Good morning, Billings.

A crash on new Skyway Drive in Billings killed Abbigayle Sally Lue Crawford, who was 20 (pronounced dead at the scene by Yellowstone County Deputy Coroner Rich Hoffman).

Billings police identified the possible homicide victim as Wayland Lance Limpy Jr. (19) from Lame Deer after he was brought to Billings Clinic on Wednesday night; the Yellowstone County Coroner's Office said his cause of death remains under investigation.

Last Monday, Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte and the Department of Labor and Industry announced a new $4 million teacher apprenticeship program that will start in 2026—aimed at serving 40 school districts including 12 tribal communities.

Billings Public Schools is launching the Billings Teach program to help support staff earn teaching certification, with applications accepted until Aug 4 and the first cohort expected by next summer.

Today marks the third signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a law that united protections for people with disabilities by combining measures for physical access, education and job rights.

Montana set an early example in 1974 with the Montana Human Rights Bill, and Lauren Hunley of the Western Heritage Center said the state showed a strong commitment to inclusion.

State lawmakers approved over $20 million for a new behavioral health facility in Yellowstone County, but a site tour in Billings on July 24 raised concerns from local officials about the project’s location and long-term plans—some saying Big Timber might better attract top clinicians. Officials stressed that community input will be key as state and local leaders work to finalize the details.

Montana after-school programs will receive $6 million in federal funding after a three-week delay - organizations like the Boys and Girls Clubs in Yellowstone will use the funds to provide meals, homework help and daily activities to over 8,000 children statewide.

RiverStone Health confirmed a second measles case in a Yellowstone County child—who lives with the first case—and officials have contacted everyone who was reported to be exposed.

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.

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.

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.

INTERFACE Montana 2025

Conference — Full day — Northern Hotel — Free entry — Explore innovations in IT infrastructure while networking with industry leaders and experts.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Giovannie & The Hired Guns Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — $28.65 — Wildly genre-defying music from a rising star band and their special guests.

Mountain Grass Unit Performance

1-4 p.m. — The Pub Station — Ticketed event — Experience the vibrant sounds of Mountain Grass Unit blending bluegrass with eclectic genres in a lively performance.