Good morning, Billings.

Some Montana ranchers are using smartphone apps to control virtual fences for their cattle—letting them draw boundaries and send audio cues from collars.

The system offered by Halter as a subscription saves time and fertilizer costs and allows more efficient grazing.

Mana Lesman, an 83-year-old artist in Billings who teaches art classes, paints large murals that share meaningful messages—she completed an 8-by-32-foot mural of a blacksmith shop in 86 days this summer—and she leads a senior dance group with several shows planned.

Alberta Bair Theater is hosting student matinee shows today at 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.—school buses and young theater fans from Billings, eastern Montana and northern Wyoming are expected to increase downtown traffic, so drivers should use extra caution when crossing busy streets.

Gas prices in Montana dropped 4.9¢ in the week ending Monday, Oct.

13 to an average of $3.07 per gallon—14.2¢ lower than a month ago and 11.3¢ lower than last year. The national average also fell by 6.4¢ to $3.02 per gallon.

MLCT 94th Annual Conference

8 AM – 1 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Billings — Check for registration fees — Engage with local leaders and enhance your community knowledge.

Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons

12:30-1:45 p.m. — Billings Depot — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in a unique candlelight concert setting.

The Great Masked Pumpkin Race

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Riverfront Park — Race day registrations available — Dress up and run or walk for your pumpkin in this fun community race.

Kameron Marlowe Live with Dalton Davis

7-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Tickets required — Experience the thrilling voice of Kameron Marlowe alongside special guest Dalton Davis in a high-energy concert.

St. Olaf Orchestra Performance

7-9 p.m. — Billings West High School — Free entry — Experience the rich artistry and spirited performances of one of the finest collegiate orchestras in the country.

Montana Outdoor Recreation Summit Film Festival

7-11 p.m. — The Pub Station — $15 — Celebrate the outdoors with inspiring films and connect with fellow recreation enthusiasts at this engaging festival.

Country Dance Lesson & Country Dancing

8:15 p.m. — The High Horse Saloon & Eatery — Check website for entry — Boot scoot and boogie with a mix of old and new country music!

Archers: Temporary High Tour Part 2

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Tickets vary — Experience soaring melodies and crushing heaviness with Archers and special guests at a high-octane live performance.

Big Sky EMS Education Symposium

9 a.m.-6 p.m. — Billings Hotel and Convention Center — Check official website for fees — Engage with emergency service professionals and enhance your skills through workshops and presentations.

She's Green & Starling Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Ticket info available — Experience a dreamy musical journey with she's green and special guests.