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Controversy in Billings: Kindergarten Teacher Honored, City Considers Selling Lots, and More! ☕🌬️🍀🏀🎭🎤🎶🌿
Controversy in Billings: Kindergarten Teacher Honored, City Considers Selling Lots, and More! ☕🌬️🍀🏀🎭🎤🎶🌿
Controversy in Billings: Kindergarten Teacher Honored, City Considers Selling Lots, and More! ☕🌬️🍀🏀🎭🎤🎶🌿
Get ready for a packed weekend in Billings - from honors for a local teacher, to St. Patrick's Day festivities and plenty of entertainment options! ☘️🎶🤣
Randy Diefel
Mar 10, 2026
Trivia Question❓In 2016, which classical composer sold more CDs than Beyoncé? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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Good morning, Billings — coffee’s on, let’s see what’s happening around town. ☕ |
Welcome back to The Trailhead Buzz, your quick weekly roundup of local events, community happenings, and a few things worth checking out in and around Billings. Whether you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, a new spot to explore, or just want to stay in the loop, we’ve gathered a few highlights to get you started. So take a minute, enjoy that coffee, and see what’s buzzing around the trailhead this week. |
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Monnyca Kramer, a beloved kindergarten teacher at Big Sky Elementary, has received the esteemed "One Class at a Time" award for her exceptional devotion to education.
Known for her joyful, student-centered approach, Mrs. Kramer creates an inviting space filled with laughter and discovery, where children thrive and feel inspired to learn. Read More... |
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The city of Billings is weighing the sale of 11 undeveloped land parcels, aiming to boost infrastructure investment and expand the local tax base.
Lampman Park on Monad Road, long embraced by residents like Mark Polen for dog walks and open space, is among the parcels considered.
Another site, Read More... |
🌬️ Batten Down the Hatches, Billings! |
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Midweek is bringing a serious blast of wind to the area. Wednesday and Thursday are shaping up to be very windy across Billings and the surrounding region, with gusts expected to ramp up significantly — potentially reaching 50–80 mph in exposed areas. That kind of wind can toss around trash cans, patio furniture, and anything else not tied down. If you’ve got loose items outside, it’s a good idea to secure them early and keep an eye on the forecast. The upside? Temperatures will actually be fairly mild for March — but it may feel a bit like standing next to a giant fan set on high. In short: |
"I hate golf." "I hate golf." "I hate golf." "Nice shot" "I love golf." "I love golf." "I love golf." |
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State AA Combined Basketball Tournament |
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St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl |
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Celtic Fair |
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The Book of Mormon |
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Open Mic Comedy Night |
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Comedy Night at Craft Local |
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Underground Comedy Showcase |
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Acoustic Night with Kenny James Miller |
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Saturday Night Live Music: The Clintons |
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In Billings, Montana, home gardening is changing lives, as residents like Mindy and Andrew Boll demonstrate. Their quarter-acre lot now supplies an impressive variety of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Starting with an orchard, vineyard, and raised beds, the Bolls made a significant investment, but say the long-term rewards are worth it.
Resourcefulness was key—they reused home materials, keeping costs low. Read More... |
That's a Wrap |
That’s it for this week’s Trailhead Buzz. Thanks for taking a few minutes to see what’s happening around Billings. With spring on the horizon, things are about to get a lot busier around town. Until next time — stay warm, hold onto your hat in the wind, and we’ll see you around the trailhead. |
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question: Mozart |