Thursday, December 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rocky Vista University medical students distributed toys and gifts to pediatric patients in Billings to spread holiday cheer. KULR8
- ➤ Since 2010, the Josephine Crossing neighborhood in Billings, Montana, has transformed annually into a Whoville-themed holiday village, celebrated for its community spirit and creative decorations. KULR8
- ➤ Family Service of Billings provided over 60,000 pounds of food to more than 1,200 households during their annual holiday food box distribution event with help from HomeFront and the Magic City community. KULR8
- ➤ In Billings, the waitlist for affordable housing through HomeFront has reached a 30-year peak, with over 8,000 individuals in need, highlighting increasing housing insecurity. KTVQ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Marshals are requesting public assistance to locate Godfrey Joseph Brokenrope, a suspect in a double homicide case in Montana. KULR8
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A group in Billings has been playing traditional Irish music in local bars for nearly 20 years, creating a slice of Ireland in Montana. KTVQ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two deer in south-central Montana have tested positive for chronic wasting disease, marking the first cases in their respective districts. KTVQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A pregnant woman from Sheridan alleges a wrongful DUI arrest by the Montana Highway Patrol due to her severe dyslexia and medical condition, resulting in financial and emotional strain. KTVQ
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Fusion Fight League: Kick Off 2025 in Billings
Experience an electrifying fight night in Billings with the Fusion Fight League, featuring VIP seating options and cocktail service.
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Free Topz Lunch for Billings Firefighters, Police Officers, Highway Patrol members, and Sheriff's Office Personnel
Scott Aspenlieder and the team at Performance Engineering are proud to announce the 2nd annual Red, Bite & Blue event (formerly known as Copz @ TopZ). On Friday, December 20th, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Performance Engineering will buy lunch from any TopZ location for Billings firefighters, police officers, highway patrol members, and sheriff's office personnel as a token of appreciation for their service.
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