
Originally published in the 7/21/17 print edition. LOCKWOOD — “It’s a banner year for green slime.” So declares Carl Peters, manager of the Lockwood Irrigation District, in making the announcement this week about the closing of the irrigation canals … read more
Well, folks, we are ready to announce a new addition to our weekly columnists. I’ve had a good number of readers ask me why there is no Democrat viewpoint in our paper each week, to which I’ve replied that I … read more
Originally published in the 7/21/17 print edition. HUNTLEY — The Yellowstone County News has a new columnist. Jennifer Merecki will write a column, “Progressive Pioneer,” which will appear in the newspaper beginning this week. This week’s introductory column is on … read more
Originally published in 7/21/17 print edition. ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY — Sen. Conrad Burns was buried in a small family ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery on Monday. The Montana Republican was a longtime Billings resident and former Yellowstone County Commissioner. He … read more
Originally published in the 7/14/17 print edition. BILLINGS — Yellowstone County Commissioners approved a resolution on Tuesday that sets a public hearing to be held Aug. 1, regarding a request of voters, on Nov. 7, to increase the Safety Mill … read more
