Holly has spent over 20 years in business management and training. On the verge of being an empty nester, (keeping the husband though!) she is seizing the opportunity to reignite her passion for writing, photography, and art. Also an advocate for mental health awareness, she is looking forward to the next chapter in her life. 

Maker's Space: Jerrid Gray

Getting to know artist, Jerrid Gray, in October 2021's Maker's Space.

Maker's Space: Josh Chilton, Flying V Montana

Josh Chilton's signature snow-capped mountain style and trout have become his calling card.

Jesse Jennings: Jennco Designs, Billings, MT

Not many artists specialize in bringing other people's vision to life, but that's precisely what Jesse Jennings of Jennco Designs loves to do.

Maker's Space: Terri Porta

Getting to know artist Terri Porta in SLM's May 2021 Maker's Space.

Maker's Space: Traci Anderson

Highlighting artist Traci Anderson in April's Maker's Space.

Inviting Us Inward: Community Leaders Explore Their Enneagram

Five community leaders invite us inwards and reveal their Enneagram number and what that assessment meant to them.

The Art of Gift-Giving

Did you know that gift giving is actually an act that can strengthen bonds and relationships?

Fa La La La Fabulous: Festive Fixings

Scrumptious food is synonymous with the holidays and the staff at Simply Local gathered up some of our favorite appetizer, dessert, and drink recipes to share with you.

A Love of Local Drives Simply Local Marketplace

Introducing Simply Local Marketplace, a retail boutique featuring the works and goods of local makers and artists. Shop local!

A Look Inside the HER Campaign

Britney and Sammy Higgs founded the HER Campaign in 2016. It is a local organization dedicated to the growth of safehouses and healing for women that have been victims of sexual exploitation.

Local Makers Making a Difference: Rock Creek Soaps

Rock Creek Soaps is more than a female-owned, Billings success story, this is a business actively making a difference in our community.

Hydrotherapy: More Than Just a Hot Tub

Hot tubs, they offer far more benefits than just being a nice place to relax and unwind.

Not Just Another Night Out

Looking to up the ante on your weekend adventures, Billings has a ton of outside-of-the-box options, check a few out!

When Fun Meets Fit

We know that exercise is both good for the body and the mind, but sometimes it's hard to get the ball rolling. Find ways to let fun meet fit to keep the motivation coming!

Old vs New

Whether it's breathing new life into antiques or appreciating an antique in its original form, there is something to be said for creating a marriage between old and new in your home decor.

Collections and Collectors

The things that people can collect vary greatly and those "things" that are so much more than that to the collector almost always have a story to tell. Discover the stories behind these local collect...

Montana Makers

Enjoy the stories of these local makers; come discover the connection they bring to our community.

A Ride of Passage: The Red Lodge Experience

The "Red Lodge Summer Trip" is a rite (or ride, rather) of passage for residents of Billings and the surrounding areas. Though tourists flock to the small community by the thousands, the town seems to...

For the Love of Supporting Local

Why shop local? What does it mean to shop local? Let's talk.

A Pandemic in Pictures

As a worldwide pandemic sweeps the nation and rocks the world, our Montana community members, businesses, and organizations are witnessing the ramifications first-hand. May this snapshot gallery serve...