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Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ United Way of Yellowstone County is running a school supply campaign to help Billings families pay for back-to-school items; donation sites are available at its headquarters on Overland and Mattress King stores through Aug. 13. The effort follows last year’s drive that supported over 700 families—this year supplies like notebooks, markers and hygiene items are needed with a community drop-off day on Aug. 13 and supply distribution set for Aug. 19 and 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. KTVQ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Billings homeowner discovered a fire and knocked on a fire station door as firefighters opened bay doors to a wall of flames—Deputy Fire Marshall Becky Biggins said. Billings Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former Billings boxer Anthony Ray Sullivan, 40, pleaded not guilty on Monday to charges of deliberate homicide and evidence tampering after he was accused of beating his girlfriend to death on July 4 in the Copper Ridge subdivision — Judge Carter set a $500,000 bond with GPS monitoring and banned him from contacting her family. KTVQ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gasbuddy.com reported that on July 14 Montana’s average gas price was $3.27 per gallon, a 1¢ increase from last week+ it is 6.3¢ higher than last month but 26.3¢ lower than last year. KTVQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Ron Sexton, who led MSU Billings for more than 30 years, died this past weekend at age 87 in Billings. He helped grow local colleges and build new programs—his private family service will be held soon. Billings Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday night, Billings City Council approved over $1.3 million in TIF funds for two downtown projects aimed at boosting housing and pedestrian safety. The larger project will renovate the long-vacant Masonic Temple (with a planned $7.9 million investment for retail, office, and 10 residential units) while the smaller project will add four new flashing crossing beacons on Montana Avenue (with $20,000 allocated) to improve pedestrian safety. KTVQ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local healthcare partners in Yellowstone County are urging residents to complete an anonymous online survey to pinpoint key health concerns and service gaps. The results will help shape future county health programs & resource planning. KULR8
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Clint and Suri Lunde listed the iconic DanWalt Gardens for sale at $2.1M; the property includes event space, three acres (three homes and botanical gardens) and offers income from rentals and events. Billings-based real estate agent Andrew Miller said the Lundes, who have owned the site since 2017, are retiring and seek a buyer to continue the legacy started by Dan and Walt. KTVQ
SPORTS NEWS
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Prairie Matinee Performance
2-4 p.m. — NOVA Center For The Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a new, original-story musical presented by local theatre-makers.
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Hinder: Back To Life Tour 2025
8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Tickets required — Rock out to Hinder along with special guests Austin Meade and Kelsey Hickman.
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Great Falls Voyagers vs. Billings Mustangs
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Dehler Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement as the Voyagers take on the Mustangs in an evening of Minor League Baseball action.
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