Billings Daily Digest Thursday, July 23, 2026
Ty's Take
The Montana Club's multimillion-dollar expansion down in Helena is the kind of project that catches attention around here, mostly because it reminds you what happens when a local business gets traction and decides to double down instead of cash out. Four new venues from one family operation says something about confidence in this part of the state, even if the physical growth is happening two hours west. Meanwhile, back home, we've got our own growing pains to sort through. The Mustangs and the city are locked up over the Dehler Park lease, and those negotiations matter more than they might seem on the surface because they're really about who gets to decide what happens to the public spaces people depend on. That's the kind of thing that tends to stick around longer than any single business deal.
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Extreme Heat Watch
Extreme Heat Watch issued July 23 at 2:37AM MDT until July 26 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures 95 to 110 possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central, and southeast Montana and north central Wyoming. * WHEN...From Friday morning through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme he...
Billings Gazette
A look inside the recently renovated Montana Club in downtown Helena
The Montana Club in downtown Helena has completed a major renovation project. The updated venue now features new amenities and a refreshed interior space.
The Original Montana Club in Helena opens four venues in multimillion-dollar revival
The Original Montana Club in Helena has launched a multimillion-dollar revival effort that has opened four new venues across the area. The expansion represents a significant investment in the Helena hospitality scene.
New job postings for Billings job seekers
Several new job openings are available for people looking for work in Billings. Interested applicants can find the full listings in the classified section.
Billings neighbors: Obituaries for July 23
Billings community members passed away and are remembered in today's obituary notices. Families and friends are invited to view the complete remembrances.
July 22 recap: Billings news you may have missed today
Billings residents can catch up on the news and events from July 22 that they may have missed. The recap covers local stories from throughout the community.
Photo: Wildfire near Lockwood burns in the hills
A wildfire near Lockwood is burning in the surrounding hills, according to recent photographs from the area. Crews are monitoring the fire's activity and spread.
Mustangs and city of Billings at odds over new Dehler Park lease agreement
The Billings Mustangs and the city of Billings are in disagreement over terms of a new lease agreement for Dehler Park. The dispute could impact the team's future at the facility.
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