Billings Daily Digest Sunday, October 18, 2026
Ty's Take
Scott Twito's move to interim U.S. attorney leaves Yellowstone County without its top prosecutor right in the middle of an election year, and that timing matters more than the usual bureaucratic shuffle. Whether you see Adam Chenoweth's challenge to Sheriff Kent O'Donnell as overdue or overreach probably depends on what you think about the direction law enforcement has taken in this county, but either way you're voting on leadership with some of the key pieces in motion. Twito built real credibility around here doing the unglamorous work of county prosecution, and whoever fills that chair next won't walk into steady ground.
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Billings neighbors: Obituaries for October 18
This collection features obituaries of Billings residents published on October 18.
Billings Ronald McDonald House gets new branding, keeps same mission
The Ronald McDonald House in Billings has unveiled new branding while maintaining its mission to support families of children receiving medical care.
Democrat Adam Chenoweth takes on interim GOP Sheriff Kent O'Donnell at ballot box
Democrat Adam Chenoweth is challenging interim GOP Sheriff Kent O'Donnell in the race for Yellowstone County sheriff.
Billings neighbors: Obituaries for October 17
This collection features obituaries of Billings residents published on October 17.
Yellowstone County Attorney Scott Twito resigning to take job as interim U.S. attorney
Yellowstone County Attorney Scott Twito is stepping down from his position to serve as interim U.S. attorney.
Glacier National Park asks for help IDing individuals in Hidden Lake confrontation
Glacier National Park is seeking public help identifying individuals involved in a confrontation near Hidden Lake.
Missoula man, identified as suspect in Bozeman homicide, found dead
A Missoula man identified as a suspect in a Bozeman homicide has been found dead.
Rocky volleyball swept by No. 7 Bellevue on road
Rocky Mountain College's volleyball team fell in straight sets to No. 7-ranked Bellevue University in Bellevue, Nebraska on Friday night. The Bruins' offensive dominance, including eight service aces and a .352 hitting percentage, overwhelmed Rocky's defense in the 3-0 sweep. The Battlin' Bears...
Yellowjackets swept in three sets at Saint Martin's
MSU Billings volleyball team suffered a three-set loss to Saint Martin's in conference play.
Rocky football visits Dickinson State in division play
Rocky Mountain College football travels to Dickinson State for an NAIA division matchup.
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