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🌱 Patch AM: Why activists want Billings declared a sanctuary city right now
Also, don't miss Genealogy - staying organizd as you research on the Billings Patch calendar
Good morning Billings! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why activists want Billings declared a sanctuary city right now
Also on today's calendar: Genealogy - staying organizd as you research and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: How fast is milk when you pour it? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Monday: Partly sunny, with a high of 89 and low of 59 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Tuesday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 85, low: 58.
- Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 92 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 'ICE out': Billings group presses city leaders for action (ktvq.com) — Immigrant-rights advocates in Billings are ramping up pressure on city leaders, demanding an end to federal immigration enforcement in town and the creation of a sanctuary city. After a recent detention outside a local back-to-school event, organizers say they'll keep rallying and invite residents to weekly planning meetings at the Billings Public Library to build support. 
📸 Around Billings
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Billings
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- Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee Meeting →
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12:00 pm - Yellowstone County Planning Board →
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4:30 pm - Genealogy - staying organizd as you research →
2929 Belvedere Dr, Billings
7:00 pm - Heights Task Force Meeting →
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7:00 pm - Budget and Finance Committee Meeting →
Billings Calendar, 316 N 26th Street 5th Floor Rimrock Conference Room, Billings
9:00 am - HomeFront Housing Authority Meeting →
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12:00 pm - Board of Health Meeting →
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7:00 am - Citizen Police Advisory Board Meeting →
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9:00 am - Public Art Committee →
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4:30 pm - 6th Annual Helena Septemberfest: Gulch Goes Galactic →
Helena Walking Mall, Helena
4:00 pm
Tuesday August 25
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Friday September 11
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Summer Tour Hours
Moss Mansion Museum 914 Division St, Billings, MT 59101
10:00 am - Welcome Back Night →
Blue Creek Elementary Billings, MT 59101
5:30 pm - No Tours On Tuesdays
Moss Mansion Museum 914 Division St, Billings, MT 59101 - PIR for Staff →
Blue Creek Elementary Billings, MT 59101
7:30 am
Monday August 24
Tuesday August 25
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- What's everyone's opinions on the zoo?
My kids have never been to a zoo so I just want to make sure it's worth it before going. (Nextdoor Colton Heights) - Ok I ate some cereal😂 now a funny many years ago my sis and I shared a bedroom I told you all about watching creature features and scary movies.
One of our brothers was kind of a scaredy cat. Well our bedroom had the laundry chute. Sis and I borrowed dad's cassette player recorded scary noises… (Nextdoor Locally Owned)
- Sodexo, Inc. posted a job opening for Billings Clinic Sodexo Runner in Billings. Apply here.
- Town Pump posted a job opening for STORE CLERK Open Availability $15/hr Billings Flying J in Billings. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Billings here.
🗞 Nearby News
Roundup
- Close black bear encounter in Red Lodge enforces need for bear safety in town (mt.gov)
- Best 4th of July Celebrations in Montana (wearemissoula.com)
Ok Billings! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It's "Pasturized" before you know it! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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