Good Day
Billings
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nine-month-old Olive Joy Smith from Billings is a quarter finalist in the Baby of the Year contest, which raises funds for Baby2Baby—a nonprofit that gives families diapers and basic baby items. Her mother said the contest has been a roller coaster while local groups note that more Billings families are needing diaper help as prices rise. KTVQ
- ➤ Crews assessed the total loss of the Feedlot Steakhouse in Shepherd after a Monday evening fire caused major damage—firefighters from Shepherd, Worden, and Lockwood responded as officials began investigating the cause. In Billings, local food banks experienced longer lines and high food donations amid SNAP delays from a 35-day shutdown—treatment centers are working to help those affected by Montana’s high risk of addiction. KTVQ
- ➤ The City of Billings Public Works will host a celebration on November 12 at 11:00 a.m. at the dead end of 21st St W in Rose Park to mark the opening of a 1,423-foot trail linking 19th to 21st St W (funded by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks and matched by Billings TrailNet) that will feature a speed walking race and warm, festive beverages (attendees should bring walking shoes, bikes, or strollers). KULR8
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Neighbors were saddened when a fire destroyed Feedlot Steakhouse in Shepherd Monday night while it was closed for renovations — response vehicles and drones were on scene investigating the cause and no injuries were reported. KTVQ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Montana's largest crane arrived in Billings after 27 semi trucks hauled its pieces from Minnesota and Washington—its assembly took eight days. The massive machine will work at the current St. Vincent Regional Hospital campus near North 27th Street as the new $1 billion hospital project builds over the next year and a half. KTVQ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ ZooMontana welcomes Poblano, a 3-year-old black-footed ferret from Colorado who will now spend his retirement at the zoo. The facility thanked Cushing Terrell for sponsoring his home — a move that lets local visitors learn about his conservation story. KULR8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ RiverStone Health donated an AED to Lockwood Little League to give players, families and fans quick access to lifesaving help at the ballpark. The donation boosts safety and lets team organizers respond fast in emergencies. Billings Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Billings natives Eliza Bentler and Ashlyn Dvorak grew up playing soccer together and now shine as key teammates with the Montana Grizzlies while finishing their final season. Their long friendship (which began with shared thrill rides at MontanaFair) has helped them secure three Big Sky Conference championships. KTVQ
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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.
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Frontier Conference XC Championships
12 PM — Amend Park — Free entry — Cheer on the best in cross-country as they race for conference glory.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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NOT.GREENDAY - A Tribute to Green Day
8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Check for ticket prices — Celebrate the hits of Green Day with a high-energy tribute performance and special guest.
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Disposable Heroes - A Tribute to Metallica
8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — $28.65 to $49.15 — Experience the electrifying sounds of Metallica through Disposable Heroes and special guests.
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Friends In Low Places - Garth Brooks Tribute
8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Check ticket availability — Experience a lively tribute to 90's country with an energetic performance by a ten-piece band and special guest vocalists.
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40th Annual Holiday Parade
6:30-8 p.m. — Skypoint — Free entry — Celebrate the festive season with the rockin' theme at this beloved local parade.
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Repeat Offenders: Butterball 6 Concert
8 p.m. – 12 a.m. — The Pub Station — Ticket info available — Dance through the decades with eclectic hits and a lively atmosphere at this time-traveling concert.
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