The joy that can be bundled up in the simplicity of just a few words – spoken or written, it matters not. While giving a compliment might roll right off the tongue, receiving it can be another matter...
A new physical therapy clinic on the West End of Billings aims to change how providers work with clients. By assessing an athlete before injury strikes, physical therapist Dr. Blerim Dibra hopes to he...
This month we are diving into a world of compassion and innovation with Caring Hands Veterinary Hospital as they unveil their brand-new clinic on S. 24th Street West. The new clinic proves its dedicat...
Domestic & Sexual Violence Services is celebrating 25 years of hope and action. The first step in turning hope into action is education. The more we as a community can learn about the violence afflict...
Easter 2024: March 31
This year, Easter is on March 31, 2024, so bookmark this page and check back often for the scoop on Easter Egg Hunts and Happenings in and around Billings!
Amidst Billings’ growth over the past few decades, several local business owners are dedicated to preserving the rich nostalgia and success of iconic establishments in Billings.
Safeguard Your Family's Health with Intermountain Health! Discover the latest flu prevention insights and services in Billings, Montana. Learn why a flu shot is your winter coat against severe illness...
Meet Karyn, a respected painter whose art can be found in restaurants, coffee houses, and modern homes both locally and nationally, and Sadie, who is popping onto the scene as a rising star in the art...
Explore the many ways to boost your wellness during the cold winter months, including infrared saunas, hot tubs, cold plunges, vitamin D, and embracing the great outdoors, for a healthier and revitali...
Come inside the pages and behind the scenes with co-authors of '100 Things to Do in Billings,' Gina Tarnacki and Nancy Icopini.
January is the month for new beginnings, fresh starts, and a list of resolutions to get us back on the right track. But we are creatures of habit, which makes creating new ones difficult and can leave...
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Billings' holiday spirit! Our latest article illuminates the history and magic of Christmas lights, from their humble candlelit beginnings to the dazzling a...
Experience the magic of the holiday season in and around Billings with our ultimate bucket list of must-do activities.
Head Start is more than preschool. It’s a multi-generational approach to help children and families prepare for school and life by engaging parents and families to build the strong foundation children...
Local jewelry expert Matt Bonner ups the game with his new business, Yellowstone Jewelers. Read on to see how he makes your experience in his store totally different.
Holiday Nights is back and creating more magical memories with its magnificent walk-through displays this season that boasts over 10 million lights. Open Thursdays-Sundays through December 24, it’s op...
The busiest shopping season of the year is almost upon us. In this article, you will find “can’t miss” stops on your Black Friday shopping adventures and suggestions to fill your belly as well as your...
As we aim to "Keep the Cheer Here" this holiday season, the Billings Chamber is celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit by spotlighting several small business owners and their inspiring stories and har...
Exciting news from Billings' Art House Cinema & Pub! Phase Two is here, bringing a 100-person theater, a 50-person theater, and a versatile event space. Get ready for live music, poetry readings, and...
Our highly-anticipated 2023 Holiday Gift Guide is here AND a month earlier than usual to get your shopping season started right! There’s something for everyone on your list! Support our local business...
The vibrant Billings arts culture is flourishing. Art galleries and museums, live performances, and public art installations are all adding beauty to our community, sparking conversations, and creatin...
Montana Silversmiths, a leader in quality Western fashion jewelry and buckles, has broken a Guinness World Record for creating the World’s Largest Belt Buckle. “Big Buck” weighs in at over 1000 pounds...
The Billings Chamber of Commerce has made a commitment to growing community pride, and one great way to do that is by way of volunteering.
Our community has many amazing nonprofit organizations! Here in Simply Local Magazine's 2023 Nonprofit Guide, you can find many of them. It's a year-round resource with their story, services, and con...
Pretty Shield (1856-1944), a Crow Medicine Woman, didn’t set out to make such a big name for herself, as Crow historian Mardell Plainfeather shares. “She merely did her job as a [mother and] grandmoth...
