Old things are given new life at a garage sale. One person’s used becomes another person’s new. Those funky wedges that no longer fit one person’s style become a statement piece for the next person. F...
Nestled in the heart of the MSU Billings campus lies a hidden gem: an art gallery that invites visitors to immerse themselves in a world where creativity, community, and conversation converge. Northcu...
With an impressive tally of over 10,000 surgeries performed in 2023 alone, Yellowstone Surgery Center (YSC) has firmly established itself as a national leader in ambulatory surgeries. Ranked among the...
There is something magical about camping: disconnecting from the daily routine, counting stars in the peaceful night sky, and breathing in the smell of the campfire while feasting on s'mores. For over...
Imagine a futuristic indoor garden where plants grow on white cylindrical towers that reach for the sky in spiraled rows that maximize space. The plants are watered and nourished by a pump system that...
Frank Sinatra once famously crooned, "Fly me to the moon, let me play among the stars…" He may have very well found many of those stars right here in Billings. The name of one of our most iconic perfo...
I am so honored to report on Western Security Bank’s quarterly Hands of Hope recipients. Each quarter, Western Security Bank selects a local nonprofit organization to receive a $25,000 financial gift,...
Hopkins feels strongly that public outdoor events that bring people together are vital to the health and well-being of communities. “It reminded me of the quote where it’s better to light a match than...
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...
First Federal Bank & Trust is a small-town bank in Montana’s largest city. With a branch in Billings and one in Sheridan, it’s one of three mutual banks in Montana and Wyoming. What’s a mutual bank? “...
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...
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.
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.
In 1998, I moved to Central Oregon after having lived most of my life in Montana, and my grandmother gifted me with a small cutting from her Philodendron to take for my new home.
At Element Skin Therapy, it’s all about you. Owner and founder Kialy Lessard firmly believes there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach to skincare.
In getting perspectives on fatherhood, we chose to examine the kid side of the equation. And when we say “kid,” no stone was left unturned; we’ve got (anonymous) insight from “kids” ages 5-95.
As the sun begins to linger longer in the sky and the temperature climbs, our thoughts naturally turn to outdoor living. Whether you have a sprawling backyard or a cozy balcony, your outdoor space has...
“Why would you be excited to write about me?” asked Elena Hert when I told her I wanted to tell her story to our community of readers. The owner of a small, home-based baking business that is in its s...
On those hot summer days when you cannot face turning on the oven and spending your afternoon in the kitchen, a grilled dinner is more than welcome. Meat, veggies, and corn on the cob are all popular...
We've got you covered on all of the 2024 4th of July happenings here!
Billings is known as Montana’s trailhead for many reasons. As the city serves a pivotal role as the gateway to much of the rest of the state and region, locals and visitors alike come for the many ame...
Fortunately for the bustling town of Billings, the summer days AND nights are just beginning as we look toward what the summer months have to offer in the music scene. Summer music events illuminate p...
Central Wellness exists to make a positive difference in every client’s life, one experience at a time. With a wide variety of services, owner and co-founder Janine Griffin prides herself on empowerin...
Being outdoors just goes with the territory of life in the Treasure State. We have an abundance of opportunities to get out there, whether it’s to fish, hike, camp, ski, paddle, or just hang out by a...
We live in Montana; odds are the outdoors are calling in some way – even if you consider yourself to be an avid indoorsman. Fortunately, there are options galore at our fingertips. It’s a pick-your-ow...
Spanning 65 acres on Billings’ West End, the Ridgeline community boasts premier, single, and multi-family homes and opportunities for commercial development like restaurants and retail space.
Now in its 42nd year, the Montana Women's Run has become synonymous with Mother's Day weekend in the Magic City and it might surprise you just how it got started back in 1982. Learn about its inceptio...
A lasting tradition in the Billings community for over the last 4 decades, the Montana Women's Run has earned a special place in the hearts of Montana Women. These are just a few stories that offer a...
Anytime a small business reaches their 25th anniversary, it’s worth celebrating. Check out how RocHouse has broken the mold in the ways they’re serving women in Billings.
Discover the vital importance of skin health in our latest article, just in time for Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Delve into expert insights from Dr. Tanya Riddle of Billings Dermatology and Aesthetic...
Get to know Billings ArtWalk, behind the scenes with Jill Jussila-Patterson.
Clean freshwater is a precious resource globally. In Billings, all the water we use is coming from and going back into the Yellowstone River. It’s a privilege to draw on the last major undammed river...
With multiple ways to rest, renew and recharge, Yellowstone Hot Springs offers a unique, one-of-a-kind soaking experience for travelers near and far. The water is rich in minerals, the pools are set a...
Locally owned and operated, Yellowstone Ice & Water continues to provide the Billings community and surrounding areas with quality ice and water.
The Billings area is ripe with venues where you can immerse yourself in the live music scene. Today, we're bringing you just a taste of what our community has to offer!
Mayor's World Languages Dinner: Billings’ multilingual community gets together for an evening of networking and fellowship that brings together people from all corners of the planet.
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...
