City of Billings
Recent News About City of Billings
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Yellowstone County: Medicaid made up 3.2% of total income in 2022
In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.2% of income in Yellowstone County, providing an average of $2,060 per capita to residents.
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Yellowstone County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.2% of income in 2022
In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.2% of income in Yellowstone County, providing an average of $757 per capita to residents.
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Billings Logan Airport advises planning ahead as spring break travel increases
As spring break nears, Billings Logan International Airport (BIL) is advising travelers to arrange transportation to and from the airport to prevent delays.
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Billings enforces compliance with short-term rental regulations
The City of Billings is taking steps to ensure compliance with its short-term rental (STR) regulations by sending courtesy letters to property owners who are not adhering to city codes.
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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry file 4 petitions in Southeast Montana News publication area throughout 2024
Employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry based in the Southeast Montana News publication area submitted four H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Southeast Montana News Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Educational Services industry during 2024?
In 2024, seven H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Educational Services industry located within the Southeast Montana News publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Preventative screenings urged for first responders' cardiovascular safety
Jason Banfield, assistant chief of EMS for the Billings Fire Department, emphasizes the importance of preventative heart health screening due to his demanding job and family history of heart disease.
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Billings Fire Department announces tour dates for station visits in fall
The Billings Fire Department has announced the schedule for its 2025 station tours.
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Southeast Montana News Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry during 2024?
Employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry based in the Southeast Montana News publication area submitted four H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Yellowstone County launches toolkit for safer school commutes
The Yellowstone County Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Committee has introduced a new toolkit aimed at promoting walking, biking, and rolling to school.
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RiverStone Health introduces Welcome Baby program for new parents
RiverStone Health has introduced a new initiative called Welcome Baby, aimed at supporting new parents in Yellowstone County.
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Mayor Cole nominates TJ Rogers for Ward III council vacancy
Billings Mayor Bill Cole has put forward TJ Rogers as his recommendation to fill the Ward III council vacancy.
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Three residents die from flu in Yellowstone County
RiverStone Health, along with the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS), has confirmed the first influenza-related deaths in Yellowstone County for the 2024-2025 season.
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Billings mayor invites applications for vacant Ward III council seat
Mayor Bill Cole of Billings is inviting applications for the Ward III council seat, previously occupied by Denise Joy.
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Billings reaches interim deal in Colonial property dispute
An interim agreement has been reached in the ongoing legal case involving the City of Billings and the owner of a property known as the Colonial on South 27th Street.
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Billings partners with Vet READY to support military veterans
The City of Billings has partnered with the nonprofit organization Vet READY to improve its work environment for U.S. Military Veterans.
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Billings contracts SL-serco Inc. for comprehensive utility billing system audit
The City of Billings has engaged SL-serco Inc. to conduct an audit of its utility billing system, with work set to commence on November 6, 2024.
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City of Billings selects firm for utility bill audit
The City of Billings is in the process of selecting a firm to conduct an audit of its utility billing system.
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Safe Kids Yellowstone County launches fellowship to promote traffic safety among teens
Safe Kids Yellowstone County has initiated a new fellowship program aimed at enlisting high school students as advocates for traffic safety.
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Executive session rescheduled to start earlier on October 28
Monday night's Closed Executive Session on October 28 will start 30 minutes earlier than initially planned. The session is now scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. Following this, the Regular Business Meeting will commence at 5:30 p.m. in the council chambers.