Good Day
Billings
Tuesday, December 24th, 2024
Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Downtown Billings Rotary Club awarded over $21,000 in grants to local organizations, including a $2,000 donation to the Hannah House to support its food pantry and weekly family meals for women and children. KTVQ
- ➤ Chefs Freddy Montolio and Niles Fryer have transitioned from restaurant work to creating daily meals for those in need at the Montana Rescue Mission, using only donated ingredients. Billings Gazette
- ➤ Larry Cherry's annual light and music show in Billings, featuring 22,500 lights over three weeks of setup, offers a remarkable experience for visitors until Jan. 31. KULR8
- ➤ The Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter reduces adoption fees to $20 to encourage adoptions and aim for an empty shelter by Christmas. KULR8
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Traffic on King Avenue West in Billings is back to normal after a temporary lane closure due to a two-car accident. KULR8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Billings business owner's phone and wallet were swiftly stolen while cleaning outside, leading to thousands in fraudulent charges before recovery. KTVQ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Lottery's annual 'Montana Millionaire' game sold out 500,000 tickets in three hours, promising four winners $1 million each, with a $250,000 prize drawing also held. KTVQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Billings Public Schools utilized a $114,000 donation from the Innovative Educational Tax Credit to upgrade their technology, enhancing student learning and engagement. KULR8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bureau of Land Management is inviting public comments on a proposed fee system at Acton Recreation Area to improve facilities and address illegal activity. KULR8
- ➤ Montana State Sen. Mike Yakawich proposes a bill to increase penalties for caregivers who intentionally harm their vulnerable charges, following a tragic incident in a Billings group home. KTVQ
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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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Onyx Storm Release Party at Barnes & Noble
This event celebrates the release of Rebecca Yarros' third book in The Empyrean Series, requiring proof of purchase for attendance.
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