Tuesday, January 14th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Helena Family YMCA, in partnership with Placer Subaru and Operation Warm, provided over 100 free coats to local children, ensuring they stay warm during frigid temperatures. KTVH
- ➤ Helena's transportation team actively addresses ice and snow on residential streets, ensuring safe driving conditions and urging residents to report problematic areas through the My Helena app. KTVH
- ➤ Helena Area Habitat for Humanity to host a discussion by Chuck Marohn on U.S. housing policy and solutions to the affordability crisis at the Myrna Loy Theatre. Independent Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Historical Society is hosting live-action Clue games at the Original Governor’s Mansion, offering players a unique way to learn about history through interactive gameplay. KTVH
- ➤ A selection of the week's best photographs from Independent Record photographers showcases diverse local stories, including construction projects, community events, and legislative sessions. Independent Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Helena Public Schools experienced a data breach affecting student and teacher information through PowerSchool, while East Helena Public Schools remained unaffected. Independent Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In his third State of the State address, Montana Governor Greg Gianforte outlined key achievements and future priorities including tax cuts, housing reform, and energy solutions, while Democrats emphasized their agenda for affordability and bipartisanship in response. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Helena has been awarded $4.5 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Transportation for transportation infrastructure improvements, including road connectivity and a railroad crossing study. MontanaRightNow
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Cheers! Fundraising Auction for Ceramic Art
This auction event showcases unique ceramic artworks donated by local artists and community members, benefiting the Bray Gallery.
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Josh Turner Live Concert
Country music artist Josh Turner will perform timeless hits including ‘Long Black Train’ and ‘Why Don’t We Just Dance’ at the Helena Civic Center.
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Dead Fervor Concert at Lewis & Clark Tap Room
Experience an evening of live music with Dead Fervor at the Lewis & Clark Tap Room in Helena.
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Rooftop Yoga Class
Enjoy a rooftop yoga experience with Eclipse Community Yoga at Mt Ascension Brewing, including a beer with your class fee.
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Author Event for All Ages with Elizabeth C. Bunce
Free Event - Feb. 2 at 1 pm at Helena Middle School Auditorium. Bring the whole family to see award winning middle-grade author Elizabeth C. Bunce at the Helena Middle School Auditorium. She will be dressed in period costume, as she walks audiences through the ways historical garments inform her writing and her characters, including research and writing tips for writers of historical fiction. This event is for all ages and is free and open to the public.
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Flight Instructor Refresher Course in Helena, MT
Aviation Seminars is hosting a Flight Instructor Refresher Course (FIRC) at the DoubleTree by Hilton Helena Downtown, providing an essential training opportunity for flight instructors.
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