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Opening Ceremony of Summer Special Olympics 2013

Greg Tillotson — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:18:49 +0000

It was a night of ceremony and excitement last night at Metra Park Rim Rock arena for the opening of the Special Olympics Montana State Summer Games. Over 1,100 participants from across the state were on hand to kick off the three day event, cheered on by their coaches, families and the volunteers. An estimated 5,000 [...]

It's Going To Be Crowded This Weekend

Greg Tillotson — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:42:14 +0000

The Magic City might be a little busier than normal this morning in the downtown area. And a majority of the busyness has to do with law enforcement in town. Before your imagination runs wild, this is a for a good thing. This is Police Week 2013 and in conjunction with that Billings is hosting [...]

Burn The Point, Tonight[AUDIO]

Livin Large Larry — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 19:56:13 +0000

It is going to be loud! The Burn The Point parade in downtown Billings begins tonight at 7! I can't wait to see the Big Sky All-Stars as Grand Marshals. My wife, Keri and I have been asked to ride in one of those cool cars tonight!

Front Row Eddie Money,"Money" Found!

Livin Large Larry — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 20:23:49 +0000

Way to go Brian Edwards! Brian found KBear’s final Eddie Money, “Money” voucher! Brian will be in the front row when Eddie rocks Montana Fair on August 14th! Brian found the voucher by the Cowboy at Metra Park. …listen for more free Eddie Money tickets to be given away on 97.1 KBear!!

Eddie Money, "Money" 2nd Row Seats Voucher is Hidden

Livin Large Larry — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:49:55 +0000

Think West Billings for the Eddie Money, “Money” voucher. Find it and you will be sitting two rows back when Eddie Money plays Montana Fair on August 14th with KBear. …here are some photo clues…. Sam S. Sam S. Sam S. Sam S. find the Eddie Money, “Money”, redeem it at KBEAR, 23rd floor, Crowne [...]

Eddie Money, "Money" Winner of 3rd Row Tix

Livin Large Larry — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 19:38:02 +0000

Robin Maxwell found my Eddie Money,”Money” 3rd row tickets out at Castle Rock Park in the Heights this morning! …she worked hard for them, moving a picnic table to reach them near the water park.. Kerry S. …2nd row Thursday morning!!

Eddie Money,"Money", 3rd Row Seats

Livin Large Larry — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 13:20:46 +0000

Eddie Money, “Money” continues this morning! Find the voucher, bring it to me at KBear, 23rd floor of the Crowne Plaza and I will give you 3rd seats to Eddie Money. Eddie is coming to Montana Fair on August 14th, welcomed by KBear! …photo clues for you… Sam S. Sam S. Sam S. Sam S. [...]

Eddie Money,"Money" Continues On The Morning Show Tuesday[AUDIO]

Livin Large Larry — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 21:07:02 +0000

Eddie Money is coming to Montana Fair on August 14th with 97.1 KBear! Eddie Money, “Money” continues tomorrow on the morning show! I will give clues,you listen and then find the Eddie Money, “Money”, redeem it at our KBear studio, 23rd floor of the Crowne Plaza and you will get 3rd row seats to the [...]

Eddie Money, 5th Row Seats Out There Somewhere

Livin Large Larry — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 14:00:30 +0000

KBear is the official “welcoming” station for Eddie Money at Montana Fair on August 14th. We started the 5,4,3,2,1 Eddie Money,”Money” contest this morning. …check out the photo clues… When you find the Eddie Money, “Money” bring it up to KBear, onthe 23rd floor of the Crowne Plaza and we will give you 5th [...]

KBear's Weekend Review

Livin Large Larry — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 19:53:44 +0000

The photos are in from our busy weekend around Billings. The Yellowstone County Relay For Life raised $566,000 for the American Cancer Society. The storm that hit at 4:30pm Friday afternoon was cleaned up and everything was re-set. Also, the first Brews and BBQ’s at MetraPark was an absolute blast! …check out the photos… LLL [...]

