Good Day
Billings
Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ National Missing Persons Day sees local advocates, families, and law enforcement work to find missing individuals in Montana, as limited resources in rural areas and challenges in reporting prompt officials to urge immediate action (even from out-of-state callers). KULR8
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Ross store will open this summer at 323 Lake Elmo Drive next to the Heights Target, offering Billings Heights a fresh retail option. Billings Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Billings Public Library is asking residents to share ideas for improving its services, spaces, and programs using an online survey and hands-on workshops offered through February. Community input will shape future library plans. KULR8
- ➤ Fifteen Billings West students guide peers through an Anne Frank exhibit in the school cafeteria until Feb. 20, and a guest speaker event is scheduled for Feb. 11 at 6 p.m. KTVQ
- ➤ Huntley Project School was briefly placed on shelter in place Wednesday after a passerby made a potential threat; the school’s resource officer contacted the individual and officials confirmed the situation is being addressed. KTVQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Gianforte and Turning Point USA's Erika Kirk will announce a new statewide partnership to bring TPUSA Club America chapters to Montana high schools, continuing Charlie Kirk's vision for student engagement (free speech efforts included). KULR8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Montana State defensive coordinator Shawn Howe is leaving the Bobcats for an NFL job with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Howe, who joined MSU in 2021 — helping lead the team to a national championship last season — will coach outside linebackers and edge defenders. KTVQ
- ➤ Montana head football coach Bobby Hauck is retiring after 14 seasons and wide receivers coach Bobby Kennedy has been named as his replacement; a news conference is set for Wednesday in Missoula. KTVQ
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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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’Til Death Do Us Part A Cursed Valentine’s Murder Mystery Feast
Love is sworn, secrets are whispered, and before the night is done… someone dies. Join us for ’Til Death Do Us Part, a fully immersive Valentine’s murder mystery feast where guests dine, mingle, and help decide the guilty.
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Buffalo Traffic Jam Concert
8-10 p.m. — The Pub Station — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt folk sounds of Buffalo Traffic Jam with special guest Abby Webster.
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Daddy Daughter Dance 2026
6:30-8:30 p.m. — 1235 W Wicks Ln, Billings, MT — Tickets on sale January 1, 2026 — A magical evening to nurture the special bond between fathers and daughters.
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Billings RV & Boat Show and Sale
10 a.m.-8 p.m. — MetraPark Expo Center — Exclusive savings — A must-attend for RV and boat enthusiasts looking for the best deals in town.
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Billings RV & Boat Show and Sale
10 AM – 5 PM — MetraPark - First Interstate Arena — Exclusive deals await — Explore the best RVs and boats at this must-visit local event.
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Montana Accepted Student Day
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Rocky Vista University Montana — Free entry — Experience campus life and connect with the MCOM community at this informative event for accepted students.
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Billings RV & Boat Show and Sale
10 AM – 5 PM — MetraPark - First Interstate Arena — Exclusive deals — Explore a wide range of RVs and boats while enjoying great savings.
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Billings RV & Boat Show and Sale
10 AM – 5 PM — MetraPark - First Interstate Arena — Exclusive savings — Explore a variety of RVs and boats at this popular local show.
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Spring Book Swap
Meadowlark Brewing. 5:30-7:30 pm. This is a fun social event where you bring any books you've finished reading (all ages welcome) and swap with others.
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~ Richard Feynman
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