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15 Restaurants Worth Adding to Your Dining List in Montana

Montana is a big state with a food scene that covers a lot of ground. This evergreen list focuses on 15 kinds of restaurants and dining experiences that are especially worth seeking out in places like Bozeman, Missoula, Whitefish, Helena, and Billings. 1. Lodge Dining Rooms Near Big Sky JoergFunk/Pixabay In Big Sky and nearby…

Montana · 2d

Montana Free Press

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New $900M St. Vincent hospital in Billings under construction

What could be Montana’s largest building is in the works. Intermountain Health’s St. Vincent Regional Hospital in Billings, once completed in 2029, will be 737,000 square feet and 285 feet tall. That eclipses the sprawling 518,379-square-foot ski resort, Montage Big Sky, reportedly the largest in Montana. The building...

Billings, MT · 3d
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96.7 KISS FM

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Where To Eat Thanksgiving Dinner In Billings Without Turning On The Stove

Skip the kitchen mess this year. Perkins, Cracker Barrel, Montana Sky, The Montana Club, Rib Chop House and TEN at the Northern are serving on Thanksgiving in Billings.

Billings, MT · 2d

NonStop Local Helena

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Montana elects first woman Speaker of the House

HELENA, Mont. – Wednesday was a historic day at the State Capitol, as state lawmakers selected their next legislative leadership. Republican Rep. Katie Zolnikov of Billings is the first woman elected Speaker of the Montana House of Representatives in the state’s history, and the youngest woman in the nation to hold the title. She follows the steps of other Montana Republican women pioneers like Jeannette Rankin and Judy Martz. “My colleagues have placed an incredible amount of trust in me to lead them through the upcoming legislative session, and this is a responsibility that I do not take lightly,” said Zolnikov. “Montana has made history on the 250th birthday of our nation. The American Dream is still alive and well in Montana. Today has shown that you can still rise to the top by your own merits and work ethic. You don't have to be a part of the good old boys club, or come from money to rise to the ranks.” She was previously Speaker Pro Tem, and beat of previous Speaker of the House Brandon Ler, R-Savage, on Wednesday for the position. This is her fourth a final term in the House before she is termed out. Her

Montana · 1d

Q2 News

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Billings teacher leads Veterans Day song tradition one last time

For 33 years, one Billings music teacher has helped her students say thank you to those who served through song.

Billings, MT · 1d

NonStop Local Billings

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Billings Clinic, Logan Health begin new chapter as One Sky Health

BILLINGS, Mont. - For years, Billings Clinic and Logan Health have been familiar names across Montana. Now, the two health care organizations are moving forward under a new name: One Sky Health. The change comes three years after the organizations joined together in 2023. The new name is intended to give the regional health system one identity as it continues serving communities across Montana, northern Wyoming and the surrounding region. According to the health system, the name was inspired by the expansive sky shared by people across Montana and Wyoming. The organization says it represents the connection between communities that may be separated by long distances but share many of the same needs when it comes to health care. One Sky Health brings together more than 25 hospitals, clinics and regional partnerships, with more than 1,200 physicians and advanced practitioners covering more than 85 medical and surgical specialties. That network includes the region's first Level I Trauma Center, air ambulance services, specialized complex care and clinical training programs. CEO Clint Seger, MD, said the goal is to build a health system that understands the communities it serves while making it easier for patients to access care, whether that's close to

Billings, MT · 2d

NonStop Local Billings

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Billings budget panel rejects superintendent pay raise plan

Billings, Montana — A Billings school budget committee declined to recommend a contract proposal that would have sharply raised Superintendent Erwin Garcia's pay Thursday, Nov. 12. The proposal would have raised Garcia's base salary from about $217,000 to $270,000. With another $20,000 in annual compensation, his pay would have reached $290,000 before other benefits. The plan also included keeping Garcia in the job through June 2030. Critics questioned the size of the increase and raised concerns about fairness to other employees and the district's spending priorities. In the written proposal, the board said keeping Garcia would provide stable leadership and help the district stay competitive when hiring administrators. One school employee said the proposal sent a message to staff. "I don't say that I love my job anymore. I don't say it because decisions like this make me feel like this district doesn't care very much about me, and it's really hard to love a place like that," said Beth Verlanic, secretary at Burlington Elementary School. A retired school employee said the debate looked familiar. "This is what happens. Failed levee, angry staff. Repeat, repeat, repeat. If this were a class, we'd be figuring out a different way to run

Billings, MT · 7h

Q2 News

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Yellowstone Ice Foundation to propose plan to revive Centennial Ice Arena

