Good Day
Billings
Thursday, April 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KTVQ is changing its channel from VHF to UHF to improve indoor reception and local viewers with antennas must rescan their TVs for the new channel. The upgrade is set for Tuesday, April 29—weather permitting, a storm could delay the process. KTVQ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today, Heather Lamont began her first day as the new owner/operator of Great Harvest on Poly Drive by kneading dough early in the morning—she said her lifelong love of baking will keep the legacy strong. Billings Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kennedy Rose Aigner pleaded guilty to deliberate homicide in Yellowstone County District Court after admitting she shot Quaid Fluckiger in the head with a .22-caliber pistol inside a residence on Chicago Road — prosecutors will recommend a 55-year prison term at a later sentencing hearing. KTVQ
- ➤ Billings police used drone technology to track burglary suspects and arrest them after a burglary alert — footage captured the entire operation and the suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty. KULR8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Yellowstone County schools will ask voters to approve levies in the May 6 election to fund school safety and educational needs, with districts in Laurel, Elysian, Elder Grove and Canyon Creek proposing measures to update equipment and avoid staff cuts. Elysian plans a $120,000 public safety levy — costing about $13.87 per year for a $300,000 home— to replace aging cameras. KTVQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that open meeting laws apply to advisory council meetings reviewing judicial candidates, siding with Acantha and Montana Free Press—who argued that the council’s blanket meeting closure was improper—while the governor’s appointment of Gregory Bonilla remains in place. KTVQ
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Montana Legislature passed House Bill 267—Bobby’s Law—to increase penalties for DUI-related deaths by imposing up to 30 years in prison, a minimum of three years, and fines up to $50,000, memorializing Bobby Dewbre who died in March after being hit by a drunk driver. The bipartisan bill passed 95 to 3 and is expected to be signed by Gov. Gianforte. KTVQ
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Halfway to Halloween Party
9 PM – 1 AM — The Pub Station — $15 — Celebrate halfway to Halloween with DJs and a lively atmosphere.
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Dance Pictures Event
12-5 p.m. — Montana Dance Center — Cost not specified — Capture memorable moments with your dance friends and recital pieces.
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Dirtwire Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Ticket info available — Experience a unique blend of world music and electronic beats from Dirtwire.
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Breakfast with Mom
10 AM – 12 PM — Grandpa's Farm — $26.42 — Celebrate Mother's Day with a fun-filled breakfast on the farm and enjoy a tractor ride along with animal visits.
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Bobby Shmurda Live Concert
8 PM - 12 AM — Club Lux — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience the explosive energy of Bobby Shmurda as he takes the stage in Billings.
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Tigirlily Gold Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Tickets required — Catch the uplifting sister duo Tigirlily Gold as they showcase their hit singles and new music from their upcoming album.
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Lodge Breakfast Gathering
8:30-10 a.m. — IHOP — Self-pay off menu — Enjoy a no-host fellowship breakfast with members of the community.
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