Good Day
Billings
Saturday, August 31st, 2024
Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents of the Golden Meadows Mobile Home Park in Billings, Montana, experience a significant disruption due to water shutoff and subsequent boil advisory, highlighting ongoing water issues and management's response. KULR8
- ➤ The Benefit, an annual fundraiser by Family Service in Billings, aims to raise a significant portion of its yearly budget for rent assistance, utility support, food, and education services. KULR8
- ➤ Billings’ residents face unexpectedly high water bills due to a new billing system, increased rates, and a longer billing cycle, sparking widespread frustration despite the city's insistence on the bills' accuracy. KTVQ
- ➤ Car enthusiasts participated in the annual Burn The Point car parade in downtown Billings, which will be followed by a car show and swap meet. Billings Gazette
- ➤ The opening of the Skyway Drive bypass in Billings grants public access to previously inaccessible state trust land, now available for recreational use with a conservation license, benefiting Montana public schools. Billings Gazette
- ➤ Motivational speaker Nick Vujicic, born without arms and legs, will lead events for 'One Heart Warriors,' a faith-based nonprofit in Billings, focusing on Native American leadership. KTVQ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Joshua Allen Morgan was sentenced to nearly 24 years in federal prison for attempted sex trafficking of a minor and violations related to a previous child pornography case. Billings Gazette
- ➤ A Billings man, Loren Dean Raver, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for trafficking meth after law enforcement found over half a pound of meth and $4,000 at his residence. Billings Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A Billings high school marching band performed for the first time in 12 years at a local football game, reviving the program with students from across the area. KTVQ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Billings Gazette will not publish a print edition on Labor Day, offering carriers a holiday break; digital versions remain available. Billings Gazette
-
Hip Hop Cardio Class Fundraiser for Freckles & Tomcat Rescue
Experience an energetic 30-minute Hip Hop Cardio class while supporting the Freckles & Tomcat rescue to help improve the lives of animals in the Billings community.
-
Quitcherbitchen' Trail Run - A Community Trail Experience
Experience a thrilling trail run or walk on scenic courses at Phipps Park, designed for all skill levels.
-
Veterans Coffee Social - Connecting Veterans and Community
Experience a friendly gathering with veterans and community members, sharing resources and building connections at City Brew Coffee.
-
Free Community Movie Night: All Dogs Go to Heaven
Experience a heartwarming film that explores themes of loss and redemption, accompanied by mental health resources during National Suicide Prevention Week.
-
Business After Hours Networking at Black Hills Federal Credit Union
Experience a premier networking opportunity with drinks, appetizers, and local business discussions in a relaxed setting.
-
Red Shahan with Special Guest Zechariah Peabody
Experience an evening of heartfelt music with Red Shahan, a talented Texas troubadour, accompanied by special guest Zechariah Peabody at The Pub Station.
-
Shine Sweet Moon Concert
Experience a vibrant night of live music featuring Shine Sweet Moon at the Powder Horn Lounge & Casino in Billings.
-
Musical Instrument Petting Zoo at Billings Public Library
Experience the joy of music at a fun, interactive instrument petting zoo for children and families, featuring a special musical presentation of 'Three Billy Goats Gruff'.
-
Wicked Wing Fling Celebration
Experience a mouthwatering festival showcasing the best chicken wings in Billings alongside music and specialty cocktails.
-
Veterans Coffee Social at City Brew Coffee
Experience a welcoming gathering for veterans and community members to connect and find resources over coffee.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Reading is faster than listening. Doing is faster than watching.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Good Day Billings
Good Day Billings is a community newsletter sharing current events in Billings, Montana. Our mission is to make local news more accessible, highlight extraordinary people across the Billings community, and support local organizations. If you like Good Day Billings, you can support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Billings.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Billings and across Montana. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to make local news more accessible and highlight extraordinary people across the Billings community.
We help people in Billings save time finding the news that matters most to them: local news in Billings, about Billings, curated especially for you on a daily basis—all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Billings
A free Billings community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most critical news for the community every day.
- No spam
- Daily emails, only news! We never sell your data.
© Good Day Billings. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddaybillings.com/sitemap