Well folks, it’s not surprising to me that MT Senator Jon Tester is releasing a statement as his vulnerable re-election campaign is in full swing. To me, it seems the last time Jon Tester was this active in Montana was … read more
Well, Folks, this is our Independence Day edition of the paper this week. I’ve found myself reflecting on my life and the many miles I’ve traveled to see the beauty of our country, especially in Montana. I’m going to take … read more
Well, Folks, I’m going to do a little shameless self-promotion this week (as Dave Rye calls it) and talk about our staff, newspaper and the awards our newspaper won last Saturday at the Montana Newspaper Association’s Annual convention in Kalispell. … read more
1st Time in Newspaper History Yellowstone County News achieved the top spot in recognition last weekend at the Montana Newspaper Association’s Annual Meeting in Kalispell. It was recognized as the #1 Newspaper in Montana (Division 3 with circulations of 2,000 … read more
Here are some pictures that were captured at the Huntley Project High School Graduation ceremony on Sunday May 19 by the Yellowstone County News. Feel free to share the pictures with family and friends that would like to use them … read more
Here are some pictures that were captured from the Shepherd High School Senior Graduation on Sunday May 19th. Feel free share and use any of these pictures of your kids and friends that were taken by the Yellowstone County News … read more
Well, well, well, as you can see on the front page of our newspaper, the day of reckoning has come, and Pam Ellis won her case and the CURRENT Heights Water Board agreed to pay some attorney fees as well … read more
After 10 years of sitting in rough draft form, “Abby, the Antelope” has come to life and her character is now available for parents, readers and lovers of children’s books. Loosely inspired by her baby sister Abby, Edie Vogel of … read more
Well, Folks, there are a lot of things happening nationally so here’s my two cents this week on a national perspective. Look at the comparisons of the bond amounts for Bernie Madoff who defrauded tens of billions of dollars from … read more
Well folks, here’s my two cents about the Shepherd school situation with the Athletic Director resigning and football coach’s situation. But first, congratulations to both of our YCN Sports teams that placed at state. Our Skyview Lady Falcons are the … read more
Prioritizing Mental Health in Schools: Nurturing a Resilient Society In recent years, the conversation around education at Lockwood Schools has expanded beyond academic excellence to encompass a crucial aspect of holistic development: mental health. Public schools, recognizing their pivotal role … read more
Well, Folks, I want to take this week and talk about public meetings and some misconceptions that are out there as well as set the record straight. I’ve had to address some flat out lies about what can and can’t … read more
Yellowstone County News will be publishing a special edition of YCN called “Lives of Yellowstone County” and we’d like to include a little write up about your loved ones that passed away in the last year, Please send us a … read more
Well, Folks, I wanted to take this week to talk about Signal Peak’s Mine and the visit of their facilities and property a couple weeks back, AND all the BS that is surrounding the lawsuits and groups that filed them. … read more
More Customers Come Forward; Records Reveal History of Bad Business On September 29, Yellowstone County News (YCN) reported on the story of several Huntley homeowners who met in August to discuss their many complaints against a Billings home dealer, J … read more
Last Sunday, I spotted a political sticker stuck to a Hardin gas pump claiming, “If you are sick of high fuel prices, you can thank Republicans who take campaign contribution bribes from big oil.” This must be a counterintelligence response … read more
Band Teacher Jeremy Ruff directs the Lockwood High School band in the graduation ceremony at Lockwood’s new high school with the first-ever graduation class standing in the background. (Jonathan McNiven Photo) read more
Here are some imaged taken by the Yellowstone County News at the Shepherd High School Graduation ceremony at Shepherd High School on Sunday May 21, 2023. Feel free to share these images for any personal family use. read more
Here are some imaged taken by the Yellowstone County News at the Shepherd High School Graduation ceremony at Shepherd High School on Sunday May 21, 2023. Feel free to share these images for any personal family use. read more
Friday, May 12 • Mothers of Multiples Garage Sale at MetraPark, 8:00am • Parnicularly Riniculous at Kirks’ Grocery, 6:00pm • Mrs. Doubtfire at Babcock Theatre, 7:00pm • El Wencho at The Garage, 6:00pm • LIVE Clue Game at the … read more
