Billings, Montana - The Star Of The Big Sky Countr

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Billings, Montana - The Star Of The Big Sky Country
By Reta Robinson

At dusk, lightning from a distant thunderstorm illuminates the navy blue sky, and the rumbling of thunder intensifies. As the storm maneuvers across the vast Yellowstone Valley, raindrops begin to fall, only to be absorbed by the semiarid landscape of the city known as the 'Star of the Big Sky Country.'

Spring precipitation helps keep the local rivers flowing, the fishers trawling, and kayaks and canoes moving swiftly downriver. Anglers come for the prize trout, and hunters, hikers, and rock climbers come to explore one or more of six nearby mountain ranges. In winter, both downhill and cross-country skiers have more than enough slopes and trails at their beck and call.

Culture aficionados enjoy a plethora of events at the Alberta Bair Theater, where frequent performances are offered by the Billings Symphony Orchestra and the Billings Chorale. Numerous events are also presented by local universities.

Billings' universities also play a major role in ensuring quality education. Montana State University—ranked 'one of America's best colleges' according to a recent report by U.S. News & World Report—offers a variety of classes, degree programs, and vocational and technical studies. Rocky Mountain College was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the 'top 10 best comprehensive colleges in the West.'

Whether it's quality schooling or anything else, Billings lessens the financial burden. Both the cost of living and home prices are below the national average. Whatever the attraction—affordability, numerous recreational prospects, arts and culture, or to raise a family in a low crime city with good schools—Billings' options are endless.

Reta Robinson
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