🌱 Successful Public Works Open House + New Summer Pop-Up Shop

Good morning, everybody! It's me, Lauren Kubiak, your host of the Billings Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Some sun with a stray t-storm. High: 80 Low: 54.
• Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 80 Low: 55.

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Here are the top three stories today in Billings:

1. Last week, Billings residents had the opportunity to visit the City of Billings Public Works facilities to learn about important processes that keep the city running. Those who attended were able to tour facilities, visit informational stations, and complete activities. Two of the facilities toured were the landfill facilities and the Billings Water Reclamation Facility. (Billings Public Works)
2. A bill to help form a new high school in Billings has been vetoed after Sen. Chris Friedel, R-Billings, brought the bill to the Senate. The new high school would have combined Elder Grove, Blue Creek, Elysian, and Canyon Creek districts. According to the report, the bill was vetoed as it would increase the tax burden, create inefficiencies, and expand bureaucracy. The next step will be whether legislators vote to override the veto. (Q2 News)
3. Paddles and Wheels is a new pop-up shop in Billings that will help residents celebrate a summer outside. The equipment shop provides items for rent, such as inflatable paddle boards, bicycles, and kayaks. Having the ability to rent the items saves families money on purchasing something they may only use once or twice. The shop is open until Labor Day Weekend. (KULR-TV)

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Today and tomorrow in and around Billings:

Monday, May 29

• Memorial Day Service At Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Shepherd (10:00 AM)

Tuesday, May 30

• Bingo Night At Kava Roots (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Do you love working with animals? The Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter is looking to hire a part-time veterinary technician or assistant. A full job description and application can be found here. (Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter via Facebook)
• Hear ye, hear ye! Don't forget that next weekend is the Montana Renaissance Festival! The festival will take place on Jun. 3 and 4 in the Red Lodge. To get more information and purchase tickets, visit here. (Montana Renaissance Festival via Facebook)
• If you missed the registration deadline, it's your lucky day! The Wise Wonders Science and Discovery Museum has decided to add a few more spots to its 2023 summer camps. To find out more information about which camps still have openings, visit the link or email Lisa at lalmanza@wisewonders.org. (Wise Wonders Science and Discovery Museum via Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll see you soon.

— Lauren Kubiak

About me: Lauren is an Editor for Lightning Media Partners. She graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor’s in journalism. She was previously a full-time editor at an association management firm, editing peer-reviewed nursing journals, textbooks, and newsletters.