Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.
Good morning, Billings.
🏘️ Community
Local churches in Billings are drawing more young people as Harvest Church in the Heights reported a 17% attendance boost—its student ministry grew 150% since COVID and special events continue to draw in young adults seeking community.
Leaders expect the trend to carry into next year.
🌲 Environment
Residents in Billings can drop off their decorated-free Christmas trees at designated sites including Poly Vista Park and Zoo Montana (with other locations in Laurel, Lockwood, Shepherd, and Huntley) from Dec.
27 to Jan. 19. The City Public Works Department runs the annual recycling program with local partner Bright n' Beautiful.
🏛️ Government
Montana will implement property tax relief, a minimum wage raise to $10.85, and revised SNAP rules starting in 2026.
Homeowners can apply for the new tax exemption (applications due by March 1) as federal law expands SNAP work requirements to help adjust for rising costs.
🏥 Health
Mountain West Food Group recalled 2,855 pounds of raw ground beef after USDA testing detected potential E. coli O26 in FORWARD FARMS GRASS-FED GROUND BEEF produced Dec.
16; the product was distributed to retailers in Montana and several other states, and consumers are advised to discard or return it.
🎉 Billings Events
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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.
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.
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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