Good Day
Billings
Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montana cities hold vigils to honor homeless individuals who died in 2024, highlighting the struggle of homelessness amid winter. KULR8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A hotel worker at the Rodeway Inn in Billings was unharmed after two robbers, armed and captured on camera, stole the cash register early last Friday morning. KTVQ
- ➤ Jacob Charles Berger admitted to stealing a shotgun, body armor, and medical supplies from police vehicles, faces up to 10 years in prison. Billings Gazette
- ➤ A Hardin man pleaded guilty to federal charges for soliciting sexual favors from a minor in exchange for alcohol and faces up to five years in prison. Billings Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A children's book encourages Montana parents to have open discussions with their children about school shooting safety and being prepared for emergencies. KULR8
- ➤ Billings Public Schools' budget committee proposes a more frequent bond/levy schedule starting spring 2025 to address educational funding and equity, sparking debate among trustees. Billings Gazette
- ➤ Middle school students attended a career fair at MetraPark with first responders, military, and law enforcement agencies to explore future career opportunities. Billings Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The audit of Billings city water bills, conducted by SL Circo, is expected to conclude by January 31, addressing concerns over unexplained high charges following a billing software update. KTVQ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Courey Spire, a 31-year-old woman from Colstrip, is making significant progress in a Billings rehab hospital after surviving a severe car crash that left her with multiple injuries. KTVQ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Montana State will host South Dakota in the FCS semifinals after the Coyotes secured a semifinal berth by beating UC Davis. KTVQ
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Home for the Holidays: A Performance by the Billings Symphony Youth Orchestra
The event features the Billings Symphony Youth Orchestra and includes a performance of 'Home for the Holidays' conducted by Kalena Bovell at the Alberta Bair Theater.
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Disposable Heroes (Metallica Tribute) with OGT 92 (Tool Tribute)
This event features Disposable Heroes, a Metallica tribute band making their debut in Billings, alongside OGT 92, a tribute to Tool, at The Pub Station.
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Wretches and Kings: Linkin Park Tribute with Ugly In The Morning
Montana's premier Linkin Park tribute band, Wretches and Kings, will perform alongside Faith No More tribute band Ugly In The Morning at The Pub Station.
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Exploring the Fish of the Yellowstone River with Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks
Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks will discuss the native fish species in the Yellowstone River and the importance of diverse habitats in this informative event.
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Community Air Service Breakfast Event
The Community Air Service Breakfast will provide updates and insights from the Billings Air Service Committee regarding local air service developments.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.
~ Louisa May Alcott
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