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Hollywood movie 'Supercell' storming into southern Montana
BILLINGS — A new movie is about to start shooting in and around the Billings area. It’s called "Supercell" and it’s all about a son following in his father’s footsteps as a storm chaser. The last major motion picture to film in Billings was the critically acclaimed movie "Nebraska" back in 2012. Other great movies have called southern Montana home including Robert Redford’s "A River Runs Through… → Read More
Automated shuttle service set to start at Yellowstone National Park this summer
Getting around Yellowstone National Park may look a little different this summer thanks to a new automated shuttle service that’s about to hit the road. → Read More
Automated shuttle service set to start at Yellowstone National Park this summer
Getting around Yellowstone National Park may look a little different this summer thanks to a new automated shuttle service that’s about to hit the road. → Read More
Remembering the Buffalo Soldiers, Montana's first park rangers
BILLINGS — When the National Parks started to be formed the late 1800’s, they weren't part of the Department of the Interior. In fact the National Park Service wouldn’t be officially formed as an agency in the department until 1916. So, during the intervening years, many parks were protected and looked after by the U.S. military. And many of those military units were black. Segregated Buffalo… → Read More
Red Oxx Manufacturing in Billings hits big milestone in dog-leash project
Red Oxx Manufacturing in Billings is unleashing its love for dogs- or should we say 'leashing.' The company has been making and donating leashes to B.A.R.K, Billings Animal Rescue Kare, and recently hit a big milestone. For every 100 leashes sold, 100 would be donated to the charity. As of Thursday, Red Oxx has not only sold over 200 leashes, but they have donated over 200 to B.A.R.K. "For every… → Read More
Livingston horse sanctuary gives comfort to visitors and horses alike
The sanctuary is home to 15 draft horses from all over the country. → Read More
Orphaned wolf pup at ZooMontana adjusting to his new home
"He is up about 40 pounds since we originally got him which is incredible..." → Read More
After COVID recovery, Billings doctor donates antibody-rich plasma
Convalescent plasma in people who have recovered from COVID-19, is a possible effective treatment for those who are still fighting the virus. In fact, taking antibodies from those who were infected and putting them into those who are still infected is a time-honored tradition in medicine in the fight against many illnesses. Although testing is still being done to determine how effective COVID… → Read More
ZooMontana celebrates bison's birthday
We want to wish Bert the Bison at ZooMontana a very happy Birthday- or should we say, 'Bert-Day.' Bert turned three years old Thursday, which makes him almost fully matured. Think of him as an 18-year-old about to go to college. Thursday morning, zookeepers put out not only a card for him, but several treats and new toys, which he seems to be loving. He has been very active lately. If you go to… → Read More
Yellowstone Film Ranch hoping to bring Hollywood, economic boon to Montana
“We have a number of projects now, wanting to come in, but we have to do it when it’s safe.” → Read More
Yellowstone Film Ranch hoping to bring Hollywood, economic boon to Montana
“We have a number of projects now, wanting to come in, but we have to do it when it’s safe.” → Read More
The sloth has landed in Billings
Winston the Sloth has arrived at his new home in Billings. Q2 has been following Winston's journey from Michigan to the Magic City for weeks, but this morning, we actually got to meet him. And yes, he is as adorable as his pictures. “We are so excited here at the zoo about this," says ZooMontana Executive Director Jeff Ewelt. "We asked our membership what they wanted to see and they said,… → Read More
Why do grasshoppers seem to be everywhere in Montana?
If you think you have been seeing a lot of grasshoppers the last few weeks in the Montana fields, you’d be right. While this is not an uncommon sight at this time of year, what is uncommon is their high numbers. This perfect storm of insects was brought on by the weather we’ve been having, according to experts. “If we have a drier spring or a wetter fall in the preceding season, it can be a… → Read More
Red Lodge sanctuary bids farewell to Winnie the black bear
Winnie the black bear, a staple at the Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary in Red Lodge, has died, the nonprofit announced Thursday. Winnie was brought to the sanctuary in 1994 shortly after her mother was shot by hunters. She and another rescued cub, Buster, grew up together at the sanctuary and for over 20 years, she stole countless hearts from keepers and guests alike. Recently, Winnie had been in… → Read More
ZooMontana wants you to vote on a sloth name
The 15-month-old male two toed sloth that is slowly making his way to Zoo Montana is getting closer to having a name. → Read More
Sloth coming to ZooMontana
There is a new animal making his way to Zoo Montana in Billings, but he is going very, very slowly. It’s an 18-month-old, male, two-toed sloth. This slow but steady traveler only goes about 41 yards per day, so he is not expected here in Billings till later this summer. He also does not yet have a name, but he has an Instagram account where you can follow his leisurely journey to the zoo.… → Read More