Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Helena High School hosted a mini town hall with MTN’s Madelyn Heath and teacher Roger Scruggs where students voiced concerns about AI replacing human elements in journalism. The class, whose computers block AI software, also experimented with ChatGPT, highlighting the need for careful fact-checking. KXLH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Helena City Commission approved an $84K bid on Jan. 26 for a glass crusher at the Transfer Station to boost local recycling. The move is expected to help Queen City recycle glass more efficiently. Independent Record
- ➤ A water main break near the City-County Building may temporarily disrupt water service today for residences along Lawrence Street between Harrison Avenue and Dearborn Avenue — city crews are working to resolve the issue. Independent Record
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Helena's Trinity Center development is under city review nearly a decade after work began, with two projects finished in 2016 and 2017 and over 40 acres pending annexation and subdivision review — city planners are considering a traffic circle to ease concerns near Lowes and Target. KXLH
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Madison Clement is a Helena Capital junior who plays three varsity sports and serves as the Civil Air Patrol's advisory council chair. She balances athletics and service while planning to pursue an engineering career and continue her family’s military legacy after high school. KXLH
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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.)
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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.
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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.
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Helena Symphony: Bernstein & Beethoven
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Cost info TBD — Experience the musical brilliance of Bernstein's 'Chichester Psalms' and Beethoven's transformative 'Eroica' Symphony.
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Dueling Pianos Battle 1
7-11 p.m. — Best Western Premier Helena Great Northern Hotel — $35-$55 — Enjoy a night of singing, dancing, and comedy in a lively piano showdown.
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Dueling Pianos Showdown
7-11 PM — Best Western Premier Helena Great Northern Hotel — No cover charge — Enjoy an entertaining musical battle between two local organizations while supporting a great cause.
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The Black Jacket Symphony Presents: Pink Floyd's The Wall
4-6 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Tickets required — Experience a note-for-note recreation of Pink Floyd’s iconic The Wall, plus a full set of greatest hits.
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