Good Day
Billings
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dave Kimball, a former Air Force pilot who returned to Billings, was honored with an Eco-Justic award by Presbyterians for Earth Care for his work organizing the community garden at St. Andrews Presbyterian Community Garden. The garden, which he helped start 23 years ago, now has over 100 plots—half available to the public and half used to donate produce to local organizations. KTVQ
- ➤ Billings' Man Shop on Grand Avenue gave free back-to-school haircuts Monday to help parents save money for school supplies—families found relief as students prepared for class. Barber Roni Mounteer said the service eases hardship—many parents took advantage of the offer. KTVQ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 12-year-old girl died on August 22 when a Jeep driven by a 42-year-old man veered off the right side of I-90 in Yellowstone County—another passenger was injured after the vehicle flipped, Montana Highway Patrol said. KULR8
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Brady Schug is a 21-year-old student and newlywed who runs the Wonderful Wiener hot dog cart in Billings. He grew up at summer camp (Clydehurst Christian Ranch) and will expand his seasonal business as long as the weather permits while he studies at MSUB. Billings Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Billings School District 2 board voted 8-1 on Monday to raise the stadium project budget to $14.9 million—an extra $2.4 million needed to fix a 21-inch field slope. The district has secured about 70 percent of the funds so far and now plans to fundraise roughly $8 million while campaign manager Chase Rose expects the new Daylis Stadium to open next fall. KTVQ
- ➤ The Montana Department of Administration is planning to centralize state agencies’ procurement, human resources, and information technology under its management. Department director Misty Ann Giles said meetings with agencies have shown positive responses—procurement changes will start this fall while HR shifts occur early next year and IT updates will take longer. KTVQ
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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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Line Dance Night at The High Horse
8:15 PM – 12:15 AM — The High Horse Saloon & Eatery — Cover charge varies — Enjoy country dance lessons followed by energetic dancing to both classic and modern country tunes.
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Country Dance Lesson & Dancing Night
8:15 p.m. — The High Horse Saloon & Eatery — $10 cover — Kick up your boots for a night of country dancing with lessons and music from various country genres.
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Kids Trail Trek
3:30-4:30 p.m. — 6790 Molt Rd, Billings, MT — Free entry — Enjoy a fun and active trail adventure designed especially for kids in the local community.
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Jeff Crosby Live
8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — $22.65 — Experience Americana music with Jeff Crosby as he shares his unique perspective and songs from his latest album.
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Southall Concert Featuring The Ransom Brothers
7-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — GA and VIP options available — Experience a fusion of country, rock, and Red Dirt vibes with Southall and special guests.
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Country Dance Lesson & Dancing Night
8:15 PM - 12:15 AM — The High Horse Saloon & Eatery — Admission cost may vary — Enjoy a lively night of country dancing after an engaging lesson with requests taken all night long.
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Colby Acuff Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Tickets available — Experience a night of storytelling through Colby Acuff's powerful country music.
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Chris Cagle Live Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of country music star Chris Cagle in an intimate setting.
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