Good morning, Billings.

Canyon Creek School teacher Daron Asleson received the March Gold Star Award in Billings and plans to spend his $250 cash prize on new books for his classroom — an honor recognizing his dedication to students.

Billings Career Center students built their 50th family home on Wednesday at 3071 Hunters Ridge Loop with Langlas & Associates and the Home Builders Association.

The project provided hands-on training in construction skills.

The Montana Historical Society is accepting nominations for its 37th Montana Statehood Centennial Bell Award to honor an outstanding grade 7–12 teacher in Montana history during the 2025–2026 school year; nominations close April 13 and the winner will be celebrated on Nov.

9 at the State Capitol with a plaque and cash prize (over $3,000) for classroom needs.

Nearly 1,000 water and wastewater professionals gathered this week in Billings for the 46th Montana Rural Water Systems Technical Conference (held at the Billings Hotel and Convention Center), where training and networking focused on water safety.

Organizers plan to hold the event again next year.

Civic leaders unveiled a plan yesterday to help 30 TSA officers at Billings Logan International Airport who have not been paid for nearly 40 days, and the Chamber of Commerce will partner with Big J — Show Cares to collect donations for essentials over the next week.

Representatives from the U.S. Wildland Fire Service updated the Montana Environmental Quality Council yesterday about plans to reduce duplication and speed up wildfire response for the coming fire season in Montana.

They noted fire crews will stay roughly the same (US Forest Service remains under a different department).

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!

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.

PBR 2026

6:45-9:45 p.m. — MetraPark - First Interstate Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of bull riding at this exciting PBR event.

Billings RV & Boat Show and Sale

10 AM - 8 PM — MetraPark - First Interstate Arena — Exclusive savings on RVs and boats — Discover the latest in recreational vehicles and boating options.

Wednesdays League Practice and Shooting

5-7 p.m. — Billings Trap Club — Registration fees apply — Compete in the practice and league shooting sessions during the weekly event.

Billings Symphony: Fire, Fury, Verdi Dress Rehearsal

7-11 p.m. — Alberta Bair Theater — Tickets required — Experience the dramatic sounds of Verdi at this exciting dress rehearsal.

OverTime: Modern Day Outlaw Tour

8-11 p.m. — The Pub Station — Check for ticket prices — Celebrate 10 years of the Modern Day Outlaw Tour with OverTime & The Blue Collar Soldiers Band.