Embrace Beauty at Any Age with Central Wellness! Janine Griffin, CEO of Central Wellness, believes that everyone deserves to feel and look their best, regardless of age. With a vision of empowering wo...
Gratitude in Action Prosper is a worthy recipient of the Hands of Hope award. GIA Prosper is a multi-faceted campaign dedicated to enhancing services to low-income individuals in recovery.
Although adults may not be quite so ready to throw caution to the wind and chase summer’s adventures with the abandon of kids, we can still find ways to soak in the longer days and balmy evenings, eve...
Billings Clinic seeks Level 1 Trauma Center Status, giving patients a chance to receive top-notch care closer to home.
Big Sky Bravery is dedicated to supporting active-duty Special Operations Forces personnel between deployments to help them survive the trauma that goes along with high-risk missions. Through weeklong...
Planning a trip? Don’t sleep on using a travel agent. HighDTravel is a local travel business dedicated to making your next vacation the most memorable one yet - and the best part is, their services ar...
The Last Best Place. We live here, and we know it. Montana is our own little slice of paradise, often hidden from the eyes of the rest of the world. Yellowstone has put a national spotlight on the lif...
Montague’s Silver at Paris Montana Mercantile adds a touch of sophistication to Billings’ Downtown.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness, or NAMI, is a lifeline for peers and their loved ones and a valuable resource for the community. NAMI’s local branch, NAMI Billings, offers education classes,...
Learn how to get a $1,000 grant for your non-profit or tax-exempt organization, courtesy of First Federal Bank’s Community Commitment program.
Nowadays, there seems to be a lack of clarity, an oblique status regarding the male role. Yet men still hold a unique position in this world, and that uniqueness, in action, is what we’re trying to ta...
“It doesn’t make any difference if it’s a single rose or a thousand roses,” Mick Gainan says of his family’s multi-generational floral and garden business. “Everybody is buying something for some reas...
Summertime is amazing in Billings - with a natural playground to get out and explore. The lure of the outdoors can zap our motivation to keep up with our exercise routine. Check out different ways to...
Some dads build a legacy through their family, with the hope that they get to watch their children grow up and have children of their own. Likewise, independent business owners gain a double legacy wh...
In every woman lies a unique and beautiful spirit, but on every woman rests the weightiness of the world. Mentally strong women embrace gifts and challenges alike to pursue contentment over comparison...
IV Nutrition may sound clinical - but this warm and inviting business is focused on helping you thrive in the best version of yourself. Learn more about Sara Nelson’s passion for healing in this month...
Have you ever dreamed about pulling up stakes, moving to the country, and opening a flower farm? Kelton and Jenna Monson did just that. Click on the link to read about my delightful conversation with...
New to thrifting? We scoured the internet and got top tips from local experts to help you on your next thrifting adventure. Spoiler alert: When it comes to thrifting, time and patience are key.
Underground Fashion Exchange is a unique shopping destination for Billings shoppers looking for a way to expand their wardrobe without increasing demand on the planet. The shop scours estate sales, ga...
Tessa Eliason, author of the Ross Creek Cedars article Hidden in the 406, writes about her experience traveling to the Cedars, she encompasses the unique features they house, and shares why people sho...
Each year the Billings Chamber of Commerce awards exceptional leaders whose impact and example deserve recognition - not simply for their accomplishments but also for their character, leadership, and...
Woven throughout the pages of this issue are difference-makers, like you and me, stepping out into uncharted waters and stepping up into voids to fill needs as they see them. Spurred forward by convic...
Have you ever stopped and wondered: What kind of neighbor am I? What exactly is a good neighbor? Of course, we could probably all agree that we want to be good neighbors, but what that looks and sound...
In her debut book, DeAnn uses life stories to show how words can either tear down or build up. Read on to learn why DeAnn wrote Throwing Confetti.
