Good morning, Billings.

Animal shelters in Yellowstone Valley urgently need foster homes for cats—especially black cats—for relief during kitten season, and staff at Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter say fostering offers vital space to care for more animals.

Billings woman Julia Renee Arvizo was sentenced to 10 years for dealing meth—she supplied over a pound of the drug in just two purchases in Billings.

MontanaFair began Friday, Aug.

8 and runs until Aug. 16 with concerts by Flo Rida, Gabriel Iglesias and Russell Wilkinson and PRCA Pro Rodeo scheduled from Aug. 14 to Aug. 16. ZooMontana hosts Movies Under the Stars today from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. with a screening of DOGMA while Wine and Song Sundays feature John Adams at Yellowstone Cellars on Aug. 10 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Montana set a new record last month with nearly 7,000 new business registrations and almost 45,000 for 2025, showing strong growth despite higher costs.

In Billings, nearly 500 new businesses have opened and Galaxy of Games, a board and trading card store that opened on Aug 1st, quickly doubled its sales — fueling optimism among local entrepreneurs.

Nearly 300 youth from first grade to high school seniors are participating in the free basketball camp at Camp Eagle Seeker in Billings—sponsored by Mayor Bill Cole, the YMCA, and the Native American Development Corporation—which runs for three and a half weeks and plans to expand its reach.

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.

Rodeo Billings

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Montana Fair — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling rodeo action at the PRCA Pro Rodeo High School Showcase.

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.

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.

Comedy Night with Colum Tyrrell

8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — $22.65 — Enjoy a night of laughter with rising star comedian Colum Tyrrell in an intimate setting.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

12-2 p.m. — Billings Public Library — Free entry — Embark on a fantasy adventure battling monsters and solving mysteries.

Billings Night of Worship 2025

4:30-8:30 p.m. — Pioneer Park — Free entry — A city-wide worship event featuring local leaders and a Ministry Fair showcasing local non-profits.

49 Winchester Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — $33.65 to $59.15 — Enjoy a night of alt-country music with 49 Winchester and special guest Marfa.