Good Day
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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kadin Hawkeye Lewis, 23, faces federal charges for planning a mass killing at Chico Hot Springs — court documents say his journal entries and wall writings featuring racially charged language and school shooter admiration serve as evidence as his federal trial in Billings begins Aug. 18. KTVQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MSU Billings City College instructors are hosting a drone camp for middle and high school students through July 25; students will build drones from scratch and fly them later this week—gaining hands-on skills that prepare them for future work. KTVQ
- ➤ Billings parents at Monday’s meeting at the Lincoln Center told the school board to follow safety audit recommendations before adding an armed school marshal — they cited research that linked more guns with higher risks and said extra guns could worsen student anxiety — and stressed the need for safer alternatives. More than a dozen community members shared their views without backing the proposal. Billings Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Department of Revenue is merging the alcohol division and marijuana division into one group to improve service and prepare for products like THC infused drinks—Director Brendan Beatty said no jobs will be cut immediately though some positions may be left unfilled over time. Lawmakers and industry representatives shared concerns about the changes while some expect the new structure to bring greater efficiency. KTVQ
- ➤ Billings Public Works urges residents to dispose of flushable wipes in the trash — because flushing them clogs sewer lines and causes costly repairs — to protect the city’s infrastructure. KULR8
- ➤ Billings City Council met with representatives from the three urban renewal districts after a new state law passed—choosing to keep the current management system instead of forming a formal partnership. The council will move forward with the existing setup to oversee renewal efforts. Billings Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
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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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INTERFACE Montana 2025
Conference — Full day — Northern Hotel — Free entry — Explore innovations in IT infrastructure while networking with industry leaders and experts.
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Black Stone Cherry Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Ticket info varies — Experience the triumphant return of Black Stone Cherry with their latest album and powerful rock performance.
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Great Falls Voyagers vs. Billings Mustangs
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Dehler Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup between the Voyagers and the Mustangs.
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Scotty McCreery Live Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Alberta Bair Theater — Tickets from $57 — Experience the rich baritone of country music sensation Scotty McCreery as he performs hits from his latest album.
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Great Falls Voyagers vs. Billings Mustangs
1:05 – 2:35 PM — Dehler Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling matchup between local baseball teams in the heart of Billings.
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