Friday Headlines: Workforce housing, Highway signs, Storm Spotters
Apr 10, 2026
Q2 Top Stories and Weather for Friday, April 10HomeFront Billings obtaining land to build new workforce housing in the Heights HomeFront Billings obtaining land to build workforce housing without down paymentsBILLINGS - Billings
School District 2 is offering land for a first-of-its-kind workforce housing project.The program aims to help teachers and nurses who struggle with the state's housing affordability crisis.Made possible by a new state bill, the program will build 33 units across from Castle Rock Middle School with no down payment required.Read the full storyHighway ad sign costs double, pricing out Montana business owners Highway ad sign costs double, pricing out Montana business ownersHARDIN - Highway exit signs in Montana just got twice as expensive, and some small businesses say they cannot afford it.The blue signs that advertise gas stations and restaurants at highway exits now cost nearly $5,000 a year, double what they were.The Montana Department of Transportation says it is the first price increase in over 20 years, but business owners worry the hike could hurt tourism.Read the full storyBillings storm photographer shares passion at Q2 Storm Spotter workshop Billings storm photographer shares passion at Q2 Storm Spotter workshopBILLINGS - Last night's Q2 Storm Spotter training at the Billings Public Library drew a crowd eager to learn about reading the skies.The public had the opportunity to hear expert tips on all things weather in Montana.Among the crowd was photographer Neal Hines, who said it is more than just watching the weather, it is about chasing nature's most powerful moments.Read the full storyQ2 WEATHERQ2 Billings Area Weather: Warmer then wetter Watch Montana This Morning Q2 Montana This Morning with Hailey Monaco 4-10-26
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