Traitors Then, Traitors Today
Dear Editor, I need to vomit! I’ve been watching the fall of Afghanistan on TV, and it brings back memories of a good friend of mine as he was evacuated from Saigon at the last minute. read more
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Billings Schools Mandate Masks
Superintendent Greg Upham reinstated the mask mandate in Billings School District 2 on August 22, meaning students, staff, and visitors will need to wear a mask while in the school buildings. The mandate came after being notified of a covid-19 … read more
Pitman Left Marijuana Vote in a Lurch
Dear Editor, On August 3, 2021, the Yellowstone County Commissioners faced one of its most significant votes in recent memory relating to the recreational marijuana issue as a result of I-90. Whether you were for the Board action, or against … read more
Local Female Wrestlers Display Talent to Olympic Wrestlers
“From a High School coaching perspective, it was an amazing sight to see that many young women working at their craft. To see their heart and desires, necessary to impress Olympic Wrestlers, National Champions and Iowa’s own head coach. read more
Time To Take Off In Balloons
Buffalo Fire: 10 Agencies Dispatched Include VLAT from Helena
Huntley – A huge, abnormal, sudden gust of wind hit Huntley Friday afternoon initiating calls to 911 from area Huntley residents reporting a fire that started from high winds blowing a metal panel into a tree and power line igniting … read more
Save a Billings Staple!
Dear Editor, Happy Friday! I wanted to bring your attention to a push to save a staple in the Billings community that’s existed for more than 50 years. read more
Governor Rescinds State of Emergency
Citing Montanans’ resiliency amid the pandemic, Gianforte concluded his remarks, saying, “Montanans can be proud of the work they’ve done to overcome this pandemic and take care of themselves and each other. Working together, we have come through this stronger … read more
SAFE Montana Lawsuit Dropped
This week, the SAFE Montana & Wrong for Montana groups announced they would be dismissing their lawsuit aimed at overturning the results of Initiative 190, the ballot measure that legalized and commercialized marijuana in Montana in last year’s election. read more
Financial Focus: Discuss financial goals with your family
June is Effective Communications Month. And it’s a good idea to recognize the importance of good communications, because it plays a role in almost every aspect of living – including your finances. You’ll want to clearly communicate your financial goals … read more
We will NEVER be able to trust another election
Dear Editor, Congratulations of a successful open house and customer appreciation day to kick off your new offices. read more
Judge Swears in New Board Members Amid Controversy of Heights Water District
Justice of the Peace David Carter swore in the newly elected board members of the Heights Water District on Wednesday morning. The action came amid uncertainty about how the monthly Heights Water District board meeting will unfold Wednesday evening. There … read more
Montana Pro Rodeo Hall and Wall of Fame to Unveil New Bronze of Dan Mortensen
Anyone driving by the MetraPark has seen the original bronze statue of Dan Mortensen on the horse Tee Box standing guard. Commissioned by the Montana Pro Rodeo Hall and Wall of Fame (MPRHWF) and created by artist Ron Rains fifteen … read more
Billings Standoff Ends with Two Dead
On Friday, April 23, 2021, several calls regarding suspicious activity resulted in a nine-hour standoff on Billings’ West End that ended with the suspect dead of a self-inflicted gunshot, a dead body in a van, and an additional suspect in … read more
Let’s Go Fishing! No More Limits at Lake Elmo
State Record Bass Snagged Beginning on May 1, 2021, fishing limits will be temporarily lifted at Lake Elmo in Billings Heights. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) will lift the limits on number and fish-length on the lake starting May … read more
Billings Area Funeral Services & Death Announcements:
These are the current funeral Services and Death announcements in the Billings, MT area for all the Funeral Homes that have been submitted to the Yellowstone County News. DEATH NOTICES & SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dahl Funeral Chapel: Sott– Tiffany, 34 along … read more
Pictograph Cave State Park Reopens to Public
Pictograph Cave State Park reopened Wednesday, April 14, 2021, two months after it was closed by a rockfall which blocked the access road and several trails. In the months following the rockfall in January, employees and contractors for Montana State … read more
Registration Open for Heart & Sole Run
Registration is now open for the 42nd Annual Heart & Sole Run to be held on Saturday, June 19. The race returns as a live race with social distancing protocol to safely host runners in person. The number of participants … read more
New Leadership at Worden Fire
Following a mass shakeup in the leadership at the Worden Fire Department in solidarity with a probationary EMS provider who was dismissed from the department in February, on Monday, April 5, 2021, new leadership was elected. Chief Lance Taylor, who … read more
Easter Day Controlled Burn out of Control
A controlled burn by a landowner near the 3000 block of Wing Shooter Trail near Huntley blew out of control Sunday evening. Wind whipped the flames up the side of the hill. read more
