Good Day
Billings
Thursday, December 25th, 2025
Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montana Rescue Mission appointed Dyann Romeijn as its new executive director this week to rebuild trust with the community after former director Matt Lundgren was fired. She will work on a 90-day plan (ensuring accountability and strengthening local ties) as staff restore stability. KTVQ
- ➤ State employees donated nearly 10,500 pounds of food to the Montana Food Bank Network in the agency drive held Dec. 2–Dec. 15, breaking records as the Department of Health and Human Services won first place, Gov. Gianforte announced. KULR8
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today, several Billings restaurants will be open to serve coffee, beer, breakfast, lunch + dinner on Christmas Day for residents seeking holiday dining options. Billings Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Billings butcher Meat Palace kept beef prices steady despite a 15% rise from last Christmas as customers lined up early for holiday meals. Owner McKittrick locked in early prices & helped families enjoy a predictable meal cost. KTVQ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Eight-month-old Rowan Edgell began an experimental genetic treatment at Billings Clinic in September and is now almost cancer-free; a follow-up MRI scheduled Monday will check for any remaining mass while his family credits strong local support for the breakthrough. KTVQ
- ➤ Yellowstone County confirmed its first flu death when an unvaccinated man in his 80s died two weeks ago (a reminder that influenza can be severe). RiverStone Health and DPHHS urge residents to get flu and COVID-19 vaccines to help prevent the spread. KULR8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Flying Pickle, an Idaho-based pickleball franchise, is delaying its plan to convert the former Costco store into indoor courts in Billings. The 150,000 sqft facility is now expected to open next summer or fall after an original plan for early next year was pushed back. KTVQ
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Billings Symphony Orchestra Performance
7-11 p.m. — Alberta Bair Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating night of orchestral music at The Billings Symphony Orchestra.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The truth will set you free. But not until it is finished with you.
~ David Foster Wallace
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