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Boulder and Meadowlark students win Billings street sweeper naming contest

1 week ago | ktvq.com | David Jay

It was a unique experience for fifth graders in Billings on Friday morning. The city of Billings public works department rolled up to two schools with its newly named street sweepers. Watch the video below: Boulder and Meadowlark students win Billings street sweeper naming contest It’s all part of a naming contest during an Atomic Circus event at MSU Billings earlier this year. Billings Mayor Bill Cole and city employees announced the winners and presented then with certificates.
Sibanye Stillwater celebrates 25th anniversary of Good Neighbor Agreement

1 week ago | ktvq.com | David Jay

The Good Neighbor Agreement (GNA) has been beneficial for Sibanye Stillwater and for those living near the mines. “We need to celebrate that we've done something good,” said Paul Hawks, Northern Plain Resource Council member. “The value of it is really measurable,” said Heather McDowell, Sibanye Stillwater senior vice president of legal and external affairs.
National Guardsmen plead not guilty to trespassing with helicopter in Sweet Grass County

1 week ago | ktvh.com | David Jay
National Guardsmen plead not guilty to trespassing with helicopter in Sweet Grass County

1 week ago | kxlf.com | David Jay

Three Montana National Guardsmen pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges of criminal trespass to property in Big Timber on Wednesday afternoon. Those charges were filed a few weeks ago by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP). Watch the full video: National guardsmen plead not guilty to trespassing with helicopter in Sweet Grass County It comes after a unique case where they allegedly landed a guard helicopter on private land and then stole elk antlers.
National Guardsmen plead not guilty to trespassing with helicopter in Sweet Grass County

1 week ago | ktvq.com | David Jay

Three Montana National Guardsmen pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges of criminal trespass to property in Big Timber on Wednesday afternoon. Those charges were filed a few weeks ago by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP). Watch the full video: National guardsmen plead not guilty to trespassing with helicopter in Sweet Grass County It comes after a unique case where they allegedly landed a guard helicopter on private land and then stole elk antlers.
Billings city council votes for no increase in water rates next year

1 week ago | ktvq.com | David Jay

The city council voted 9-2 not to increase residential water rates for fiscal year ’26, which starts on July 1. “The motion is for approval of the recommended rates,” said Mayor Bill Cole.
Filipino teachers fill void in Jordan, Hardin and Crow Agency

1 week ago | bighorncountynews.com | David Jay

School districts in eastern Montana have been hiring teachers from the Philippines to deal with shortages. Salary is one reason they come to the United States. The teachers say another reason is that they can get bogged down with clerical work in the Phillipines. About 20 percent of the teachers in Hardin are Filipino. But that’s just one district where they’re being hired. Alexander Vivar teaches science in the Jordan Public Schools.
Veterans lead Montana walk to spotlight suicide prevention

1 week ago | kpax.com | David Jay

Veterans, families and friends recently anticipated Memorial Day during a monthly walk. Walk The Bridge raises awareness about suicide and supports veterans. Watch the full story: Veterans lead Montana walk to spotlight suicide prevention It started in Texas in 2018 and has been held on the 22nd of each month in Billings. U.S. Army Veteran Eddie Foote led the way on the 2.2-mile walk starting at Swords Park. He was carrying the American flag.
Monthly walk before Memorial Day raises awareness about veteran suicide

1 week ago | ktvq.com | David Jay

Veterans, families and friends anticipated Memorial Day during a monthly walk on Thursday evening. Walk The Bridge raises awareness about suicide and supports veterans. Watch the video below: Monthly walk raises awareness about suicide before Memorial Day It started in Texas in 2018 and has been held on the 22nd of each month in Billings. U.S. Army Veteran Eddie Foote led the way on the 2.2-mile walk starting at Swords Park. He was carrying the American flag.
Shepherd Relay Recess teaches students about cancer and raises money

2 weeks ago | ktvq.com | David Jay

Relay for Life of Yellowstone will hold its big event, Celebrate for Life, at a new location with a new format on Sept. 27. Meanwhile, students in Shepherd are continuing their own relay tradition. Watch the video below: Shepherd Relay Recess teaches students about cancer Children in kindergarten through eighth grade took a lap around the track for the Shepherd Relay Recess, with the goal raising awareness of cancer.