Good Day
Billings
Thursday, November 27th, 2025
Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Billings Kiwanis Club is teaming with Billings high schools to create a record-setting book tree at the Festival of Trees, aiming to surpass $8,000 in auction sales while gathering new and gently used children’s books from community drop-off bins set up at each school. Donations are due Dec. 3, and the festival begins on Dec. 4 — proceeds will benefit a local organization working to prevent child abuse and neglect. KTVQ
- ➤ Billings businesses helped the Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter after an incinerator incident forced the shelter to leave its building in September—Newman Restoration and Cleaning donated money and cleaning services while Blind Cat Chocolate will give part of its November and December sales, and the shelter now offers animal care at Lionheart and medical care at its Learning Center as it raises funds through the Paws and Rebuild campaign to build a new facility. KULR8
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today, a new covered parking and shuttle service has opened at the Stillwater parking garage in downtown Billings to help travelers avoid parking challenges and weather damage during the busy holiday season. Manager Whitney Huleatt said drivers will enjoy a seven-minute shuttle ride to Billings Logan International Airport with clear pricing and added security features. KTVQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Billings are frustrated by water bill increases after a new billing software caused unexplained charges in summer 2024 — Ed Johnston and Gary Zacc collected over 50 bills to highlight the problem. Although a city audit found no systematic errors, officials plan to add late fees in December and may shut off water in January if bills remain unpaid — causing continued concern in the community. KULR8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Billings resident Teresa Liter was diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer last year when she visited Lockwood Clinic for kidney pain and credits her provider for quickly arranging tests and treatment—she is now finishing her treatment sessions and advises everyone to have routine exams to catch health issues early. KULR8
- ➤ Thanksgiving meals can be risky for Montana residents with diabetes—over 77,000 adults have the condition and about 5,300 new cases are reported each year, according to the American Diabetes Association. KULR8
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ RiverStone Health will purchase and demolish the troubled Colonial Apartments for $500K by the end of December to rebuild a community resource facility, and the city with local nonprofits is coordinating tenant relocation while legal proceedings continue — eviction notices are being served. KTVQ
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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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Billings Symphony Presents The Nutcracker
2:00–3:30 p.m. — Alberta Bair Theater — Cost TBD — Experience the Christmas magic of the beloved ballet, The Nutcracker, with its enchanting tales and performances.
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Tanner Laws Live
8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — $22.65 — Experience authentic country music with Tanner Laws and their incredible storytelling melodies.
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Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole a Song
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Alberta Bair Theater — $67.00, $52.00; $52.00 Student + non-refundable fees — Enjoy a hilarious satirical roast of over 30 Broadway hits with outrageous costumes and madcap impressions from a talented cast.
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Rockin’ for Rimrock Benefit Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Pub Station — $59.15 — Enjoy a night of live music and community support for recovery and hope.
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Mark O'Connor Christmas Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Alberta Bair Theater — $42.00, $32.00; $17.00 Student — Enjoy a festive evening of holiday classics and original compositions by the acclaimed fiddler Mark O'Connor and his ensemble.
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Yule-Aissance
Yule-Aissance is a two-day holiday Renaissance festival where knights, pirates, fae, and festive folk gather for shopping, entertainment, and seasonal delights. From Krampus and Father Christmas to dancing, classes, and costumes, it’s a magical winter experience for the whole family
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SCB's Nutcracker Ballet Performances
9:00 – 11:30 PM — 1500 N 30th St, Billings, MT — Tickets available at the studio or online — Experience a brand new local ballet featuring all new choreography and local talent.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Adele
6:30 p.m. — Billings Depot — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Adele's music under candlelight with a string quartet.
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