Harvest of Giving

In this edition, we celebrate the givers, the individuals, and organizations dedicated to building a flourishing community, one non-profit at a time. Our 2023 Non-Profit Guide provides inspiration for giving back throughout the year.

Read the October 2023 digital issue here!

Connecting Through Creativity: Art in Our Community

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...

Buckle Up, Montana - A Larger Than Life Masterpiece

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...

2023 Non-Profit Guide

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...

Building Community Pride

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.

Giving Back by Fostering: One Family’s Story

I asked the Seymours what they would like prospective foster parents to know before they enter the world of loving these children. Here is their list.

The Power of CASA Advocates: Transforming the Lives of Children in Foster Care

A firsthand account of CASA's impact, this is Jess's story.

The Teal Pumpkin Project: Making Halloween Safe for All

For parents with children with food allergies, Halloween and trick-or-treating can be especially stressful and downright scary (in a not-fun way). How can you be a good neighbor this Halloween? Come...

Transforming Billings: How the Parks and Recreation Bond Will Shape the City

Discover the profound impact of Billings' Parks and Recreation Bond! From revitalizing parks to a new community recreation center, this investment promises a safer, healthier, and more vibrant Billing...

The Dessert Diaries: A Month-Long Celebration of All Things Sweet

From rich and gooey to fresh and fruity, from sweet and salty to exotic and adventurous, there's a dessert personality for everyone. National Dessert Month is a time to indulge, celebrate, and cherish...

Pineapple & Coconut Cake with Chantilly Cream

Enjoy a taste of the tropics with this light and zesty pineapple and coconut cake, which is sure to please even the most discerning palates. Adding crushed pineapple to the cake batter confers a uniqu...

Financing Your Dream Home in 2024

Do you hope to buy your dream home in 2024? If the current market has given you pause, it’s probably for good reason. What used to be heralded as a sensible and safe investment, buying a home, is now...

House to Haven with Timesquare Furniture

When it comes to buying furniture, it can be anything but serene or welcoming. That is until you walk into locally-owned Timesquare Furniture, where you instantly get the vibe that this store is diffe...

On Parade: The Nines: Custom Homes Done to Perfection

While some homes featured in the Billings Parade of Homes charm prospective homeowners with their colossal-size and extravagant features, their corresponding price tag can be just as astounding. That...