Good Day
Helena
Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Lewis and Clark Library hosted a 'Noon Year's Eve' celebration with activities and confetti for families preferring an earlier countdown. KTVH
- ➤ Montana rabbis and Jewish community members held a menorah lighting at the Capitol, praying for peace amid global conflicts. Independent Record
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Aaron Gams, a former nurse at St. Peter’s Health in Helena, was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting an elderly patient while she was under his care in the intensive-care unit in 2023. Independent Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ ExplorationWorks held an hourly ball drop event to celebrate the New Year for seven countries, teaching kids about different global traditions. KTVH
- ➤ The Independent Record showcases its top 100 photos of 2024, capturing a diverse array of moments from significant events to everyday life in the Helena area. Independent Record
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Van's Thriftway, a historic Helena supermarket, will be sold to Town and Country Foods, ensuring its century-long legacy of community involvement continues under new employee-owned Montana company ownership. Independent Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Three Lewis and Clark County officials were sworn in, including a Commissioner, a District Court Clerk, and a Justice of the Peace, showcasing a continued commitment to public service. KTVH
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 80% of Americans abandon their New Year's resolutions early, while residents in Helena share diverse intentions for personal improvement as 2024 approaches. KTVH
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