MontanaFair to procced without Rodeo, Supercross & Concerts
Updates on the progress for planning for Montana Fair were announced at the end of last week by Manager Bill Dutcher. Fair organizers are attempting to produce the event in compliance with Health Department protocols for social distancing and hygiene practices that will minimize the risk of spreading COVID-19. Dutcher stated that as the biggest […]
Montana Constitution Doesn’t Allow for Lockdown
Dear Editor, “Guard with jealous attention the public liberty. Suspect everyone who approaches that jewel.”—Patrick Henry
Shepherd School Getting Face Lift
Shepherd School is being revamped via a large multiphase construction project that has been long overdue. The project encompasses many renovations; however, one can expect to see some large changes and additions that will help both staff and students once they’re completed.
6th Avenue Underpass Upgrade Planned for 2022
The design for the improvement planned in 2022 for the Underpass Avenue at 6th, Central and State Avenue in Billings, is complete. The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) announced that the newly-designed project incorporates new traffic signals, storm drain, lighting, improved pedestrian facilities, and upgraded signing to enhance these intersections, promote accessibility and improve safety.
Obituary: William Frederick Tryan
William Frederick Tryan, (Bill, Billy, Wild Bill), son of Winnifred Krassin and Albert Tryan, was born in the Smoke Creek area south of Flaxville, March 3, 1931. He attended the Smoke Creek School and resided in the same area that he was born, until moving 1 mile north in 1956.
$80 Million MetraPark plan with No Horse Racing
In presentations this past week to several groups of local officials, the master planner for Metra Park laid forth three different options of how to develop Metra Park in the future.