Good Day
Billings
Wednesday, January 8th, 2025
Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Billings Snow Buddies, a volunteer organization, provides crucial snow and ice clearing services for the elderly and disabled, enhancing mobility and safety during winter months. KULR8
- ➤ Billings, Montana local businesses are supporting student athlete Taco Dowler through strong sales of custom-made hats. KULR8
- ➤ Sacred Grounds Healing and Art Studio in Billings closes suddenly, affecting local vendors and artists who relied on the community space. KULR8
- ➤ The Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter in BILLINGS, Mont. urgently requests donations of Royal Canin Starter food to aid in the growth and recovery of two puppies. KULR8
- ➤ The Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming will begin their 2025 cookie season on January 31, providing a variety of flavors including the final offering of Toast-Yay!, with proceeds supporting local scouts' activities. KULR8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Billings resident utilized home security footage and social media to identify the uninsured driver responsible for hitting her parked car and then fleeing the scene. KULR8
- ➤ Jacob Dylan Troxel's trial for the shooting death of Michael Joseph Duran in 2022 progresses, with defense claiming self-defense and prosecution alleging provocation. Billings Gazette
- ➤ The trial of Jacob Troxel for the deliberate homicide of Michael Duran in a 2022 road-rage incident in Billings commenced, with differing narratives of self-defense and avoidable tragedy presented. KTVQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Billings Public Schools receives a $37,000 grant for planting trees on 14 campuses to enhance shade, safety, and educational opportunities. KTVQ
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Exploring the Fish of the Yellowstone River with Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks
Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks will discuss the native fish species in the Yellowstone River and the importance of diverse habitats in this informative event.
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Community Air Service Breakfast Event
The Community Air Service Breakfast will provide updates and insights from the Billings Air Service Committee regarding local air service developments.
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Fusion Fight League: Kick Off 2025 in Billings
Experience an electrifying fight night in Billings with the Fusion Fight League, featuring VIP seating options and cocktail service.
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Onyx Storm Release Party at Barnes & Noble
This event celebrates the release of Rebecca Yarros' third book in The Empyrean Series, requiring proof of purchase for attendance.
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Rhapsody & Romance Concert by Billings Symphony Orchestra
The Billings Symphony Orchestra presents a concert featuring Rhapsody & Romance by composer Clyne, alongside works by Rachmaninoff and Prokofiev, conducted by Anne Harrigan at the Alberta Bair Theater.
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Anna Clyne: A Night of Piano and Classical Music
This musical event features pianist Tanner Jorden performing works by Anna Clyne, Sergei Prokofiev, and Sergei Rachmaninoff at the Alberta Bair Theater.
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MSU Billings Jazz Festival Concert Featuring Jazz and Mambo Orchestras
The event will showcase performances by the MSU Billings Jazz Orchestra and a full-size Mambo Orchestra, led by Professor John Roberts.
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Billings Job Fair - Career Opportunity Fair
The Billings Job Fair offers a platform for employers to connect with potential candidates through automated screening and interview scheduling.
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Club 90s: 2000s Throwback Party
A lively throwback party featuring 2000s music, encouraging attendees to dress in their Y2K outfits.
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