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Happy weekend, Billings!
In today’s happening-today edition: Hospital collaboration plan, St. Patrick’s Day parade, Bierstacheln Day, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Hospitals consider closer collaboration: Sheridan Memorial Hospital will ask Sheridan County commissioners to approve a partnership with Billings Clinic, to improve communication and lower travel costs, an agreement possible by year’s end — get all the details.
Turning crisis into advocacy: After surviving cardiac arrest, a Billings man is partnering with Intermountain Health to raise awareness of heart health and CPR, hoping his story helps neighbors recognize signs and act — read the full story.
Union victory in negotiations: Over 225 Sysco drivers and warehouse workers in Montana have ratified a five-year contract, securing wage increases, higher pension contributions, and Teamsters health care after a credible strike threat — see what’s in the contract.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.*
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*
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💎 Local business spotlight
Local art refresh: Whether your living room needs a conversation starter or you crave a quick creativity boost, Sandstone Gallery, a downtown artist co-op, is stocked with locally made paintings, pottery, jewelry, photography, and giftable finds. The selection rotates frequently, so there’s always something fresh to browse and brag about.
Glow-up without the fuss: If winter still lingers on your face, Central Wellness makes it simple to refresh with thoughtful consultations, results-focused treatments, and a team who remembers your goals. Expect a quiet glow and step into spring looking like you finally slept eight hours.
Big air, Billings: Your bag wants a challenge, and Diamond X Disc Golf Course delivers towering rimrock shots, gusty lines, and plenty of “did you see that?!” moments. Expect birdie chances, surprising skips, and brag-worthy bogeys, all set against big-sky views that keep every hole spicy.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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Last call for the CVS Epic Beauty Sale: Today’s your last chance to save on all sorts of self-care products at CVS, including makeup, beauty tools, skin care, hair masks, moisturizers, and more from all your favorite brands. *Shop the sale before it ends →
Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🌱 Seed Starting Basics @ Gainan’s Heights Flowers & Garden | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Ready to stop gambling with spring frost and leggy seedlings? Join Rocky Mountain College botanist Megan Poulette for a free workshop on what to start indoors, supplies, sowing methods, light and heat, common pitfalls, and hardening off. Local know-how, real science, and fewer plant obituaries.
☘ 43rd St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Street Party & Celtic Fair @ Skypoint | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to dust off the green, the 43rd St. Patrick’s parade and Celtic Fair takes over under Skypoint, free and loud. Expect over 35 floats, bagpipers, cloggers, food trucks, and a Broadway concert. Bring the kids, keep your dignity.
🧮 Math Happens @ Wise Wonders Science & Discovery Museum | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Nothing beats watching kids discover that math is more than worksheets, it is puzzles, patterns, and ‘aha’ moments. The Math Room at Wise Wonders pops up every Saturday and first Fridays, included with memberships and regular entry, and it makes numbers fun, no flashcards required.
🍺 Bierstacheln Day @ 1Ō5 Brewing | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Old-school German bar magic, right here. They dip a red-hot iron into dark beer, caramelizing malt into a warm, creamy cap over a cold pour, with caramel, butterscotch, and toasted malt. Basically crème brûlée for your stout, without the tiny spoon.
🍽 Fundraiser Dinner @ Columbia Club | Saturday (3/14) at 5:00 PM – Nothing beats tacos and a genuinely good cause, with proceeds funding Equines for Fosters and therapeutic riding lessons for local kids. Tiny’s handles the taco bar, The Limited Warranty Band keeps it lively, the silent auction tests your restraint, and tickets are $30.
🍓 Florida Strawberry Truckload Sale @ Boothill Inn & Suites | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – If you need a dose of sunshine, sun-ripened Florida strawberries are popping into Boothill Inn lot for a blink-and-you-miss-it half hour. Snag an 8 lb box for $30, plus pecans and South Dakota honey, pay cash or card, first come, first served, no checks.
🎳 Bunny Hop Youth/Adult Scotch Doubles @ Fireside Lanes | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Grab a partner, lace up, and hop into Bunny Hop Youth/Adult Scotch Doubles at the lanes. Pick the 10am or 1pm shift, register at any of the three centers, and feel smug knowing your strikes fund GYV Youth Bowling. Cheap thrills, worthy cause.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Billings report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 35°F – Low: 13°F – Precip: 88%
A chance of snow showers before 9am, then freezing rain likely and rain and snow showers. Cloudy. High near 35, with temperatures falling to around 32 in the afternoon. North northeast wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible. Little or no ice accumulation expected. Later: Snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 13. North wind 8 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 32°F – Low: 16°F – Precip: 18%
A slight chance of snow showers before noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 32. West northwest wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: Mostly cloudy. Low around 16, with temperatures rising to around 19 overnight. South southeast wind around 5 mph.
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