Good morning, Billings.

Santa made a special visit to the NICU at Saint Vincent Hospital — a nearly 30-year tradition that brings comfort to families celebrating their baby's first Christmas — offering a moment of joy amidst challenging times.

Santa flew into Billings on Dec.

18 by plane+ giving his reindeer the night off, and he read Christmas stories to local children at Logan International Airport ahead of the holiday run.

Yellowstone County property owners could face a tax increase on second-half bills due next May because last-minute state tax relief bills created timing problems; county commissioners approved a resolution on Tuesday (urging the Department of Revenue to recertify property values) to help cover a shortfall for local schools.

Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter signed a six‐month contract with the City on Dec.

10 after a methamphetamine smoke mishap at its on‐site crematorium led to evacuations and hospitalizations. The shelter is operating from a temporary space while it searches for a permanent home for local animals.

Brawl of the Wild: The Rematch, a 60-minute TV special from Scripps Sports, will air at 6 p.m. Friday on CBS affiliates, including KTVQ in Billings, to break down the playoff matchup between Montana and Montana State as both teams chase a trip to Nashville.

A Christmas Carol Performance

7:30 p.m. — Alberta Bair Theater — $20.00-$77.00 — Experience a festive musical adaptation of Dickens’ classic with an audience singalong of beloved carols.

Parker Brown and The Bleeding Hearts Concert

6:30-10 p.m. — The Pub Station — $19.15 — Experience a night of versatile musical talent with Parker Brown and special guest Jennaka Beartusk.

Wretches And Kings

7-8:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — $28.65 to $49.15 — Enjoy live performances from Montana’s top tribute bands, Wretches and Kings and Hang Em High.

Riley Haynie Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Ages 21+ — Experience the soulful Americana sounds of Riley Haynie with special guests No Cigar and Gallatin Ghost Train.

Midnight Over Montana - A New Year's Eve Celebration

7 PM - 1 AM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Billings — Ticket price includes buffet and champagne toast — Celebrate New Year's Eve with breathtaking views, live music, and a globally inspired menu.

Tom Catmull Live Performance

7:30 p.m. — Craft Local — $12 — Enjoy an evening of live music with Tom Catmull and Lee Calvin in Billings.

Nate Bargatze: Stand-Up Comedy Show

7-8 p.m. — MetraPark - First Interstate Arena — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs from a unique stand-up comedian with an unconventional background.