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Memorial Day Services in Billings

Greg Tillotson — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:50:28 +0000

Sure this weekend is Memorial Day. A three day weekend. For many it’s the unofficial start of summer, and it means BBQing becomes the norm. On Monday it’s also time to take a moment and remember those that have passed. In particular those that have served our Country. Fighting for our freedom. We’ve put together [...]

Sirens Tonight Are Just A Test

Greg Tillotson — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:17:20 +0000

If you hear sirens going off tonight around 6, don’t panic. The North Koreans have not unleashed one of their nukes. If the weather cooperates, what you’ll be hearing is a test of the Yellowstone County emergency outdoor sirens. There are 24 outdoor sirens in all -17 the in Billings/Lockwood area, 2 ikn Laurel and [...]

This Might Be The Weekend…

Greg Tillotson — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 14:38:06 +0000

No secret that around my house we are in the mode to add to our family. With a dog, not a child. And I just read that this weekend in National Pet Adoption weekend, and that PetSmart next to Best Buy on King will have many animals at their store today, being made available through [...]

Yellowstone County Farmers' Market is Back Saturday July 21

Livin Large Larry — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 21:59:55 +0000

Downtown Billings, under Skypointe will be busy for next 15 Saturdays with the Yellowstone County Farmers’ Market. Show up at 8 a.m. and shop till noon! You’ll enjoy a variety of eating experiences and purchase some of the best produce in the region!Have sausage and eggs for breakfast or try the cupcakes or tamales! Always [...]

Livin' Large Larry's Thoughts on Relay For Life 2012

Livin Large Larry — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 02:54:45 +0000

Friday July 13 was the 2012 Yellowstone County Relay For Life at Billings West. The survivors dinner was awesome. The fellowship was great. Even though the opening ceremonies were delayed by about 30 minutes or so due to weather, the rain felt refreshing.

Relay For Life Week in Billings is Winding Down

Livin Large Larry — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 22:15:58 +0000

Friday, July 13 is the Yellowstone County Relay For Life. Fundraising efforts continue right up until and during the event at Billings West. If you have a Relay team, you may assemble and set up at Billings West on Friday afternoon. Be sure to check in with the American Cancer Society at Billings West so you set up in the correct spot. The Relay begins at 7 p.m.

Relay For Life Week in Billings

Livin Large Larry — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 22:43:42 +0000

Final fundraising from 100's of Relay for Life teams is going on this week including our Townsquare Media team. Since July 6 we have been broadcasting live for 1 hour at 24th and Broadwater. That is the location for Summer Snow-Shaved Ice!

Livin' Large Larry Playing Donkey Basketball April 15 [AUDIO]

Livin Large Larry — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 22:00:07 +0000

The 2012 Yellowstone County Relay For Life for the American Cancer Society is July 13 at Billings West High School. What is great about our local Relay event is that the teams seem to be very creative in their approach to fundraising for such a great cause and still keeping fun in the event.This Sunday [...]

I Report to Jury Duty on Monday [AUDIO]

Livin Large Larry — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 21:59:37 +0000

I don’t mind doing my civic duty, and serving jury duty is part of that duty. I report to courtroom #509 this Monday, October 3 at 9:15am. I remember some years back and it might have been in a different state that we had a couple of weeks notice before jury duty.I like to make [...]

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 [...]

Ride For Relay This Weekend

Matt Brubaker — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 17:30:40 +0000

The 6th Annual “Ride For Relay” poker run is coming up this Sunday. This is Cat Country’s annual fundraiser for Relay for Life. Registration starts at 9AM at Beartooth Harley Davidson/Buell on the South Frontage Road. We’ll hit the road at 10 and head for Roundup and the Keg Bar. Roads look good so no [...]

Yellowstone County Under A Flood Watch…All Weekend

Livin Large Larry — Fri, 20 May 2011 11:27:47 +0000

From what I gather we may in for 5 to 6 days of rain in a row, which started yesterday. Careful on highways too. I-25 heading into Casper yesterday was no picnic. …FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON… THE FLOOD WATCH CONTINUES FOR * PORTIONS OF MONTANA AND NORTH CENTRAL WYOMING…INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING [...]

It's Your Choice

Livin Large Larry — Wed, 04 May 2011 17:11:45 +0000

Each year at about this time the Yellowstone County DUI Task Force gives an educational program to soon to be graduated seniors at Billings area high schools. This afternoon at 2pm, KBear along with the DUI Task Force will be at Skyview. http://skyview.billings.k12.mt.us/ http://www.co.yellowstone.mt.gov/DUI/