Winter in Montana is a great time to get outside and explore! Our beautiful state offers a wide variety of enjoyable winter activities. Local businesses can help with gear, so you’ll be set to bust th...
While winter sports and playing in the snow can be a blast, freezing temperatures often limit the fun and games. For those moments when the frost bites a little too hard, there’s nothing better than r...
Welcome to the 2025 Wellness Guide! This resource connects you to local fitness experts, health professionals, and wellness centers. Look to these industry leaders for all your health and wellness nee...
With Christmas and New Year’s behind us, the long stretch of winter can feel daunting. It’s easy to slip into a routine of cozying up indoors, longing for the sun-soaked days of summer. But Montana wi...
"When in doubt, eat pasta. That's my motto." - Vince Vaughn As January arrives, many of us turn our thoughts to healthier habits. After a season of holiday indulgence, the promise of a fresh start s...
Few things are as satisfying as a bowl of fresh pasta draped in a rich, savory sauce. This recipe combines Yellowstone Pasta Company's playful zucca shapes with a simple yet flavorful blend of ripe to...
Over his 25 years in the trade, Heath Olson of Bighorn Construction and Drywall has witnessed plenty of redundancy in the home building industry. “A lot of houses have gotten more similar over the yea...
The days are short, and the nights are long. The air is cold, and cabin fever is starting to settle its way into your heart and mind. You’ve enjoyed the holidays and gotten a little rest and relaxatio...
Easy Hors D'oeuvres & Sparkling Cocktailshat kind of home cook are you? Maybe you're the type who starts planning holiday meals as early as October,meticulously organizing lists and shopping ahead to...
While the idea of renting an Airbnb might conjure up images of sunny days at abeach or on a lake house deck’s lounge chair, snug mountain cabins offer plentyof families fun year-round.
The Billings Parade of Homes has been celebrating the craftsmanship and creativity of homebuilders and designersfor upwards of 30 years, which is about as long as local builder Branding Iron Construc...
The holiday card season brings with it a sense of excitement, nostalgia, and warmth. One cherished tradition that often shines brightly during this time is the exchange of Christmas cards.
We love them both,” says LaVie CEO Cindy Nordstog, who refers to pregnant moms seeking services and their unborn babies. LaVie Health stands boldly in the heart of downtown Billings as a beacon of hop...
Our community has many amazing nonprofit organizations! Here in Simply Local Magazine's 2024 Nonprofit Guide, you can find many of them. It's a year-round resource with their story, services, and con...
A stunning five-bedroom, seven-bathroom house comfortably nestled on 1.25 acres is the newest addition to The Timbers, a new subdivision off Alkali Creek and a feature of the Parade of Homes.
After years of thoughtful planning, Kibler & Kirch is excited to open the doors of its new store in downtown Billings. Located at 2807 1st Avenue North, this grand opening will unveil a beautifully re...
Lighting does more than illuminate your home. It shapes the mood, defines the ambiance, and influences our emotions.
Family was evident upon walking into the doors of NaRa at 10am on a Saturday, as the restaurant was preparing to open later that day.
For most of us, the holidays are the perfect time to bring back family traditions. That can take the form of decorating the house with old, familiar items, revisiting books and movies that the entire...
As the 2024 holiday season approaches, there's no better time to shop local and discover a wide array of thoughtfully curated gifts from our community’s retailers and artisans. This year’s Holiday Gif...
There’s something special about transforming your home: updating a kitchen to be more functional, watching natural light stream through new windows, or stepping onto a brand-new deck that invites you...
“The Parade of Homes is a family affair,” share Greg and Erin McCall, along with their daughter Abby Mitchell. Since McCall Homes’ debut at the Parade in 2005, it has been a cherished tradition, invol...
Have you ever dreamed of a home that adjusts to your needs before you even ask? One that turns on the lights and warms itself to the desired temperature right before you walk through the front door?
As the weather cools down, we are thinking of cozy sweaters, bonfires, and everything pumpkin: pumpkin-spiced lattes, pumpkin bread, and the much beloved and traditional pumpkin pie. Get ready to ditc...
“Cooking and baking is both physical and mental therapy.” – Mary Berry
Building a brand-new home can be exciting with its customizable floor plans, energy-saving measures, and personalized finishes. But there are plenty of advantages to buying an existing home, too. Acco...
We are now four years into the work-from-home surge, and it seems as though, for many people, this is their permanent work setup. A home office has major perks with a dedicated workspace, organization...
Wood-fired pizza ovens, chef's counters, Mediterranean dishes, and local artwork - can you guess which iconic Billings restaurant this describes? That's right, Bistro Enzo and Wine Bar (Enzo), nestled...
The permeation of technology today is undeniable. We carry it around, wear it on our bodies, and build our days around it. Smartphones provide access to many amazing things and create opportunities fo...
Our nation's youth are in a mental health crisis. In October 2021, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP), and the Children's Hospita...
Sara and Steve Kerr were on a leisurely drive on US Highway 212 when they thought of stopping by West Bench Home Furnishings, just outside of Roberts. Attracted by the wide variety of furniture they c...
Could you use more space to store your boat, RV, and other recreational toys? Is your garage bursting at the seams, making it impossible to tinker with your latest project? Or maybe your spare bedroom...
Sow in the spring, harvest in the fall – that’s gardening, right? Plant, wait, reap a bounty - it seems like a straightforward and organized process, but harvesting can be more complex and much less l...
Do you have vegetarian or vegan friends coming to dinner? Serve them this dish, and you’ll be sure to gain their appreciation. Or add it as a flavorful side dish to steak, pork roast, or grilled fish...
The end of summer is always bittersweet. While we look forward to cooling temps, fall colors, and the return of routine, letting go of the longer days, warm sun, time with our kids, and the endless fe...
At the thought of a county fair, most people envision a dizzying swirl of cotton candy and the constant clamor of carnival games. More than an evening spent riding the Ferris Wheel or cooling off with...
Summer is a great time to think about reorganizing the garage. The weather’s warm, and the driveway becomes an extension of a natural workspace as you sort through your belongings. But garages pose an...
One of the best things about late summer is the availability of fresh produce grown right here in our state. The farmers' markets are brimming with colorful, nutritious produce, tempting us to “eat th...
As summer winds down and the days grow shorter, the excitement of a new school year begins to buzz. Whether you're prepping your kids for their first day back or gearing up for a fresh start yourself,...
Agriculture is at the heart of every community. Every plate shared by family and friends traces back to the hands and lands of those who produced the food enjoyed. This connectivity to our food and ou...
Home. Countless words have been written about what makes a house a home, and many more will be added, no doubt.
The tiny house movement is a growing trend that is captivating homeowners looking for simplicity and efficiency.
Blame it all on my roots - at the height of summer, I miss those lively European outdoor cafés terribly.
"Don’t make the story about how long I’ve been doing this,” Curt Prchal asked me during a recent visit to Dehler Park.
Summer is the perfect season to indulge in cool, refreshing treats, and our community offers a vibrant array of options that cater to every taste.
The Billings Mustangs have been an integral piece of the city since their inception in 1948, writing a history marked by triumphs, relationships, and resilience.
It’s July, and though Little League has mostly wrapped up for the summer, America’s favorite pastime is still in full swing.
The love of the game drives us to play hard and cheer loudly. And if our kids are on the field, there’s little we won’t do to support their devotion to the game.
Nestled in the heart of Billings, Craft Local stands as a beacon of artistic expression and cultural vibrancy.
As Billings continues to expand and develop, so does the next generation of business leaders in our community.