There are many ways a company can make its employees feel valued, let’s look at a few ideas to help foster community, boost morale, and build connections.
"They teach us how to go to war, but they don't teach us how to come home." -Miguel Gonzalez
Southeast Montana has a camping adventure for everyone’s level of comfort. Some people prefer to camp off-grid for the solitude. Others love to stay in luxury campgrounds and enjoy Wi-Fi. It does not...
The Billings Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to have Captain Sandra Yawn (“Captain Sandy”) - renowned superyacht captain made famous by the television show Below Deck Mediterranean - as the keynote sp...
No one wants to think about the worst that can happen, but so often in life, we plan for the worst and hope for the best. With that in mind, let's have a heart-to-heart about organ donation, shall we?
Though telehealth became more prominent during the COVID-19 pandemic, Montana had already been leading the charge since the early 1990s. With federal funding, the Montana Telehealth Alliance was launc...
Here we are in the ‘Love Month’ of February, but love shouldn’t be contained to just one day of the year. Instead, what if we decide this month to be more intentional every day to show our love to tho...
The anticipation of a vacation is *almost* just as thrilling as the actual vacation. Efficient travel planning is essential to a successful vacation, and the sooner you begin this process, the better...
With the holiday season behind us, the winter months can often be long. There isn’t much to look forward to as we wait out the snow and extremely cold temperatures. Making plans for a winter escape co...
Are your New Year’s fitness goals stressing you out? Do you associate working out with the pressure to perform? If so, give this article by our in-house Health Coach, Chantel Oakley, a quick read. Lea...
When I consider the spirit of Montana, mixed-media artist Angie Cragwick immediately comes to mind. A Montana-born girl, she has taken a lifetime of tuning into the spirit of this unique and somewhat...
Our highly-anticipated 2022 Holiday Gift Guide is here, and there’s something for everyone on your list! Support our local businesses and families this season.
There’s even more to love this holiday season with the addition of Holiday Nights in Billings. A visit to ZooMontana for the event will immerse you in a world of twinkling lights and holiday cheer as...
The city of Billings applied for LEED for Cities certification and was assessed and scored by a third party in seven measurable categories: Integrative Process, Ecology and Natural Systems, Transporta...
Our community has many amazing nonprofit organizations! Here in Simply Local Magazine's 2022 Nonprofit Guide you can find many of them. A year-long resource with their story, services, and contact i...
November is a time to show gratitude and give thanks. It’s also the perfect time of year to practice good deeds and random acts of kindness. Whether you have a little spare time give, a unique skill...
The 2022 Billings Clinic Classic made a triumphant return to Downtown Billings on August 27, with proceeds benefiting the Clinic’s work to begin Phase I of a multiyear effort to become a Level 1 Traum...
Although it has been in practice for hundreds of years, Hypnosis is an often misunderstood treatment modality. Tamara Boggio is the owner and founder of Vero Sé Hypnosis, a Red Lodge-based practice th...
Local entrepreneur Veronica Zimmerman shines with hand-poured scented soy candles. Available in a clean concrete vessel design as well as whimsical shaped candles and wax melts, this company is sure t...
Like the rest of the nation, Billings is feeling a financial crunch. Inflation, gas prices, interest rates, home and rent prices, and a low-performing stock market are all interconnected and creating...
Money matters can be stressful, but when you prepare and plan you can feel more secure about your financial future. With the help of some local experts, we have some practical financial tips for all a...
Central Wellness is a medical and aesthetic spa with a brand new West End location. Their patient-centric approach to overall wellness and beauty serves clients from all ages and walks of life. With a...
Check out this month’s Woman to Watch, Hanna Bloom of Bloom Business Solutions. Making the complexities of running a business easy, Hanna assures, “you just sit back, and I will handle everything.” B...
The game of golf is one for the ages, as it has been played for centuries. Both men and women have found huge success in the sport. Local golfers, Leslie Spalding and Marcus Drange, are two of the bes...
