Originally published in Yellowstone Valley Woman.

Bill Honaker has made his mark on downtown 

Bill Honaker knows the beat. In downtown Billings, he sets the tempo in his business endeavors and pursuits. As a drummer, he creates the rhythm in numerous gigs, plays and performances. He strives to be ahead of the game, setting the pace, ready for realizing his next dream. 

“If I had my way, I would be a professional drummer,” he says with a smile. However, early on he acknowledged the importance of being realistic and pursued a career that would give him a more stable income. Often, Bill says, “When you become a professional, you don’t love your work anymore. It just becomes work.”…