Billings Daily Digest Wednesday, October 07, 2026
Ty's Take
The Stillwater Mine agreement ending a month of strikes is the kind of news that matters to working people across the whole region, but the real story might be sitting right there in the driveway approvals the council just passed. Wider, larger driveways after Missoula builders raised concerns, which is a small thing until you realize it signals something bigger about how this town is building itself. We're not the same Billings we were five years ago, and every decision about setbacks and concrete footprints ripples through neighborhoods from the Heights to West End. Meanwhile the weather keeps doing what weather does in late fall around here now, getting wetter and warmer in ways our grandparents wouldn't recognize. There's a lot changing at once in this town, and not all of it gets a headline.
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Council approves wider, larger driveways after Missoula builders raise concerns
Missoula builders successfully petitioned the council to approve larger and wider driveways for new residential construction. The changes aim to accommodate modern vehicle sizes and improve property functionality.
Billings neighbors: Obituaries for October 7
This collection features obituaries of Billings residents who passed away around October 7.
Workers reach agreement at Stillwater Mine after month of striking
After a month of striking, workers at Stillwater Mine have reached a new agreement with management. The deal marks an end to the labor dispute at the facility.
Shots ring out in video from Billings shooting scene
Video footage captures the moment gunfire erupted at a shooting scene in Billings. The incident remains under investigation by local authorities.
Shots ring out in video from Billings shooting scene
Newly released video documents the sounds and moments of a shooting that occurred in Billings. Police continue to gather details about the incident.
Montana falls getting wetter and warmer
Montana's fall season is becoming wetter and warmer as both maximum and minimum temperatures climb statewide. The minimum temperatures are rising faster than maximum readings, which will influence atmospheric conditions like dewpoint levels in the coming months.
Montana falls getting wetter and warmer
Weather patterns across Montana show that fall conditions are shifting toward warmer and wetter trends. Scientists note significant changes in seasonal temperature behavior affecting the state.
Norman's record performance earns golfer of the week
A local golfer earned golfer of the week honors following an impressive record performance on the course. The achievement highlights the player's recent excellence in competition.
Klimko ties record as Rocky women share lead at Carroll
Klimko tied a record at Carroll as Rocky's women's golf team moved into a share of the lead. The team's strong showing positions them competitively in the standings.
Fynn Sweeting named CCC offensive player of the week
Fynn Sweeting was named the Cascade College Conference offensive player of the week for an outstanding performance. The honor recognizes Sweeting's exceptional play during the conference week.
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