Saturday, February 8th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of February.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Lee Enterprises faces technology challenges, affecting the preparation and distribution of print and online editions of Helena Independent Record. Independent Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Helena's Warren Elementary School marked the 100th day of the school year with a long-standing tradition of enjoying a 100-foot-long ice cream sundae. KTVH
- ➤ The Media Arts in Public Schools program is equipping students in Lewis and Clark County with media technology skills for future careers through hands-on courses in video production. KXLH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lewis and Clark County plans to sell two surplus snowplows to Broadwater County for $50,000. Independent Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mushers and their dogs prep for the 40th Race to the Sky, a qualifier for the Iditarod, with 23 competitors from across North America. KTVH
-
Dueling Pianos Fundraiser: A Musical Battle for Charity
This event features a lively competition between Carroll College’s Saints Athletic Association and the Angel Fund, offering an entertaining night filled with music, singing, and comedy.
-
Charity Chili Dinner for Wild About Cats Rescue
Enjoy a hearty chili dinner while supporting the Wild About Cats Rescue and Sanctuary with spay/neuter costs, featuring silent auctions and a cash bar.
-
Backcountry Film Festival in Helena
The Backcountry Film Festival showcases 11 inspiring films that celebrate human-powered recreation and wild winters, with proceeds supporting local grassroots efforts.
-
Black Jacket Symphony Concert in Helena
The Black Jacket Symphony performs a classic album in its entirety, offering a unique concert experience at the Helena Civic Center.
-
BluesLine Band Performance
BluesLine is dedicated to preserving the legacy of blues music through captivating performances that connect generations.
-
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Jazz - Lecture and Live Demo
The event features a live music demonstration and lecture series with jazz saxophonist Wilbur Rehmann, focusing on defining jazz and exploring its elements.
-
Made in Montana Trade Show for Food and Gifts
This event is a two-day trade show featuring locally produced food and gifts, organized by the Montana Department of Commerce, and expected to attract around 20,000 attendees.
-
St. Andrew Annual Auction (St. Andrew School)
Join us for a fabulous evening at this year’s annual auction! We’re thrilled to introduce a cocktail social event that promises great food, drinks, and lively mingling. ✨ Your $40 ticket includes: Delicious hearty hors d'oeuvres and one complimentary drink to kick off the evening. A cash bar will be available throughout the night, so you can enjoy your favorite beverages as you mingle. Seating is reserved based on sponsorship level, with stylish high-top tables placed around the room to create a vibrant, social atmosphere.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you want to master something, teach it. If you want to learn something, do it.
~ Richard Feynman
About Good Day Helena
Welcome to the Good Day Helena, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Helena, Montana community. If you like the Good Day Helena, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Helena.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Helena and across Montana. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Helena
A free Helena community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddayhelena.com/sitemap