Has Anything Changed?
Dear Editor, Having attended the recent BIRD meeting, my first few thoughts are these: The problems and concerns of the North Park area are the same if not similar to the South Park neighborhood. Why? Several reasons (and hopefully solutions), but could it be School District #2? Closing Garfield, North Park, Lincoln, Rimrock, Grand Avenue, […]
NOW Chief St. John Decides to Take the Crime Seriously?
Dear Editor, Hello, Council. This message is mainly for the mayor since he is technically the city of Billings “kingpin”. All jokes aside, I recently read this article https://www.ktvq.com/news/crime-watch/billings-police-chief-vows-to-take-hard-line-against-rising-gang-violence And can’t help but get furious. Because NOW the Chief decides to take the crime seriously? NOW?!?! He’s had 40+ years with this department and as […]
Obituary: Gene Hammatt
Gene Hammatt, the loving son of his mom and dad, loved by his brother, worshipped by his children, and adored by his grandchildren and great grandchildren, left his mortal body on Oct 30, 2023. Gene was blessed with many gifts and talents. He was one of those men who truly loved everything he did. As a […]
Oops, Guess They Got That Wrong – FOR 2.5 YEARS!
Dear Editor, While reading the recent Oct 27th article in “Between the Lines”, I was struck by the ironies of his commentary on the current state of the media. The writer was lamenting the decline of the print media linking it to the rise of the internet proclaiming it a “sinkhole of lies and misinformation”. […]
Was the Billings City Council a Staged Event?
Dear Editor, On July 10, in a City Council meeting, Councilman Mike Boyett made a motion to separate the two major items on the ballot for the $143 million funding request. He “apparently” felt that voters should have the choice of either OR neither of 1) $57 million for Parks and Trails and 2) $86 […]
Obituary: John Patrick Carney
John Patrick Carney, age 60, of Ballantine, Montana, passed away on October 19, 2020, from complications related to lung cancer. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Smith Funeral Chapel. A celebration of life will take place on May 25, 2024 at MetraPark. It is being held over Memorial Day Weekend as John viewed […]
Re-elect Roy Neese
Dear Editor, Reelect Roy Neese to Billings City Council Ward 2. I have known Roy for many years and have been impressed with his commitment to the City of Billings. He has served as Chairman of the Heights Task Force for two terms and brought many issues from the Heights to council members. Roy has […]
Voting is a privilege & Responsibility
Dear Editor, Voting is a privilege, with privilege comes responsibility. We have a year before a general election to prepare. Voting is a process requiring study, and involvement. Getting registered early is helpful; DMV and government class may help with registration; however, sometimes registrations are not turned in in a timely manner. The election office […]
Thank You & Those Who are Praying
Dear Editor, We have a dear friend from Wisconsin, John, who has lived in Jerusalem, Israel, for many years. He shared in the form of prayer requests a little more about Israel’s war. Also, this week, Tuesday, the Catholic Patriarch of Jerusalem, declared a day of prayer and fasting for Israel. These are indeed serious […]
Obituary: Darrell Eugene Chenoweth
Darrell Eugene Chenoweth, “Mr. Hotsy”, passed away peacefully on Oct. 21, 2023, in the family home. Darrell was born May 6, 1948, in Worland, WY, to Loren and Eunice Chenoweth. After high school Darrell served on the USS Daniel Boone submarine for five and a half years. While during his service in the Navy, he […]