On Friday, September 2nd the Billings Public Library Foundation announced a generous donation of eighteen children’s books written in the Crow language which was made possible through the Crow Language Consortium and The Language Conservancy. These books will be added … read more
Officials in the City of Billings launched a campaign on Tuesday to pass a safety mill levy this fall – one aimed at curbing the rapid increase in crime in Billings. read more
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
Not surprisingly, Yellowstone County has long had the highest total taxable property values in the state, but that all changed in 2019 when for the first time Gallatin County’s total taxable property value exceeded that of Yellowstone County – and … read more
During the County Commissioners’ discussion meeting on Thursday an issue arose that wasn’t on the agenda. With a cadre of Metra Park leadership in attendance, Commissioner John Ostlund explained that they were there to clear up rumors claiming that the … read more
The City County Planning Department’s work plan for 2022 continues many of the same projects as 2021 with very few changes, according to Scott Walker, who presented the plan to County Commissioners on Tuesday. read more
Just 93 people are responsible for imposing an estimated $10.3 million in costs of public services in Billings annually. They represent a population that disproportionately requires attention from law enforcement, medical care providers and who impose negative economic impacts on … read more
A state of emergency exists in Montana because of the drought, and officials are taking action to provide resources to assist those impacted and dealing with it. read more
Yellowstone County might be asked to vote once again on the issue of allowing businesses to sell marijuana in the county or whether to tax marijuana sales at 3 percent. read more
The Worden Ballantine Yellowstone County Water and Sewer District will most likely be the beneficiary of $2.8 million to help fund a $9.5 million water system improvement project. Yellowstone County Commissioners approved, on Tuesday, a letter to the Montana Infrastructure … read more
“Homesteader Days this year is set to be at full capacity and back to normal with regular activities as before,” says Event Coordinator Bethany Hein. Last year’s traditional Homesteader Days were limited due to Covid-19 restrictions, but that didn’t stop … read more
Montana Highway Patrol responded to a call to the Shepherd Post Office Wednesday evening to find the Post Office’s drop box demolished by a Jeep Cherokee in the process. A call came into the MHP office at 10:15 pm, June … read more
Early Friday morning crews moved into place an iron statue of a lion that is the mascot for Lockwood High School. Three times larger than the real thing the figure was fabricated at Montana Iron Works. It weighs 3500 pounds. read more
A section of the Billings Bench Water Association (BBWA) Canal between North 14th and 15th Streets, close to where it flows under the Rims, has slipped about a foot. Residents within a block area have been notified of the situation, … read more
Water and sewer rates were increased by the City of Billings by the city council during their meeting Monday evening. They created a special rate tier for businesses which re-sell water to customers living outside the city limits. read more
Rocky Vista University (RVU), the proposed medical college for Billings, has received approval from the American Osteopathic Association Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) to move to the next phase of development. read more
The Heights Water District will hold their second meeting with newly elected board members on Wednesday, May 19, 6 pm at the Oasis Waterpark, 543 Aronson Avenue. Their first meeting was held in the parking lot of the Heights Water … read more
For those who might be wanting to see the upcoming agenda for the Heights Water District upcoming meeting and agenda, here is the pdf that one can open and view. Click here for the Meeting Agenda, read more
The City of Billings celebrated its entry into the business of selling electricity to fuel electric vehicles, last week. Demonstrating the cutting of ties to carbon-based fuels, rather than a ribbon cutting, the Mayor of Billings, Bill Cole, cut a … read more
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
