Good morning, Billings.

Partners for Parks Foundation will host a Parks Champion Awards Luncheon on October 29th — honoring Landon’s Legacy and Bill & Anne Cole for their park support.

Proceeds will fund a website upgrade and park grants amid an $800,000 shortfall, and no City Council decisions will be made if a quorum is met — keeping the event strictly focused on the awards.

Billings Urban Indian Health and Wellness Center will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Eagle Seeker Clinic with a Community Feed by Mama Joan’s on November 7th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 1125 Broadwater Avenue (no City Council decisions will be made if a quorum is present).

Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter completed 181 adoptions at Lionheart Cannabis after deciding not to return to its old building on Monad Road— it will keep operating there until it finds a new home.

Thirteen members of the Billings Caledonian Pipes and Drums reached their lifelong dream by traveling to Scotland, where they performed at Gordon Castle and attended a two-day workshop at the National Piping Center.

They returned on October 15 and now practice every Wednesday at West High School—continuing a tradition that spans over 60 years.

Tomorrow, Montana leaders in business, energy and politics will meet in Billings from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. to discuss rising electricity costs and ways to keep the state attractive for investment.

An invite-only event called Behind the Build will be held at Weave Industries on November 5th — offering local member investors a guided tour of business operations.

Billings teacher Mandy Bacon from Broadwater Elementary was honored with NonStop Local's Gold Star Award today for her dedication to teaching.

She expressed her passion for educating her fourth grade students during the ceremony.

Billings Public Schools reassigned a teacher after a comment about Charlie Kirk's death drew online ire from conservatives+ union members have pushed back over the decision.

The district said the reassignment moves the teacher to a different role amid the controversy.

Due to the federal shutdown, the USDA has halted SNAP benefits for November—leaving vulnerable families in Billings uncertain about how they will secure food, and local nonprofits plan a food drive to support those at risk.

State Senators John Esp and Tom McGilvray say Billings is the top site for a future state forensic mental health facility and backed their claim with a seven‐page memo to local leaders.

Billings city council supports the idea but has many questions and is not ready to apply—official details are expected next week—until further information is received.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Montana will support the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on October 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—a measure designed to reduce the risk of prescription misuse across Montana, with many law enforcement agencies hosting collection points.

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.

Memory Cafe for Adults with Memory Loss

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Billings Public Library — Free entry — A supportive gathering for adults facing memory loss and their caregivers to connect and engage in activities.

Black Jacket Symphony Presents AC/DC's Back in Black

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Alberta Bair Theater — $27.00 to $37.00 — Experience a note-for-note live recreation of AC/DC’s legendary album Back in Black.

Frontier Conference XC Championships

12 PM — Amend Park — Free entry — Cheer on the best in cross-country as they race for conference glory.

The Brothers Comatose with Goodnight, Texas

8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Ticketed event — Experience the vibrant sound of The Brothers Comatose blending string band traditions with rock energy in an engaging live show.

Kevin Gates Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — MetraPark - First Interstate Arena — Tickets available — Experience the raw lyricism and storytelling of chart-topping rap artist Kevin Gates.

Kenny Feidler Live

8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Tickets Required — Experience the gritty western rock sound of Kenny Feidler with special guest Kellen Smith.