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Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Last Sunday, the Yellowstone Rim Runners cleaned up trash along the trail adjacent to King Avenue West, collecting bags of debris blown in from local big box store dumpsters—club president Dave Coppock said stores had not secured their waste and prompted the community effort.  KTVQ

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Stockman Bank was named one of the world’s best banks by Forbes for the fourth straight year — ranking 47th and serving as the only Montana bank among 66 American banks. CEO Bill Coffee said the honor shows customer trust and dedicated staff.  KULR8

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Billings City Council discussed ending the monthly car allowance for 15 top employees during a budget meeting last week, a change that could save nearly $69,000 a year—Council member Bill Kennedy said cutting the perk would free up funds for more police. Some council members and staff worry that tracking mileage will be too hard—a public hearing on the proposal is scheduled soon.  KTVQ
  • Former US Senator Jon Tester is co-hosting a podcast with journalist Maritsa Georgiou. The new show—Grounded—is now available on major podcast platforms.  KTVQ

SPORTS NEWS

  • Photos from the USA Curling Regional Playoffs finals captured key moments from the event held at Centennial Arena on Sunday+ local competitors battled for victory+ highlighting the competitive play during the finals.  Billings Gazette

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Billings School District #2 Candidate Forum/Meet and Greet

    Please join Forward Montana and League of Women Voters for a candidate forum/meet and greet on Wednesday, April 16th at 6:00pm at the Art House Cinema and Pub in Downtown Billings. We’ve invited all candidates in the two competitive districts #5 and #7 and look forward to a night of hearing from them about their plan for the school board + hearing from YOU so you can learn more and make an informed vote!

    Wed, 4/16/25

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  • Billings School District #2 Candidate Forum/Meet and Greet

    Please join Forward Montana and League of Women Voters for a candidate forum/meet and greet on Wednesday, April 16th at 6:00pm at the Art House Cinema and Pub in Downtown Billings. We’ve invited all candidates in the two competitive districts #5 and #7 and look forward to a night of hearing from them about their plan for the school board + hearing from YOU so you can learn more and make an informed vote!

    Wed, 4/16/25

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  • Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour

    7:00 – 8:30 PM — Babcock Theatre — $25 — Experience breathtaking mountain adventures through a collection of inspiring films while supporting local conservation efforts.

    Fri, 4/18/25

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  • Clay Pot Painting Workshop

    10 AM – 12 PM — Roots Garden Center — Free entry — Unleash your creativity with a fun day of painting your own clay pot planter.

    Sat, 4/19/25

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  • Cooper Alan Live in Concert

    8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Pub Station — VIP tickets available — Experience the dynamic sounds of rising country star Cooper Alan with a mix of heartfelt and playful anthems.

    Sun, 4/20/25

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  • Yellowstone Chapter PGA Pro-Pro Tournament

    — Time TBA — Hilands Golf Club — Participation fee required — Compete in the prestigious Pro-Pro golf tournament at one of Billings’ premier courses.

    Mon, 4/21/25

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  • Veterans Benefits Overview

    5:30-7 p.m. — Grace Montessori Academy — Free entry — Discover essential benefits including healthcare and support for veterans and their families.

    Thu, 4/24/25

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  • Tchaikovsky's 5th Symphony Dress Rehearsal

    7-10 p.m. — Alberta Bair Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beauty of Tchaikovsky's classic symphony performed by the Billings Symphony Orchestra.

    Fri, 4/25/25

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  • Earth Day Family Bike Ride

    11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Spoke Shop — Free event — Enjoy a fun family bike ride to celebrate Earth Day with fresh air and community spirit.

    Sat, 4/26/25

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  • Memphis May Fire Concert

    6:30-8:00 p.m. — The Pub Station — Ticket required — Experience the anthems of Memphis May Fire as they confront modern struggles through powerful music.

    Tue, 4/29/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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