Winning Mother’s Day One Era at a Time

We surveyed moms of Billings to find out what they actually want for Mother's Day this year. Spoiler alert, it’s not always brunch. Dads, partners, and kids: consider this your official playbook for "winning" Mother's Day this year.

Editor Picks

A Red Lodge Airbnb Retreat

Red Lodge has a way of slowing things down. How one local homeowner designed a space that feels like part of the experience, not just a place to stay. @jennunderthebigsky, @mirandamurdockphoto, @jennacorinnejones

Home, in Bloom

Not sure what to plant in Montana? Start here. @jennunderthebigsky, @stories_yet_untold,

Mother’s Day Brunch that is for YOU

What if I told you Mother's Day could actually feel like a day off? Two words: brunch early. Check out the article and the recipes for the whole genius scheme.

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The Sound of West High

Billings West High School is brimming with musical talent, and if you haven’t caught a concert lately, you’re missing out. As you settle into the wooden auditorium seats, you probably aren’t expecting a goosebump-worthy performance - it is a high school, after all - but ten minutes in, as the music soars, you might have to remind yourself these are teenagers. Even more amazing? Many of these performers picked up their instruments only a few years ago in a middle school music class.

IN FOCUS: Yellowstone Eye Care’s Next Chapter

For the doctors at Yellowstone Eye Care, vision has always felt deeply personal. Dr. Shawn Lebsock says that the calling drew him in from the start. “The eye is just such a unique organ,” he says. “To most people, their most precious sense is their eyesight, and we need to care for that precious gift.”

Celebrations Guide 2026

Celebrations mark the moments we cherish, from important milestones to everyday gatherings that bring people together. In Billings, those moments are shaped by community, thoughtful details, and local businesses that know how to make each occasion feel personal.

Permission To Imagine

There are places we pass every day without noticing. Empty corners. Blank walls. Overgrown lots. Forgotten stretches of sidewalk. And then there are places that feel different, where someone thought to add a bench, plant flowers, paint a mural, hang lights, or build something that invites you to stay a while. The difference between the two isn’t always money. Sometimes, it’s permission.

A New Chapter at The Paper Mill

The familiar brick walls that once housed home goods at Liberty & Vine are welcoming Billings residents back in an entirely new way.

SLM Featured Events

Painted Rocks of Billings

From colorful “rock snakes” around town to hidden treasures shared through Billings ROCKS!, it’s a fun, creative way to explore the community with your kids. Paint one, hide one, or help a snake grow!

Billings Test Scores Lead the Nation

From top 8th grade math scores to rising reading, math, and graduation rates, the district is seeing big results under Superintendent Dr. Erwin Garcia.

April FUNdraising Fridays at the Western Heritage Center

Step inside the Western Heritage Center this April and enjoy a month of connection, competition, and local history during FUNdraising Fridays. From ArtWalk and engaging exhibitions to lively rounds of...

March Grand Re-Opening at the Western Heritage Center

Step inside the Western Heritage Center this March and celebrate the museum’s Grand Re-Opening while exploring four newly unveiled exhibition spaces. From the lively history of Billings’ breweries and...

Out with the Old, In with the New!

While the Western Heritage Center is closed for the winter, behind-the-scenes work is bringing new life to the galleries, with five refreshed exhibits and powerful stories ready to welcome the communi...

Hope on Wheels: How One Chair Kept Independence Rolling

A donated power chair, a moment of urgency, and a team willing to move fast show how independence can be protected when it matters most.

A New Chapter at the Western Heritage Center

The Western Heritage Center may be closed for the winter, but its story is still unfolding. This season marks a meaningful moment of transition as the museum welcomes new leadership and looks ahead to...

December at the Western Heritage Center

Step inside the Western Heritage Center this November and experience Montana’s history through art, photography, and powerful storytelling. From the lived experiences of Montanans with disabilities to...

Billings SNAPS Back

The SNAPS Back Food Drive is uniting local businesses, nonprofits, and neighbors to make sure no one goes hungry. Learn where to drop off donations and find more food access resources right here in o...

October at the Western Heritage Center

Step inside the Western Heritage Center this October and experience Montana’s history through art, photography, and powerful storytelling. From the lived experiences of Montanans with disabilities to...

The Spring Gift Edit 2026

In this Spring Gift Edit, we’ve gathered a collection of locally sourced finds that reflect the creativity and craftsmanship of our region. From thoughtful gifts to everyday pieces worth having, each...

Celebrations Guide 2026

Camp Guide 2026

2026 Worship Guide

Easter 2026

Early Childhood Guide 2026

Winning Mother’s Day One Era at a Time

Editor Picks

A Red Lodge Airbnb Retreat

Home, in Bloom

Mother’s Day Brunch that is for YOU

Read the digital issue here

The Sound of West High

IN FOCUS: Yellowstone Eye Care’s Next Chapter

Celebrations Guide 2026

Permission To Imagine

A New Chapter at The Paper Mill

SLM Featured Events

Painted Rocks of Billings

Billings Test Scores Lead the Nation

April FUNdraising Fridays at the Western Heritage Center

March Grand Re-Opening at the Western Heritage Center

Out with the Old, In with the New!

Hope on Wheels: How One Chair Kept Independence Rolling

A New Chapter at the Western Heritage Center

December at the Western Heritage Center

Billings SNAPS Back

October at the Western Heritage Center

The Spring Gift Edit 2026

Celebrations Guide 2026

Camp Guide 2026

2026 Worship Guide

Early Childhood Guide 2026

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