Good Day
Billings
Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GasBuddy projects gas prices will average $2.97 per gallon in 2026 and could drop to $2.86 by year’s end due to lower oil prices and reduced demand - the forecast marks the fourth straight year of declines. Local drivers may see lower costs as these trends continue. KTVQ
- ➤ Governor Gianforte reported that Montana ended November with a 3.3% unemployment rate, a 0.4% increase from last November, and credited the 406 JOBS program with strengthening local workforce readiness (the national rate was 4.6%). KULR8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Residents can donate up to $200K to Billings public schools through a new tax credit that gives a dollar-for-dollar credit and funds upgrades to programs like robotics and trades. Donations under the $7.2M cap must be made by Jan. 21 to keep money local and boost education. KULR8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Billings Public Schools are reviewing three bond proposals for high schools, with options ranging from basic repairs to athletic upgrades — new postal rules may delay mail postmarks, affecting bill payments and ballots. Residents are advised to get a manual postmark at their local post office. KTVQ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Montana State clinched its first national championship in 41 years as fans at a Billings watch party cheered the Bobcats' thrilling FCS win. Lifelong Bobcat fan Mitch Bohn (host of the Wide Left Podcast) recalled the roller coaster emotions that marked the game. KULR8
- ➤ Golfers are playing outside today at Peter Yegen Golf Club thanks to unusually warm January weather; Jason Flick (the pro shop manager) said players, including college golfer Becca Washington, are swapping winter gear for shorts in a welcome change. KULR8
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Tom Catmull Live Performance
7:30 p.m. — Craft Local — $12 — Enjoy an evening of live music with Tom Catmull and Lee Calvin in Billings.
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Nate Bargatze: Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-8 p.m. — MetraPark - First Interstate Arena — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs from a unique stand-up comedian with an unconventional background.
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The Billings Symphony Orchestra Performance
7-11 p.m. — Alberta Bair Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating night of orchestral music at The Billings Symphony Orchestra.
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Club 90s - The Weeknd Night
9-11 p.m. — The Pub Station — $23.15 to $34.15 — Dance the night away to the iconic hits of The Weeknd at this DJ celebration.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.
~ Rumi
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