Early on the morning of September 21st, boulders came crashing down from the Rims, landing on a home on Laredo Place. Luckily no one was injured in the rockslide, but there was extensive property damage done. Area residents are now … read more
As the Montana National Weather Service is forecasting a historic winter storm impacting much of western and central Montana beginning tonight and into much of the weekend, NorthWestern Energy and other Electric companies are preempting the disruption of the upcoming … read more
A fifth-grade teacher at Orchard Elementary in Billings was taken into custody on the evening of Sept.19th after being charged with two counts of felony sexual assault on two of his students, 11 and 12 years old respectively. Brent Skelton … read more
A 35,000 member class action lawsuit against the City of Billings for allegedly imposing an illegal sales tax by way of what they have referred to as “franchise fees” on city water and sewer services and solid waste disposal is … read more
To pull off a “top notch” event in three months that includes heavy equipment that kids and adults can operate in a safe and fun manner actually occurred last weekend. About 1,000 people attended the first ever DigIt Days in … read more
The storm clouds looked ominous Sunday evening as they quickly rolled into Yellowstone County, bringing with them a torrent of rain, winds up to 70 miles per hour, and crushing hail up to three inches in diameter in some areas. … read more
The City of Billings is now home to the only freestanding rehab hospital in the state of Montana. The Rehabilitation Hospital of Montana was officially opened this Monday at a ribbon cutting ceremony and is designed to help people recovering … read more
Yellowstone Dig it Days is just around the corner. This one-day event is constructive, family wholesome and educational, promoting knowledge and safety with equipment operation that digs in the ground. Families will learn about what it takes to stay safe … read more
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
Two vehicles were involved in a T-bone collision just after 3pm on Wednesday, July 17thon Highway 312 and Road 8 in Worden with Montana Highway Patrol confirming at least one fatality and multiple serious injuries resulting from the accident. Help … read more
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
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
Technology costs will take their toll on budgets for Yellowstone County government in the coming fiscal year. Looking at expenditures for a wide range of technology needs, the total will reach between $750,000 and $900,000, projected Yellowstone County Director of … read more
Residents of Vuecrest Drive were surprised this past weekend to see that their road had been transformed into a small river as a deluge sprung out of the hillside seeping out of the Main Canal, which brings water from Laurel … read more
The Billings Bench Water Association announced on 6/21/19 that they have shut off the Main Canal that supplies water from Laurel, through Billings, and out to Shepherd. Many farmers, ranchers and irrigators will be affected by this shut down said … read more
Every year, people flock to the Little Bighorn Battlefield to watch an amazing reenactment of the titular battle take place on the same ground. With cavalry soldiers performing as Custer’s 7th U.S. Cavalry Regiment as they are routed by the … read more
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
The Worden, Ballantine, Yellowstone County Water and Sewer District issued a drinking water warning on Tuesday, June 10, 2019 informing area residents that water samples have tested above the maximum contaminant level of nitrates. DO NOT allow infants to drink … read more
Montana’s Congressman Greg Gianforte released the following statement after learning that Colstrip Units 1 & 2 are closing at the end of 2019. Talen Energy announced Tuesday in a press release of the closure. “Colstrip has long … read more
Montana Highway Patrol Trooper Barry Mitchell confirmed this evening that 2 male drivers died in a near head on collision that happened about 6:30pm tonight. Names of the deceased were not released as of the time of this posting. … read more
