by Evelyn Pyburn Former Yellowstone County Commissioner and lifelong Billings businessman, James A. “Ziggy” Ziegler, died on Jan. 19 at age 89, following a battle with cancer. Mention the name “Ziggy” in Billings and everyone knows who you are talking … read more
by Evelyn Pyburn The issue of paying an attorney who was not engaged by the board at a public meeting was again a primary topic of concern at the monthly meeting of the Heights County Water Board last Wednesday. read more
by Evelyn Pyburn Small business owner, Naarah Hastings, was selected by Yellowstone County Commissioners on Tuesday to represent House District 50 in the Montana Legislature, replacing Mallerie Stromwold (R) who resigned the position a couple of weeks ago. The commissioners … read more
Additional Colstrip Supply at “No Price” by Evelyn Pyburn NorthWestern Energy has acquired Avista’s share of Colstrip Units 3 & 4, with no purchase price. NorthWestern Energy and Avista announced the agreement, which NorthWestern Energy proclaimed will enable it to … read more
by Evelyn Pyburn The new road that will connect the new Yellowstone River Bridge to Main Street and Hwy. 312 is proposed to be called Trailhead Road. The news comes with a report of what the roads will look like … read more
by Evelyn Pyburn On Tuesday, District Court Judge Ashley Harada swore in newly elected and re-elected county officials during a ceremony in the County Commissioners’ office. Republican Mark Morse was sworn in as County Commissioner, the only newly elected county … read more
by Evelyn Pyburn At a moment in time that the population of the Youth Services Center (YSC) in Yellowstone County is soaring, it is struggling to find the help that is needed to operate. Director of the Center for 27 … read more
by Evelyn Pyburn A 35-year veteran of the Lockwood Fire Department, Keith Kober, has been named as a Deputy State Fire Marshall. In assuming the new job, Kober will be retiring from his position as Captain at the Lockwood Fire Department … read more
by Evelyn Pyburn Citizens who spoke to County Commissioners, many of whom were election judges or poll watchers, itemized a number of things they were concerned about when it comes to accurate and secure elections. From the integrity of machines, … read more
The company that has an agreement with the County to book entertainment events for MetraPark has filed a brief with the court to dismiss a request to amend the original suit which would allow a request to invalidate their 18-month-old … read more
With considerable pride and satisfaction, Yellowstone Family, the non-profit organization of Yellowstone County News, was able to present a $10,000 check to Montana Contractors Association (MCA) Education Fund, to be used for scholarships for young people pursuing careers in the … read more
by Evelyn Pyburn Be careful what you wish for. Many election officials across the state may well identify with that age-old adage following years of frustrations in not having enough volunteers to help with elections, only to find themselves, this … read more
by Evelyn Pyburn Amid rumors that anesthesiologists were quitting jobs and some were leaving Billings, The Billings Clinic and Billings Anesthesiology have announced the signing of a new contract between the two organizations. read more
by Evelyn Pyburn Billings attorney, Gene Jarussi is persisting with his challenge against Yellowstone County regarding the RFP they issued for the private management of MetraPark, despite the County’s decision to discontinue the RFP (request for proposals) process. Jarussi has … read more
Having dropped the process of finding a company to manage MetraPark, Yellowstone County Commissioners are taking up the search for a manager for the county-owned facility. The need to replace the former manager, retiring Bill Dutcher, was put on hold, … read more
Given the polls and chronic predictions, the outcome of elections in Montana were probably not much of a surprise for most people. Voter turnout was probably lower than anticipated given all the hype prior to Election Day. Statewide the voter … read more
Billings Attorney Gene Jarussi’s case against Yellowstone County regarding the privatization of management of Metra Park is awaiting a decision by Judge Rod Souza of the 13th District Court of Yellowstone County as to whether the case will be dismissed. … read more
by Evelyn Pyburn Yellowstone County Commissioners have named a new director of the Yellowstone County Elections Department – Katherine “Ginger” Aldrich of Helena. She will begin her new job on November 1. read more
by Evelyn Pyburn Two issues on the General Election ballot, November 8, are asking for voter input. read more
by Evelyn Pyburn Both defendants of the suit filed by the County Water District of Billings Heights — the County Commissioners and Pam Ellis — have responded to the complaint and both essentially deny the basic charges made and continue … read more
