Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of June.
Good morning, Billings.
After a hailstorm left one window leaking in Shepherd earlier this month, 72-year-old Connie Halvorsen said a Billings-based window company repeatedly visited her door with a high-priced estimate and pressured her for a large down payment.
She urged neighbors to check for proper ID and not to rush into payments—especially vulnerable homeowners who might face similar aggressive tactics.
Family Service and Town and Country are launching the Summer Strong Bags program in Billings to support families with kid-friendly and shelf-stable foods throughout July.
Donors can purchase a bag at Town and Country that contains items such as beef stew, peanut butter, and jelly crackers—these bags are then sent to Family Service for distribution.
After an eight-year break, the Red Lodge Festival of Nations returns for its 75th anniversary, supported by the Carbon County Historical Museum & community fundraising.
The festival will honor over 30 cultures and expect more than 1,000 people with a schedule that includes a farmers market, indigenous cooking classes and street dance performances.
Lowe's Hometown Projects has awarded a $280,000 grant to remodel Fire Station 5 so that its outdated plumbing and public bathroom will be updated into three private bathrooms—Billings firefighters will begin the remodeling in August to improve their work space.
Amigo The Devil Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Pub Station — $36 to $64 — Experience the haunting melodies and raw truth of Amigo The Devil along with special guest David Talley.
Alive After 5: John Roberts y Pan Blanco
5-8 p.m. — Rainbow Bar — Free admission (wristband required for alcohol) — Celebrate 90 years of Rainbow Bar with live music and family-friendly activities.
Celebrate Freedom - Fireworks at Castle Rock Park
4-11 p.m. — Castle Rock Park — Free entry — Enjoy family activities and a spectacular fireworks display in a beautiful park setting.
Glacier Range Riders vs. Billings Mustangs
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Dehler Park — Tickets available — Enjoy a thrilling baseball clash between the Glacier Range Riders and Billings Mustangs.
VNN & Pizza Ranch's Community Impact Fundraiser
5-9 p.m. — Pizza Ranch — 20% of orders donated — Support veterans transitioning to civilian life while enjoying a meal.
Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
All day — Rocky Mountain College Rimview Dorms — $97 fee for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with expert coaching and high-energy drills.
Sara Evans Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — ZooMontana — Tickets from $68 — Enjoy an evening with country star Sara Evans at the beautiful ZooMontana.
406 Kid's Dash n' Pedal
4:00 p.m. — 1132 Shiloh Rd — Registration fee required — A super fun closed course event for kids ages 3-10 to enjoy active play.
The Browning Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — $22.65 — Catch The Browning and The Defect live in an electrifying journey through metal and electronic soundscapes.
Hope MacGregor Concert
7 p.m. — Craft Local — Ticketed — Experience a full band show with Hope MacGregor bringing her unique storytelling to the stage.
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