Monday, August 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Shepard Volunteer Fire Department reported the Cabin Creek fire at 5:22 p.m. today in an area that had seen earlier fires—county officials dispatched brush trucks, water tenders and two aircraft at 6:32 p.m. to assist. KULR8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Billings Public Schools is training teachers to use artificial intelligence—tools like School AI, Magic School AI, Brisk Teaching and Diffit—to plan lessons and monitor student progress, aiming to ease teacher burnout. Instructional technology coach Sarah Rainey said the new methods will help educators meet the diverse needs of students. KTVQ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters in Bighorn Canyon NRA reported that the Dryhead Fire remains at about 214 acres with 50% containment and minimal growth—boating in Dryhead Canyon is closed while crews patrol and build containment lines today, with smoke expected in low areas this evening. The team will scout the fire below the canyon rim from the water as heat persists in steep, inaccessible terrain. KULR8
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tommy Mellott from Butte and Billings’ Junior Bergen met on the field in an NFL preseason game at Allegiant Stadium on August 16th as both players fought for roster spots; Bergen led the 49ers' special teams with 63 yards on three kickoff returns and Mellott made his first explosive play by returning a kickoff 42 yards—helping the 49ers win 19-16. KTVQ
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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.
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Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
12-2 p.m. — Billings Public Library — Free entry — Embark on a fantasy adventure battling monsters and solving mysteries.
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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.
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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.
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Ogden Raptors vs. Billings Mustangs
12:35-8:05 p.m. — Dehler Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling matchup between the Ogden Raptors and Billings Mustangs at Dehler Park.
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Ogden Raptors vs. Billings Mustangs
12:35-8:05 p.m. — Dehler Park — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy an exciting day of baseball in the heart of Billings.
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Logan Ryan Band Live
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Pub Station — Ticket details available — Experience the raw storytelling of Red Dirt Country and Americana by Logan Ryan Band.
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