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Intermountain Health expands OBGYN program in Billings

A growing national shortage of OBGYNs is putting pressure on maternity care across the country, and Montana is among the states feeling the strain.

Billings, MT · 09-30

NBCMontana

DEQ seeks public comment on well proposal for new data center in Yellowstone Co.

HELENA, Mont. — The Montana Department of Environmental Quality is seeking public feedback on a proposed well for Quantica's Big Sky Campus Data Center near Broadview. The well targets the Madison Aquifer and would supply water during construction, then provide drinking water for the campus and may support a closed-loop cooling system.

Broadview, MT · 10-01

Eastern Progress

Before ExxonMobil sued Montana Department of Transportation, the company sued 19 others

ExxonMobil’s legal challenge against the Montana Department of Transportation isn't the company's first lawsuit in trying to recover costs related to an ongoing petroleum cleanup in east Billings. The oil company alleged earlier this month that the state agency had violated Montanans’ right to a clean and healthful environment....

NBCMontana

FEMA approves more than $2.4 million for Montana disaster recovery

MISSOULA, Mont. — FEMA has approved more than $2.4 million to help Montana communities recover from recent disasters and cover wildfire response costs. Nearly $1.8 million will be distributed through FEMA’s Public Assistance program for infrastructure repairs and disaster-related expenses. Funding includes more than $870,000 for repairs to...

Montana · 09-29

bigskyheadlines.com

Billings Counselor Ordered to Pay Nearly $48,000 in Medicaid Fraud Case

BILLINGS, Mont. — A Billings counselor has been ordered to pay nearly $48,000 to the state after pleading guilty to charges stemming from fraudulent Medicaid claims, according to the Montana Department of Justice. Melvera Parker, 69, pleaded guilty to felony Medicaid fraud and making a false claim to a...

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Mix 97.1

Billings Petition Calls for Pedestrian Bridge at Grand and Rehberg

A petition is calling for a pedestrian bridge and crosswalk safety changes at Grand Avenue and Rehberg Lane in Billings after Chase Lantz was struck.

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Mix 97.1

Billings Forum Gives Veterans a Voice on Disability Access

Veterans, caregivers, families, and local advocates are invited to a free Billings forum focused on disability access and life after military service.

Billings, MT · 09-30

Q2 News

Montana homeowners react to new Homestead Reduced Tax Rate assessments

Montana's Homestead Reduced Tax Rate is lowering taxes on primary residences but raising them on second homes and secondary rental properties.

Montana · 09-23

Q2 News

Public meeting set as Park City, Columbus fire departments to merge

Residents can share concerns about the Park City Rural Fire District and Columbus Rural Fire District consolidation at a public meeting Wednesday night in Columbus.

Park City, MT · 09-29

montananewsroom.com

Montana State opens new nursing education building in Billings

On Wednesday morning at Montana State University’s new nursing education building, located on a tree-lined block between the Billings Clinic and Intermountain Health St. Vincent Regional Hospital campuses, the Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing began its next chapter. Hundreds of attendees applauded as MSU President Brock Tessman,...

Billings, MT · 09-27

Q2 News

Hidden Billings tour opens rarely seen historic spaces

Preserve Montana and the Western Heritage Center opened 12 historic Billings properties to the public Saturday for an original self-guided tour

Billings, MT · 09-26

Q2 News

Thousands wear red to honor Billings teen hit while walking to school

Billings, MT · 09-29

KULR8

Bankhead at odds with Planned Parenthood over endorsement

On the campaign trail, at a small event, Alani Bankhead claimed she had returned Planned Parenthood’s endorsement questionnaire. NonStop Local has received multiple confirmations that Bankhead did not return the questionnaire.

Billings, MT · 09-25

Q2 News

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Billings working to prevent rockfall along the Rims near Zimmerman Trail

The city contracted Terracon Consultants to evaluate rockfall hazards along Zimmerman Trail. The firm identified a 70-foot-wide rock segment as the highest-risk area

Billings, MT · 09-26

103.7 The Hawk

Billings Petition Calls for Pedestrian Bridge at Grand and Rehberg

A petition is calling for a pedestrian bridge and crosswalk safety changes at Grand Avenue and Rehberg Lane in Billings after Chase Lantz was struck.