A proposal from the Yellowstone Ice Foundation could give Billings' former Centennial Ice Arena a new purpose, with plans to renovate and reopen the building. Details below:

Billings, MT · 1d

Q2 News

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Huntley Project grad returns home to speak at Veterans Day ceremony in Worden

Cole Bechtold, a U.S. Army soldier and 2026 Montana Warrior of the Year, came back to the school where his journey began to honor local veterans

Worden, MT · 1d

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Rooney Angus and Green Mountain Angus

54 Eighteen-Month-Old Black Angus bulls averaged $11,713. 108 Two-Year-Old Black Angus bulls averaged $7,736. 215 Commercial Bred Black Angus Heifers averaged $4,063. The day couldn’t have been any better in Billings for the Rooney Angus and Green Mountain Angus annual fall bull sale. The fancy set of bulls that these two operations brought to the sale yard is nothing short of outstanding. Showing just how dedicated these guys are at making the Angus breed better. Congratulations on the sale!

Billings, MT · 1d

Q2 News

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Billings neighbors fight to keep Ramada Park in community hands

For Mary Agamenoni and her neighbors, Ramada Park, which stretches between Morledge Street and Ramada Drive, isn't just another piece of city property. It's rooted in the community.

Billings, MT · 2d

Q2 News

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Q2 AOW: Wyoming's Luke Talich takes Cody roots to win over top-ranked Miami

Luke Talich has gone from walk-on to difference-maker on college football's biggest stage, and Saturday against top-ranked Miami may have delivered his biggest moments yet.

Billings, MT · 1d

Cat Country 102.9

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Billings USPS Job Fairs Nov 13 And Nov 20 Aim To Fill Mail Handler Assistant Roles

The holiday shipping rush is coming, and Billings USPS is adding hands to keep the mail moving. Job fairs Nov 13 and Nov 20, 10 to 2, 841 S. 26th St.

Billings, MT · 1d

NonStop Local Billings

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Riverstone Health warns of potential measles exposure at Billings hospital

BILLINGS, Mont. - A person who was at Intermountain Health St. Vincent Regional Hospital on Sunday was confirmed to have tested positive for measles, according to RiverStone Health, potentially exposing others who were in the hospital lobby elevators. RiverStone Health said the individual is not a resident of Yellowstone County. "Out of an abundance caution, anyone who used the hospital's front main lobby elevators between 9:45 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 8, is asked to contact RiverStone Health Public Health at 406.247.3305," RiverStone Health said. Anyone who is immune to measles is not a risk, according to the health agency. "Those who were in this area and are not immune can receive the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine as post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) by 9:40 p.m. on November 11. PEP can help prevent measles or reduce the severity of symptoms," RiverStone Health said. Symptoms of measles can take up to 21 days to appear, according to RiverStone Health, and include runny nose, fever, rash, watery eyes and spots in the mouth. "People who are vaccinated can still become infected with the disease after exposure, although this is uncommon," RiverStone Health said. "When it occurs, symptoms are typically milder."

Billings, MT · 1d

Montana Sports

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Unbeaten Billings West has plenty of reasons to believe entering semifinals

There’s a reason Billings West is undefeated this football season. Truth is, there’s a variety of reasons.

Billings, MT · 14h

Q2 News

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Holiday rush drives demand for seasonal workers in Billings

Holiday season is around the corner, leaving many local and chain businesses looking for an influx in temporary/seasonal employees to keep up with demand

Billings, MT · 23h

Q2 News

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Q2 Billings Area Weather: Unseasonably mild for now, but changes are coming

It hasn't looked or felt like November in Montana or Wyoming the last several days, with dry and unseasonably mild days. The mild weather will continue for now, but changes will be coming next week.

Billings, MT · 10h

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Emergence of QB Seth Williamson has Billings West's offense rolling

BILLINGS, Mont. — Billings West High's Seth Williamson has made playing the quarterback position look easy. With 20 touchdown passes and just one interception, Williamson the best touchdown-to-interception ratio in the state, helping lead the Golden Bears to an undefeated 10-0 season. For Williamson, however, the success is far...

Billings, MT · 17h

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Red hot Red Devils: Huntley Project eyeing first state title since 2009

WORDEN, Mont. — The Huntley Project football team is two wins away from capturing its first Class B state title since 2009, and one win away from its first title game appearance since 2015. But the Red Devils aren't looking too far ahead. With an 11-0 record and the...

Worden, MT · 1d

Country Herald

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Eastern Montana Wind Alert: Gusts Up to 50 MPH Friday, Nov. 13

Strong southeasterly winds could blow unsecured objects and create difficult travel conditions in eastern Montana.

Montana · 13h