Good morning, Billings.

Today, Billings hosts two events; the Classic Car Auction at MetraPark Expo Center begins at 11 a.m. with check-in conducted Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and the Strawberry Festival opens downtown at 9 a.m. On Sunday, July 13, families will attend the Kid’s Dash n’ Pedal at Shiloh Conservation Area starting at 10 a.m.—helmets are required and race packets are available from 9:30 a.m.

Billings fire crews responded quickly to a fire at 811 N.

23rd St.—directly across from Fire Station #1—that was reported at about 4:30 a.m. Friday, with residents evacuating safely and no injuries reported while investigators check the likely spark from improperly disposed smoking material.

At the July 4 Northern Cheyenne Chief’s Powwow, about 60 dancers performed the third annual Red Hand Special dance to honor lost relatives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People — local nonprofit Pretty Eagle Woman Resources hosted the event as family members held signs with names and photos of their loved ones.

NorthWestern Energy has temporarily lowered rates for customers as it enters a regulatory review by the Montana Public Service Commission to assess if energy costs reflect delivery expenses; customers may receive refunds with interest if final approved rates are lower than the temporary ones.

Billings students in grades 7 through 12 joined Code Girls United’s first cybersecurity camp at MSU Billings this week to learn coding, cybersecurity and ethical hacking to help protect their community.

The camp, called Cybercat Hacking Academy, featured hands-on exercises such as programming cat-themed devices and an escape room challenge + aims to inspire more local students to pursue STEM careers.

Downtown Billings is undergoing a two-way street restoration project today as chip sealing begins and on-street parking closes for the week; the City offers free hourly parking at Park 1 garage on 3rd Avenue North & available on Levels 1, 2, 4 & 5.

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.

Happy Hour at Last Chance Pub & Cider Mill

5-8 p.m. — Last Chance | Pub & Cider Mill — Free entry — Enjoy live music and fun with friends at this local happy hour event!

Billings Fun Con

10 a.m.–5 p.m. — MetraPark - First Interstate Arena — Check event page for pricing — A vibrant community celebration for fans of comics, cosplay, and gaming with food trucks and more.

Rattlesnake and Porcupine Avoidance Clinic

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — DD Kennels — $85 for each avoidance training — Expert-led training to keep your dog safe from rattlesnakes and porcupines.

National ADTSEA Conference

9 a.m.-6 p.m. — Billings Hotel and Convention Center — Check Official Website — Engage with leaders in traffic safety and driver education at this important annual gathering.

Tanner Usrey Live Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Tickets available — Experience Tanner Usrey's captivating blend of country, rock, and Americana storytelling.

Prairie Original Musical Performance

7:30-9:30 p.m. — NOVA Center For The Performing Arts — Tickets available — Witness the world premiere of a new, original story musical by local theatre-makers.

Prairie Musical Performance

7:30-9:30 p.m. — NOVA Center For The Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Experience a new, original musical by local theatre-makers in a community premiere.