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Billings Daily Digest Sunday, August 23, 2026

Ty's Take

There's something worth watching in how our kids are finding their way to help when they need it most. The mental health struggles among Montana teens aren't new, and neither is the shortage of counselors and crisis lines that can actually pick up the phone. But a new tool hitting the state offers a real shot at closing that gap, and Billings sits in a good position to see how it works in a town this size. We've got the medical infrastructure here, the regional reach into places that have even fewer options, and enough young people working through real problems that we'll know pretty quick if this thing actually moves the needle. It's worth paying attention to.

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Montana teens struggle with their mental health, access to help. A new tool hopes to change that.

Montana teenagers are facing mounting mental health challenges with limited access to treatment options in their communities. A newly developed tool aims to connect young people with the mental health resources and support they need.

Billings neighbors: Obituaries for August 23

This collection features obituaries of Billings residents who passed away, providing the community with notices of local deaths for August 23.

Photos: Saturday at the Yellowstone International Airshow

Attendees gathered at the Yellowstone International Airshow on Saturday for an action-packed day of aerial displays and aviation entertainment.

Rocky men’s soccer upsets No. 1 Grand View 2-1

Rocky's men's soccer team pulled off a stunning upset over top-ranked Grand View with a 2-1 victory. The win marks a major accomplishment for the program against one of the nation's leading teams.

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