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Billings
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Founders Brian and Gala announced that Rockets Gourmet Wraps and Sodas in downtown Billings is for sale at 2809 First Ave. N after 27 years in business — the restaurant will remain open during the transition. KTVQ
- ➤ Crispy Cones opened its first Montana location Thursday night at Shiloh Crossing near the AMC Theater, offering a unique 300-year-old European recipe for gourmet soft serve in Billings. KTVQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Billings high school seniors are playing a water-gun game called Senior Assassin as a fun end-of-year event, with their principal setting strict safety rules. While similar games nationwide have led to injuries, Billings students use bright water guns — clear boundaries keep the game safe. KTVQ
- ➤ Today the Wise Wonders Science-and-Discovery Museum opened a mini clinic exhibit, sponsored by Intermountain Health, where children can explore fake X-rays, measure their height, test their eyesight and view petri-dishes under a microscope as part of the new Mini-Magic City. KTVQ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Billings neighbors have complained that wind from the regional landfill blows trash onto nearby streets — Hillcrest and Stratton Roads — causing large litter areas. City officials plan to test wind screens and cleaning methods, including a cleanup with nonprofit Bright n’ Beautiful on Saturday, Apr. 25. KTVQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Army named its new Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft the MV-75 Cheyenne II during the Army Aviation Association conference, honoring the Northern Cheyenne Tribe (a nod to local heritage) from southeastern Montana and linking the aircraft’s speed and range to the tribe’s resilient legacy. KULR8
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The South Hills Commons housing project broke ground on Billings South Side as construction began on 35 attainable workforce housing units off King Avenue East with funding from the Montana Community Reinvestment Plan. Billings Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Billings native Flint Rasmussen comes out of retirement to perform at PBR this weekend with shows today at 6:45 p.m. & Saturday at 6:45 p.m. at First Interstate Arena at MetraPark. KULR8
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Three Dog Night Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Pub Station — Costs vary — Experience the iconic sounds of Three Dog Night as they celebrate six decades of hits.
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Emo Night Brooklyn
8-11:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — $10 cover — A late night dance party featuring all your favorite Emo and Pop-Punk jams.
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Bach & Brews… & Wine!
6-9 p.m. — Henry's Garage — Fundraising event — Relish Montana’s finest beer and wine while enjoying live music and tasty finger foods.
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The Last Best Beer Run 5k
9:55 AM – 4:00 PM — Dehler Park — Registration required — Kick off the day with a lively 5k run past beer stations before reaching the finish line.
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