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Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Billings bar owner Rachel Dehler is starting a fund to help the families of Anaconda shooting victims and is urging bars across the nation to donate part or all of their sales on August 16—her bar’s proceeds will go to the Owl Bar operator, who will support the victims’ families. The move is meant to show unity in the bar industry as it comes together in response to the tragedy. KTVQ
- ➤ Whitney Scott took the initiative to bring back the Big Brothers Big Sisters program after its December closure due to funding issues—she has mentored youth like eight-year-old Araya "Ray" Passons for years. The Big Sky Country division now runs community-based pairs in Billings and nearby areas and is calling on local support to help fund the program. KTVQ
- ➤ Hundreds of students received new backpacks & school supplies Saturday morning as ten Verizon-Cellular Plus stores in the greater-Billings area hosted their annual back-to-school giveaway. The supplies, including pencils, crayons and notebooks, were provided by Verizon-Cellular Plus and community donations. KTVQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana PBS is facing a big funding cut today as it loses $1.8 million after the Corporation for Public Broadcasting shut down — the station has launched the Bridge the Gap fundraiser to match donations up to $900,000 while it plans to expand free public television into rural areas. KULR8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Billings West tight end Matt Ludwig, known as Moose, committed on May 20 to play college football at the University of Michigan starting in 2026. He dedicated his decision to his late younger brother Nick, who died in February 2023, and said this loss drives him to win a state championship during his final high school season. KTVQ
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Rodeo Billings
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Montana Fair — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling rodeo action at the PRCA Pro Rodeo High School Showcase.
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Outdoor Country Dance Party
6-8 p.m. — Meadowlark Brewing — Free entry — Dance the evening away with line dancing and a fun country atmosphere on the patio.
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Race for the Minds
8 AM – 12 PM — Medicine Crow Middle School — Supportive run — A fun run aimed at raising awareness and supporting those affected by Dementia and Alzheimer's.
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