Good Day
Billings
Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Aviation Conference ended Saturday evening in Billings after three days of discussions among pilots, airport directors and state officials about safety and flight growth. The event awarded $60,000 in scholarships to future pilots and emphasized the role of community airports in health, agriculture and local transport. KULR8
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Billings Animal Family Hospital closed its downtown North 27th Street practice & opened a larger facility at 25 N. 17th Street in the EBURD, aiming to offer expanded animal care to the community. Billings Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Billings Public Schools announced a balanced budget and a 17.3% increase in starting teacher salaries from $42,720 to $50,100. Superintendent Erwin Garcia said the district is launching programs such as Early College High School and Opportunity School to boost academic success, with a future levy to fund safety and repairs. KULR8
- ➤ Billings driving academy trains 30 students for CDL licenses amid a national driver shortage. Owner Daniel Robertson said the course includes online lessons and hands-on training with skills tests scheduled with the DMV — filling local needs. KTVQ
- ➤ Former DEA agent Rocky Herron warned Billings high school students at Skyview High on Thursday about drugs and alcohol (highlighting high THC and fentanyl risks) during a 90-minute talk with a Q&A session. His message comes amid rising concerns over substance abuse in the area. KTVQ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A Montana native faces a lengthy delay at Hong Kong International Airport as air travel halts over the Middle East after the United States' attack on Iran. His travel agent is seeking an alternative route to Morocco amid ongoing uncertainty. KTVQ
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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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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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Rittz & Dropout Kings Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — The Pub Station — Tickets from $63 — Rittz and Dropout Kings bring an unforgettable night of music to Billings.
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Blood and Black Sails Murder Mystery Dinner
Five notorious pirate captains gather to celebrate a daring raid on a royal treasury ship, but greed and old grudges threaten to turn victory into murder. Join us for an interactive evening of intrigue, question the pirates yourself, and help decide who sails to the gallows.
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A Royal Princess Tea Party
Young princesses of the realm are invited to a delightful Princess Tea Party at Captain Scurvy’s Black Dragon Den, where one of the Montana Renaissance Festival Princesses will host an hour of tea, cookies, crafts, and royal games. Seats are limited to just 12 princesses per session, so gather thy tiaras and reserve thy royal seat today before the court is full! 👑🫖
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Montana Open Wrestling Tournament
2:00 PM – 9:30 PM — MetraPark - First Interstate Arena — Registration fee required — Experience the thrill of competitive wrestling as athletes of all ages take to the mat.
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Bingo Bash 2026
Join us on March 28 at the Columbia Club (2216 Grand Avenue) for a 21+ evening of dinner, bingo, and prizes from 4:00–9:00 PM, made possible by our generous sponsors: Event Sponsor, Western Security Bank, and Outreach Sponsor, Northwest Pipe Fittings. All proceeds benefit Billings Head Start Inc., empowering young children and families across Yellowstone County and Carbon County with the tools they need for lifelong success and school readiness—register today as space is limited!
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Bingo Bash 2026
Join us on March 28 at the Columbia Club (2216 Grand Avenue) for a 21+ evening of dinner, bingo, and prizes from 4:00–9:00 PM, made possible by our generous sponsors: Event Sponsor, Western Security Bank, and Outreach Sponsor, Northwest Pipe Fittings. All proceeds benefit Billings Head Start Inc., empowering young children and families across Yellowstone County and Carbon County with the tools they need for lifelong success and school readiness—register today as space is limited!
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