Make A Wish, Monster Truck Party Tonight At Chuck E. Cheese

Livin Large Larry — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 11:52:27 +0000

It is Monster Truck weekend at Metra Park! Rimrock Auto Arena will be filled with you and the noise beginning tomorrow night, but tonightyou and your family can get up and close to the Monster Trucks at Chuck E. Cheese on 24th in Billings tonight at 6:30 during the Make A Wish Monster Truck Party! [...]

Billings Montana Sunrise on Monday

Livin Large Larry — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 11:54:28 +0000

After a busy weekend; Heart and Sole Run, Twister 2 mile, Re-Grand Opening of Metra Park, Fathers Day Car Show at Harvest Church, Billings Roller Derby Dames, some rain and plenty of sunshine,,,look what I found on a Monday morning. …nice work, mother nature! nice looking sunrise over Billings, montana. The week ahead: http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=45.786679041363726&lon=-108.50921630859375&site=byz&smap=1&marine=0&unit=0&lg=en

Off The Leaf And KBear For March Of Dimes

Livin Large Larry — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 13:55:29 +0000

Friday KBear’s morning show was on the road at Off the Leaf on Grand! Thanks to Brian and his crew for helping out in our fundraising efforts for the March Of Dimes, Bowling For Babies! Sandra Hawke from Metra and Robin Hanel also stopped by as special guests and dontated to the cause…and enjoyed some [...]

Front Row To Sugarland At Metra Park Arena[AUDIO]

Livin Large Larry — Wed, 18 May 2011 20:07:56 +0000

Cat Country 102.9, KBear’s sister station is presenting Sugarland in concert, June, 6th!! How would you like a chance at front row seats!! You must be a VIP to KBear to have a chance at these tickets! …Did I mention front row tickets!!! We are putting 2 Front Row Sugarland tickets in your VIP club [...]

You're In The Money!!

Livin Large Larry — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 21:13:12 +0000

Montana Fair is fast approaching. The rides, the fun, the concerts and KBear welcomes Eddie Money to Montana Fair on August 14th! Also at Rimrock Auto Arena on the same night is 38 Special! the history: EDDIE MONEY burst onto the scene with his eponymous debut album in 1977. Since then, he has gained notoriety [...]

How Long Will It Be Metra Park?

Livin Large Larry — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:41:49 +0000

It is now becoming a growing controversy. To rename Metra Park in it’s entirety or just leave it be. Rimrock Auto Arena has offered to pay an additional $15,000 a year for full naming rights. The Billings City Council heard the issue Monday night. Click the link below. http://billingsgazette.com/news/local/government-and-politics/article_1de900d5-8888-5040-b038-4e378ee72f33.html

Elton John, The Show!

Livin Large Larry — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 04:39:00 +0000

The wait was worth it! The Elton John concert at Metra Park that sold out within hours of tickets going on sale was one of the best Billings has ever seen. Elton said he was happy to be in Billings for the first time ever and would love to come back. Elton played mainly his [...]

Elton John At Metra–Tonight!

Livin Large Larry — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 23:10:16 +0000

Tonight is the night! Elton John, welcomed by KBear is playing Metra Park. Be sure to tune in after the show for, “The concert after the concert”. So as you are waiting in Metra’s parking lot, tune into 97.1 KBear for even more Elton John!!

Winner on a Friday!

Livin Large Larry — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 12:00:44 +0000

This is going to be a winning Friday! There is nothing better than knowing you are about to be the winner of over $250.00 worth of prizes during one morning show! I am going to draw a winners name from the Rio Grand Casino box for main floor, Elton John tickets. These are worth $258.00. [...]

Women Of Faith In Billings This Weekend

Livin Large Larry — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 20:32:15 +0000

Women Of Faith is back in Billings this Friday and Saturday at Metra Park, Rimrock Auto Arena! Special guest speaker is Lisa Whelchel. (formerly of The Facts of Life T.V. show). I have free registration passes later on this week on the morning show. As we speak, Matt Brubaker is out at Metra for the [...]