Keith Bishop is the founder and owner of Clarity Automotive Group, a local company that seeks to help clients easily navigate the complex world of car sales. By meeting a need for consumer support and...
To build a home is to plant, tend, and enjoy trees. Bright falling leaves promise of a spring to come, evergreens color our winters, budding lilacs in spring ignite hope in our souls, and dense green...
Staff picks for terrific tee times!
Life is busy, and time is short. Establishing a priority list and setting healthy boundaries is something we all struggle with from time to time. But one thing is certain; without our physical health,...
Do you find it challenging to commit to an exercise plan but want to adopt a healthy lifestyle and keep active throughout your day? Even if you only have a few minutes, try these 30 ways to squeeze in...
For Billings' locals, look no further than Orangetheory Fitness and Nekter Juice Bar. The neighboring businesses are the perfect pair, as you can stop for a heart-pumping workout followed by a freshly...
Custom luxury hatmaker Darren James takes pride in creating wearable works of art. By combining high-quality materials with an eye for creative design, his company, D.James, fashions heirloom quality...
Billings has a ton of incredible art covering various walls throughout the city. We're back with our second installment of Billings Street Art.
Pickleball just so happens to be the fastest-growing sport that you may never have heard of! Best described as a mix of racket/paddle sports (think tennis, ping pong, and racquetball), it’s a fun, soc...
“This is a place for people who love the same unloved thing,” Andy Bottman used to say of the Disc Golf Billings Club before the local disc golf community grew and gained visibility in recent years. T...
“Small town family dental practices have a different vibe than corporate practices. We love being able to accommodate the whole family with side-by-side appointments, same-day treatments without sacri...
"Frae" means "from" in Scottish dialect, and it's the mantra of Billings' new modern mercantile for sustainable, everyday shopping. This unique shop focuses on the origin – vetting quality, mindful pr...
"In Montana, there are three things we are never late for. Church, supper, and fishing." -Paul Maclean, 'A River Runs Through It'
How can we create systems that will continue to thrive, with benefits instead of detriment to those down the road? A dry climate, unique water situation, large population, portion of the city at a hig...
Montana Trailhead Inn is a new Billings hotel with a lot of history and nostalgia at its core. Previously the Red Lion Hotel, and prior to that, the Holiday Inn, this West End hotel has been remodeled...
Across the city of Billings, there are hundreds - maybe thousands - of wooden keychains in the pockets of firefighters, police officers, members of the military, medical professionals, retail workers,...
The sun isn't the only thing heating up this summer! what better way Wo celebrate your loved one than by whisking them away for a unique and unforgettable romantic getaway?
Visitors touching down at Montana's Trailhead will receive more than a welcome as they walk to baggage claim. They'll receive the inspiration and information they need to have a memorable adventure in...
The Billings Chamber’s 2022 Business Excellence award recipients are truly making a difference for their networks of friends and family and in their workplaces, the community, and the next generation....
Meet Billings Chamber of Commerce board member, Krikor Jansezian, Ph.D., COO St. Vincent Healthcare.
The Chamber's new online business resource center, BillingsDEI.com, is home to many resources available for businesses and individuals to explore diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) implementation...
Billings has a ton of incredible art covering various walls throughout the city. Check out our first installment of Billings Street Art.
Located on Washington Street, DanWalt Gardens is in the city but secluded enough by nature to feel as though you are not.
“I have a really broad interest in art, and narrowing it down has been the hardest part,” said Becca Mueller of starting Mountain Side Designs.
The history of the Yellowstone River is fraught with adventure and action, war and treachery, sustenance and provision. Its waters have given life to nomadic peoples, carried explorers, sustained agri...
Their method takes a nuanced and sophisticated approach to grazing – managing timing and stock density for 500 head of cattle. “It’s taken us 40 years to figure it out,” Bill Milton says humbly.