How you can support Montana’s largest Industry and the people who work tirelessly for you? The Billings Chamber of Commerce hosts an Ag Appreciation Celebration every January, where we honor Montana’s largest industry and the people who work tirelessly … Continued
Yearly Archives: 2020
BY ALEX TYSON, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, VISIT BILLINGS The pandemic is a crisis negatively impacting many aspects of the overall economy. Two of the hardest hit are undoubtedly the hospitality and tourism industries. However, first and foremost, our communities are facing … Continued
Over the past month the Billings Chamber hosted a series of industry specific roundtables (restaurants, bars, retail, and general small business) where innovators such as yourself share what you have learned and what practices others can put into place. If … Continued
Billings Healthcare Appreciation Day is Friday, November 13th Let’s Share and Show the LOVE for our community’s healthcare workers! Purchase a $10 Gift Card at your favorite local store & drop it off at one of the following … Continued
With National Cybersecurity Awareness Month coming up in October and with more people interacting digitally and working remotely due to the pandemic, here are a few cybersecurity and fraud prevention tips for consumers and businesses from Wells Fargo. Cybersecurity awareness … Continued
The Billings Chamber hosted a roundtable discussion (October 14, 2020) for restaurants, bars, taverns and casinos. We discussed the current county health orders along with the new information shared by the Governor pertaining to enforcement tools and businesses role in … Continued
The Tele Town Hall featured panelists discussing the rising COVID-19 cases in Yellowstone County and steps moving forward. Panelists included: John Felton, Yellowstone County Health Officer Dr. Scott Ellner, CEO, Billings Clinic Mayor Bill Cole, City of Billings Brad Griffin, … Continued
BY DANIEL J. BROOKS, DIRECTOR; BUSINESS ADVOCACY Public art installation in the alley of The Pub Station. Photo courtesy Rhea Wolpoe. There is a great public safety story happening in Billings right now and it’s probably not what you think. … Continued
Just like the primary election, this year’s general election in November will be an all-mail election, meaning that no polling places will be open on November 3rd and all registered voters will automatically receive an absentee ballot. Yellowstone County residents … Continued
BY THOM MACLEAN, BIG SKY ECONOMIC DEVLEOPMENT PROJECT MANAGER PROJECT LEAD FOR THE YELLOWSTONE COUNTY ECONOMIC RESPONSE & RECOVERY TEAM Yellowstone County has encountered and overcome many economic challenges in its history, but the scale, scope, and speed of the … Continued