Good Day
Billings
Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ RiverStone Health will purchase the boarded up Colonial Apartments and two nearby houses on South Side for $500,000 and will demolish the properties by year-end after asbestos removal — they plan to work with community partners to boost local housing and services for displaced tenants. KULR8
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Billings welcomed its first Circle K built from scratch when it opened on Thursday at the corner of North 27th Street and 6th Avenue North—adding a new spot for quick, everyday purchases. Billings Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Montana DOJ and Billings Police warned residents of a rising carfentanil threat in Yellowstone County on Wednesday after a task force seized 4,000 pills testing positive—highlighting the opioid’s extreme potency and risk of absorption. KULR8
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Stillwater mine officials say the Commerce Department imposed a 132.83% tariff on Russian palladium imports Tuesday, and the measure could lead to reopening the mine & bring back nearly 700 laid-off workers. The company cautions full operations will not resume this year. KTVQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fourth-grade teacher Max Melfi from Miles Avenue Elementary was recognized today by the Education Foundation for Billings Public Schools with a $500 grant for his skill in connecting with his students (sponsored by Western Security Bank and City Brew Coffee). KTVQ
- ➤ Billings Public Schools opened its doors Thursday for Educator for a Day, letting community members tour Newman Elementary and see how principals manage roles as CEO and social worker. Attendees experienced a gym full of cheering kids while learning about the daily challenges in education. KTVQ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Horticulture experts warn that Montana’s warm winter (the highest recorded since 1935) may disrupt plant-pollinator timing and boost ticks this summer. They say early plant activity could reduce bee food for pollinators and impact outdoor recreation. KTVQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Gianforte urges eligible homeowners to register by March 1 at homestead.mt.gov to secure lower tax rates on primary residences and long-term rentals. Those who miss the deadline will face higher rates this year and must reapply to receive benefits starting in 2027. KTVQ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new FDA-approved treatment is giving hope to the Milligan family as their son Anakin shows significant progress against Menkes disease, which often ended life before age three. Shodair Children's Hospital in Helena now offers local care that eliminates long trips to Ohio. KULR8
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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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A Flock of Seagulls Live
6-11 p.m. — The Pub Station — $38.65 to $69.65 — Celebrate the 80's with a live performance by A Flock of Seagulls and dance the night away.
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The Shamrock Run
1-3 p.m. — Pioneer Park — Free entry for kids — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a fun 1 Mile Fun Run and 5K race.
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~ Naval Ravikant
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