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Rise and shine, Billings!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: St. Patrick’s Day parade, Cinderella ballet, and Shift Bicycle Company opening + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Billings protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Guidance for healthy canopies: MSU Extension will host an urban tree care workshop in Billings on March 14, offering straightforward tips to keep boulevard and backyard trees thriving as spring arrives — get all the details.
Move to boost housing affordability: Billings City Council voted unanimously on February 24 to cut construction permitting fees. The reductions took effect March 2, lowering electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and fire system permits by 23 to 31 percent — see what’s changed and why.
Welcoming space for all cyclists: Longtime bike mechanic Steve Isbell has opened Shift Bicycle Company in downtown Billings, focusing on repairs and a self-funded donation program, with a retail space for new bikes in progress — read the full story.
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.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Weeknight flavor rescue: Craving slurpable noodles, citrusy heat, and that post-curry glow? At Siam Thai Restaurant, the comfort-and-spice balance lands every time with fragrant curries, wok-kissed noodles, and zero fuss. Expect steady, delicious dinners whenever the week gets loud, the kind that make takeout feel smart rather than hurried.
Try a collage quilt: Billings’ own Fiberworks Quilt Shop houses Laura Heine’s collage patterns and kits, along with bolts of fabric and useful notions for any project. If your stash needs a refresh, consider this your cue to visit and let color lead the way.
Craving classic comfort? Bernie’s Diner serves all-day breakfast, hefty burgers, and frosty milkshakes, with a friendly downtown buzz that makes everything taste brighter. Slide into a booth, sip a shake, and let the easygoing 50s vibe handle your midweek mood… no fuss, just feel-good nostalgia.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎲 Bingo Fundraiser @ 406 Kitchen & Taproom | Tuesday (3/10) at 7:00 PM – Bingo at 406 Kitchen & Taproom, benefiting Charles Campbell Camp with Billings Lions Club. Cards are $1 for nine games, $2 for the blackout, with a 50/50 pot split between winner and camp. Cheap fun, real impact, your lucky dauber finally earns its keep.
🖌 Acrylic Painting Workshop @ Crooked Line Studio | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:00 PM – Been meaning to trade doomscrolling for a brush? John’s acrylic workshop welcomes beginners to intermediates with demos, individualized pointers, and a studio where you choose a subject or bring your own, build skills at your pace, and leave oddly proud of something that dries fast.
🛍 Ladies Night Spring Shopping Event @ The Base Camp | Thursday (3/12) at 4:00 PM – Spring invites a ladies’ night in the Mid/West End. Wander Joy of Living, Sanctuary Spa & Salon, and company for exclusive deals, sips, and a passport you’ll stamp to enter a stacked local gift basket. Quality time, local love, and cardio with receipts.
👸 World Ballet Company: Cinderella @ Alberta Bair Theater | Thursday (3/12) at 7:00 PM – Trade another reboot for the real thing, Cinderella live on stage from World Ballet Company. Forty international dancers, 150 hand-sewn costumes, and hand-crafted sets deliver two hours of charm, humor, and ballroom swoon. Glass slippers optional, but when midnight hits, reality returns.
🐟 K of C Fish Fry @ Columbia Club | Friday (3/13) at 5:30 PM – Fridays in Lent mean one thing around here, the Knights’ fish fry with salmon, baked or fried cod, mac and cheese, chowder, tots, waffle fries, and a special dessert. Show up early, eat well, then stick around for bar bingo, all while supporting local charities.
🌱 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.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Billings report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 48°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 48%
A chance of rain and snow showers. Mostly cloudy. High near 48, with temperatures falling to around 45 in the afternoon. North northeast wind 7 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: A chance of snow showers. Cloudy, with a low around 28. North wind 5 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 43°F – Low: 21°F – Precip: 39%
A chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 43. West southwest wind 5 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of snow showers before midnight. Mostly cloudy. Low around 21, with temperatures rising to around 23 overnight. West northwest wind 7 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
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