Good morning, Billings.

Twenty unionized warehouse and truck drivers at Boise Cascade in Billings went on strike Tuesday evening— they are protesting for higher wages and better healthcare benefits and said they will keep striking until a new contract is agreed upon.

China Rose Dawn Davis, convicted in connection to a 2019 drug-related homicide in Yellowstone County, died on July 21 following a medical call at Montana Women’s Prison — she was later pronounced dead at Intermountain Health in Billings.

Officials have not released further details as the investigation continues.

Montana Fair organizers warned Billings vendors about a scam using fake email addresses to pose as fair representatives inviting commercial or food vendor applications — they urge people to be cautious and report any suspicious messages.

EPA is seeking public comment on a $34 million plan to reduce toxic vapors in Billings—affecting 2,700 homes, 1,500 businesses, and the most impacted Remedy Area A.

The plan may soon require installation of vapor mitigation systems and new local rules, with a meeting at the Billings Public Library on Aug 27 at 5:30 p.m. and comments accepted through Sept 26—aiming to cut decades-old pollution from dry cleaners.

Downtown Billings began converting one-way streets to two-way routes on July 30 as part of a long-planned project to boost the area's activity.

Yellowstone County Commissioners appointed Chris White to replace John Ostlund after his fatal plane crash last month, and residents surveyed damage from Monday night's severe hailstorm that dented cars and harmed property.

The Montana Department of Health and Human Services announced this week that four mosquito pools in Lewis and Clark and Cascade counties tested positive for West Nile virus and three horses were infected.

Health officials warn the risk will remain high through October and advise residents to use insect repellent and drain standing water—key steps to reduce bites.

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.

Lukas Nelson Live

7-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — $40.65 to $72.15 — Experience the captivating music of Lukas Nelson along with special guest Payton Howie.

Tyler Halverson Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — $22.65 — Enjoy an electrifying performance from cowboy musician Tyler Halverson showcasing his unique Amerijuana Music.

The Wilder Blue Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Tickets available — Experience the transcendent sounds of The Wilder Blue with special guest Taylor Hunnicutt.

Glacier Range Riders Baseball Game

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Dehler Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of baseball featuring the Glacier Range Riders against the Billings Mustangs.

Glacier Range Riders vs. Billings Mustangs

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Dehler Park — Tickets required — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup between the Glacier Range Riders and Billings Mustangs.