Illegal mailer prompts Libertarian to endorse Matt Rosendale
Originally published for the 11/2/18 print edition of Yellowstone County News. HUNTLEY — Libertarian U.S. Senate candidate Rick Breckenridge ended his campaign and endorsed Republican Matt Rosendale on Wednesday, citing an illegal campaign mailer that promoted his “conservative” values. In a telephone conference call with Montana reporters, Breckenridge said he may receive only 3 to […]
Obituary: Jerry “Grandpa Grump” Hinz
Jerry “Grandpa Grump” Hinz Born July 10 1937 Delano Heights MT – son of Herb & Opal Hinz Passed October 26 2018 Billings MT Jerry was affectionately known as Grandpa Grump to most who knew him. He embraced the moniker & even named his truck GGrump. We knew him as Pops, Dad, Grandpa, Great Grandpa […]
Obituary: Charles (Chuck) William Roberts
A great man, Charles (Chuck) William Roberts, 69, passed away the morning of October 25 in Billings, MT. Chuck was born Dec 8, 1948 to Charles (Bob) and Jeannette Roberts in Baker, MT. Chuck had lived many places throughout his life, and moved to Worden, MT just 5 years ago. Chuck was a hard-working and […]
Parties seek mediation to resolve city franchise fee lawsuit
Originally published in the 10/26/18 print edition of the Yellowstone County News. BILLINGS — A lawsuit filed against the City of Billings by six residents who say utility franchise fees are illegal may be resolved through mediation or negotiation. But first, city officials and the plaintiffs have to reach a “good faith” agreement from […]
Obituary: Bruce Duane Harris
Bruce Duane Harris was born to Owen Harris and Amy Hebert Harris on May 22, 1947, in Sidney. He grew up a rambunctious youth, playing football and riding motorcycles with his brothers. Later in life, he discovered the joy to be had hunting and fishing. His “Happy Place” was along the Stillwater River. Bruce retired a Major in […]
Griffin elected president of Montana Medical Association
Originally published in the 10/19/18 print edition of Yellowstone County News. BILLINGS – Billings native and physician Jonathan S. Griffin has been elected president of the Montana Medical Association. Griffin was elected at the association’s 140th annual membership and board of trustees Meeting at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. Griffin is a member of the MMA […]
YCN Snap Shot runner-up winners
Here are two images that achieved runner up status to the Yellowstone County News “YCN Snap Shot” contest for this year. The first place image won $100 with 2nd place winning $50 and third place getting honorable mention. With about 60 images that were submitted to the Yellowstone County News, we thank all those […]
Obituary: Preston Ray Sweeney, Sr. “Sweeney”
Preston Ray Sweeney, Sr. “Sweeney” was born on Nov. 2, 1931, and was just a few days from his 87th birthday when he left this world on Oct. 19, 2018. His parents, Wilbert Preston Sweeney and Alta Faye Kephart Sweeney, moved to Billings from Holt County, Missouri, in the 1920s. Sweeney’s first job was working […]
Obituary: Richard Joseph Miller
Richard Joseph Miller passed away on Saturday, October 13, 2018, age 72. He was born to Harry and Minola (Grammar) Miller on June 26, 1946 at home in Keeline, WY. Dick was raised on the family ranch with his 9 brothers and 2 sisters before moving to Glenrock, where he excelled in high […]
AND the winner is…
Here is the #1 winner of the YCN Snap Shot image that was submitted to the Yellowstone County News contest. Second Place won $50. You can view the 2nd and honorable mention images here. Third place got honorable mention. View the final round images here.