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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Rotary Club of Billings will host its first Memorial Day Parade this Saturday at 10:30 a.m. to honor Montana’s heroes with family-friendly activities, free food, veteran mental health support and a procession that starts at the Met Transit Station on 25th and 2nd Avenue and heads north to Dehler Park — the event also includes a ribbon-cutting ceremony and donations to four veteran groups. KULR8
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new daily flight service from Billings Logan International Airport (direct) to Chicago O’Hare Airport (nonstop) starts today and will run through October. Billings Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Billings law enforcement seized 4,900 blue M-30 pills with carfentanil, an elephant tranquilizer, earlier this month—State Crime Lab tests confirmed the potent drug and linked it to shipments from Mexican cartels. KTVQ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, students at Plenty Coups High School were recognized for their year-long project that restored a historic sign marking the Battle of Arrow Creek nine miles north of Pryor to preserve Crow history; they also cleaned the surrounding area to help protect their heritage. KTVQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Billings is launching a new plan for parks, recreation and public lands amid a budget shortfall; Parks and Recreation Director Gavin Woltjer said the strategy will build—promote—and activate projects that will then be maintained. Billings Gazette
- ➤ Billings officials unveiled the FY-2026 budget today that shows $457 million in revenue and $438 million in expenses—reflecting a $28 million difference from last year due to changes in property tax laws. The preliminary plan will be adopted in June and finalized in August and includes cuts to some positions, $500,000 in police savings, and shifts in state and federal funds. KULR8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ New bleachers will be installed at the MetraPark rodeo arena in about two to three weeks, transforming the site from muddy dirt to a finished facility. Construction will complete on Aug 1 and the arena will seat 3,200 people at its first event on Aug 14-16 during MontanaFair (general manager Stoney Field said the update will offer more room for events like horse shows). KTVQ
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Chancey Williams Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Ticketed event — Experience neo-traditional country music from saddle bronc athlete and rising star Chancey Williams.
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Billings Level 2/3 & 4/5 In-House Training
8 a.m. — Hanser’s Towing & Semi Truck Heavy Wrecker — Free — Enhance your skills with valuable in-house training sessions.
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A Taste of Ireland
7:30-9 p.m. — Alberta Bair Theater — Last-minute theater tickets available — Experience an evening filled with the vibrant culture and music of Ireland.
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Little Buzz Run
6-7 p.m. — 301 Parkhill Dr, Billings, MT — Registration fee required — A fun run just for kids benefiting CASA of Yellowstone County.
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Queen Bee Montana 10km Race
7 AM – 12 PM — Pioneer Park — Registration fee applies — Experience a scenic 10km challenge in beautiful Billings, Montana, with a vibrant post-race celebration.
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Terrapin Flyer Concert
Doors at 7 p.m. — The Pub Station — $28.50 — Experience an authentic tribute to the Grateful Dead with Terrapin Flyer.
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Latin Night
8-11 p.m. — The Pub Station — $28 — Experience vibrant Latin music and dance with live DJs and lessons for all skill levels.
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Bobcat Live Performance
6 PM — 406 Kitchen & Taproom — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the captivating one-man band, Bobcat, in an unforgettable musical journey.
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Rehab Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — $33.50 — Enjoy hits from multi-platinum band Rehab and their special guest Shallow Side in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Rocky Mountain Vibes Baseball Game
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Dehler Park — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting evening of minor league baseball with the Rocky Mountain Vibes at Dehler Park.
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