Good morning, Billings.

A recent report shows 42% of restaurants were unprofitable last year as rising food, labor, and utility costs squeezed margins.

Billings restaurant owners are restructuring operations to manage staffing shortages and cut expenses while remaining optimistic for improved results this year.

Billings shoppers report rising grocery prices as beef now costs over $7 per pound and many switch to discount stores, while Family Service helps households manage costs amid a 0.4% rise in food prices from the Consumer Price Index.

The state auditor approved a new school health trust with over 150 school districts.

State Superintendent Susie Hedalen will allocate $40 million in incentive funds for educators & district employees.

The five senior starters from Billings West, who were once Q2 Athletes of the Week as young players, will face Missoula Big Sky tonight at 8 p.m. in the state tournament at First Interstate Arena.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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! 👑🫖

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.

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!

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!

MoneyBagg Yo Live Concert

6-8 p.m. — MetraPark - First Interstate Arena — Tickets available — Experience a night of hip-hop with the talented Moneybagg Yo from Memphis.