Good morning, Billings.

The Billings Human Relations Commission hosted a community discussion on Wednesday night at the Billings Public Library to teach respectful dialogue using the Dignity Index & real-life examples.

Former City Council member Danny Choriki led the talk to help improve everyday interactions.

The COVID-19 Memorial Plaque Dedication will be held on April 17, 2026, from noon to 1:00 pm at 316 North 26th Street to honor those lost and the frontline workers; former Mayor Cole and others will offer brief remarks before a moment of silence and plaque unveiling with light refreshments.

Crews continued work on the Amend Recreation Center and Signal Peak Ice Arena near Amend Park on Thursday afternoon.

The recreation center is set to open in June as the project nears completion.

Billings leaders are collecting donations through Big J-Show Cares to support TSA agents at Logan Airport during the shutdown.

Meanwhile, downtown, the historic Cardwell-Yegen House is being demolished for a playground and Career Center students advanced in a NASA competition — a sign of strong local community and education efforts.

An all-volunteer community choir and orchestra will perform the free Lamb of God Easter Oratorio at Lincoln Center downtown this weekend.

The performance features 24 orchestra and 60 choir members who have been rehearsing for months and include local students and adults.

Mrs. Miller, a kindergarten teacher at Burlington Elementary, was honored today by the One Class at a Time program for her creative teaching methods.

The award included a $500 grant from the Education Foundation for Billings Public Schools and a $150 gift card from City Brew Coffee — tokens recognizing her commitment to building a lifelong love of learning.

Elder Grove Elementary raised almost $80,000 from local donations for its reading curriculum after a mill levy failure in 2025, reflecting a growing statewide trend toward crowdfunding — a strategy increasingly used by schools.

A beef raffle and wine tasting at Yellowstone Cellars will raise more funds for the program.

Billings school trustees approved two operational levies aimed at increasing budgets—adding about 5% to elementary and 7% to high schools—with the measures set to appear on the May 2 ballot, potentially costing owners of $600k homes about $100 extra per year.

Billings resident Trudy Carey underwent a routine colonoscopy on Jan.

23 that unexpectedly revealed colon cancer and received robotic-assisted surgery at Intermountain Health on Jan. 28; thanks to early detection, she is now cancer-free (highlighting the value of regular screenings).

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.