Good morning, Helena.

The Wilde family built their own backyard ice rink last fall to give neighborhood kids a fun, free skating spot.

Jeremy Wilde, a local hockey coach, plans to add a warming hut next season + families can watch the action in comfort.

Grandstreet Theatre celebrated its 50th Anniversary Concert at Helena Civic Center on Jan.

17 with 200 performers, including former and current cast members (highlighting its long heritage in the community).

Helena Regional Airport saw a 1.07% rise in passengers in 2025, serving 203,178 travelers compared with 201,024 in 2024.

High school students from across Montana competed at Carroll College in Helena on Saturday in the FIRST Tech Challenge state qualifier, where 25 teams used coding+engineering+teamwork to build their robots.

The successful teams will advance to the state championships in Bozeman on February 6.

Governor Gianforte praised the BLM decision to cancel American Prairie's bison grazing permits — a move he said supported local ranchers, while CEO Alison Fox described the decision as unfair and disruptive.

Fox said her organization will review its next steps carefully.

Senior guard DeonDray Ellis became the first player to score 1,000 career points for East Helena boys basketball while leading his team with determination.

He will add to his milestone during two road games this weekend.

Helena's Spring Art Walk

Helena's Spring Art Walk: Visit 100+ artists in-person, on display at more than 40 business hosts from 4 - 8pm. Start by picking up your map at Omerta Arts to win prizes, see two great new exhibitions, real artist studios, live music, BBQ + ice cream, then shuttle to the library and wander back (800 Front St.)

Early Bird VIP Sip & Shop at Cabin Fever Market

5-8 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — $5 admission — Shop local antique vendors while enjoying food and music at the 44th annual market.

Vintage & Valentines Market

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — $5 admission — Explore local antique vendors while enjoying food and music at the 44th annual cabin fever market.

Team Hardy Excellence in Leadership

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Opportunity Bank Conference Center — $499 — Enhance your leadership skills with proven strategies for team success.

International Guitar Night

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Myrna — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an evening of spectacular guitar performances from international virtuosos.