Kerns Returns
The readers of the Weekly Ramblings of a Conservative Cow Doctor have made their voices heard through an endless stream of phone calls, emails, and letters to the editor. read more
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On to the next big bite…of the elephant
Well folks, now that DigIt Days is over, I can slow down a bit and now regroup and refocus my attention to our newspaper and what we are doing and where we are going. read more
Call for the return of Krayton Kerns
With Krayton Kerns’ decision to retire from his Weekly Ramblings of a Conservative Cow Doctor column here at YCN, he left a hole not easily filled. His views may have been at times controversial, but he developed a loyal reader … read more
What’s next for YCN?
Folks, there is so much going on that I don’t have much time to get it all to the masses so here’s my cliff notes version for now. I’ll opine later. First, Our Yellowstone DigIt Days was a HUGE … read more
We’re seeking out some fresh perspective!
Folks, there is so much going on this week with MontanaFair and our first ever Yellowstone DigIt Days that I won’t have much time to opine on Carl Wolf’s comments from last week as well as say good bye to … read more
Ramblings’, Krayton Kerns, bids Farewell to YCN
With regret and relief, I am closing this chapter of my life. I published my first column on March 1st, 2006 and since then I have penned over 675 op-eds plus published three books. Were the spirit to grab me, I have … read more
Superintendent Sandbox by Scott Carter
There have been a lot of things said during this bond issue. I come to you as a tax payer, a parent, and yes superintendent. I can tell you that the Board of Education has committed a lot of time … read more
Conviction in Fenner murder after full confession in 2017
On the night of November 15th, 1998, Laurel police responded to The Movie Store on Main Street in Laurel to what was originally reported to be a shooting. When they arrived on scene, police found three people standing outside of … read more
Outdoors: by Carl Wolf
Little after 4 AM in early July and am sitting on the front deck of my home looking at the sky starting to brighten in the east. Soon brilliant, pastel colors spread across the sky placing a shiny sheen on … read more
ALERT! Local skim scams are happening
If you have used a credit or debit card in Billings, it may be a good time to take a look at your account transactions. A few days ago, the Billings Police Department released a statement on their Facebook page … read more
Three local ladies qualify for National High School Rodeo Finals
Yellowstone County will have three high school cowgirls representing Montana this year at the 71st annual National High School Rodeo in Rock Springs, Wyoming from July 14-20th. Bella Fossum, of Billings, and Bailey Benson and Manchi Nace, both of Laurel, … read more
YCN ranks high in MNA Awards
Folks, let’s be honest. We’ve got the makings of the dream team, right here at the Yellowstone County News! As time goes on, we’ll continue to get better, bigger and even more noticed in Yellowstone County. So, we won 10 … read more
Pence touches down in Billings
Vice President Mike Pence touched down aboard Air Force Two in Billings on Wednesday with Sen. Steve Daines and Rep. Greg Gianforte to discuss the rampant meth problem that has been ravaging Montana for years. read more
Sex trafficking ordinance targets massage therapists
There are over 200 licensed massage therapists in the city of Billings. Recently, a city ordinance was introduced with the expressed purpose of protecting massage therapists while cracking down on human traffickers running brothels under the guise of a massage … read more
Looking a little foxy!
Here are some pictures captured by the Yellowstone County News of a mother fox and her babies. They are quick to hide once the media shows up but we were able to get a read more
Governor Bullock announces 2020 U.S. presidential candidacy
by Parker H. Jimison On Tuesday, May 14th, 2019, Governor Steve Bullock made history in becoming the first Montanan to officially declare their candidacy for President of the United States under a major party. read more
OFFICIAL 2019 BEST OF YELLOWSTONE COUNTY WINNERS
Well Folks, the ballots are in and we have some winners! Actually, we have 40 winners to be exact plus my Editor’s Choice Award winner that we will be announcing in next week’s edition of Yellowstone County News. Thank you … read more
Stamp Out Hunger by participating
Dear Editor, Saturday, May 11th, marks the 27th anniversary of one of America’s great days of giving – the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. read more
More than the tip of the iceberg, legally speaking
Well, folks, another week, another good announcement coming. This is now three weeks of good announcements. Don’t worry, I’m sure I’ll find something positive and exciting to announce to the masses next week as well (unless Carl Wolf is getting … read more
City confirms $76,845 overpayment to Steve Zeier
It took a sharp-eyed citizen to catch an almost $80,000 error in the City of Billings finances. An outside review of a citizen’s complaint confirmed the error, and concludes there is no evidence that it is the result of deceit … read more
