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Wednesday, December 31st, 2025

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Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 31st of December.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Billings Public Works will study the intersection at South 36th Street West and Monad Road in January after residents reported frequent crashes and speeding—nine confirmed accidents occurred this year and research will examine traffic volume and driver speeds.  KTVQ

HEALTH NEWS

  • Montana was awarded $233 million in rural healthcare funds and may receive up to $1 billion over the next five years to expand services (including new residency programs planned in Miles City), state health leaders said, noting the swift federal approval could boost local medical care.  KTVQ
  • Billings gym trainers share advice on sticking to New Year fitness resolutions as many face challenges after early enthusiasm. Experts recommend setting small goals and building a support system plus planning realistic workouts for a healthier start.  KULR8
  • An Idaho company is recalling nearly 3,000 pounds of raw ground beef labeled 'Forward Farms Grass-Fed Ground Beef' due to potential E. coli contamination; the meat produced on Dec. 16 must be used or frozen by Jan. 13, and packages were shipped to distributors including those in Montana. No illnesses have been reported.  KULR8

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Billings residents can explore free streaming services like Pluto TV, Tubi, YouTube and BYU TV for family-friendly shows + digital movie checkouts via the local library using Hoopla or Libby, offering a cost-saving alternative to cable as 2025 ends.  KULR8

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 1/10/26

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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.

    Sun, 1/18/26

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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.

    Fri, 1/23/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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