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Helena
Friday, March 28th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Project for Alternative Learning students left the classroom on Wednesday to work in a community kitchen and make their own pasta—learning healthy cooking, dough rolling and slicing as well as nutrition in a hands-on class. The program was organized by PAL together with Helena Food Share, St. Peter's Health and former Bennie’s Bistro chef Margaret Corcoran, and students took home a free cookbook from Aunt Bonnie's Books and Gifts to use at home. KTVH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Town Pump will spend $2M to add 9,800 square feet to its longstanding station on Custer Avenue and Washington Street in Helena — officials from the Butte-based company said the improvements will expand the existing space. Independent Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Helena hosts three art events this week — a mix of music, art and crafts. The 4H Club's Second Annual Leprechaun Ball ran from 6:30 to 10 p.m. on March 27 at the Lewis and Clark Fairgrounds, the Sarah Joyce Pop Up Art Exhibition is open during museum hours at Holter Museum today—tomorrow, and the 39th Annual Spring Art & Craft Show will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 29 at the Helena Civic Center. KTVH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chicks are in short supply across Montana, and local 4-H programs are having trouble getting enough birds for fair projects because of high egg prices and bird flu fears. Poultry leaders said shipments are delayed or sold out early—forcing some families to change plans or wait until next year. KXLH
- ➤ This week, about 300 eighth-grade students from CR Anderson Middle School visited Carroll College to explore career options through academic stations in civil engineering, chemistry, and nursing — a visit meant to spark early interest in college and future careers. KTVH
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Forest Service will continue prescribed burns near Helena after a large plume was seen Wednesday afternoon. Smoke is expected to remain visible in the area for the next couple days. Independent Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The restoration of the historic Helena Fire Tower began in January after damage from 2016 arson and environmental wear. The project will finish by the end of May and replaces 75% of the structure with new fir wood—workers with deep local ties work to preserve its original look. KXLH
- ➤ Helena approved $101K for open land projects that include a proposal — which would limit parking at five trailheads from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. Public comments praised other projects while the night parking plan sparked the most debate. Independent Record
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39th Annual Spring Art & Craft Show
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Helena Civic Center | Admission details not specified | Explore over 90 vendors showcasing unique handmade items from across Montana.
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On-Site Tour at Touchmark
9 AM - 7 PM | Touchmark on Saddle Drive | Free entry | Explore a senior living community showcasing exceptional care, dining, and activities.
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C.J. Box Live at the Civic Center
The Lewis & Clark Library and Lewis & Clark Library Foundation are excited to bring #1 New York Times bestselling author C.J. Box to Helena! GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS (Free) are still available through the Civic Center, all Library branches and the Montana Book Co. CHOICE TICKETS ($10) are sold out!
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C.J. Box Live at the Civic Center
The Lewis & Clark Library and Lewis & Clark Library Foundation are excited to bring #1 New York Times bestselling author C.J. Box to Helena! GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS (Free) are still available through the Civic Center, all Library branches and the Montana Book Co. CHOICE TICKETS ($10) are sold out!
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HYP Improv Night!
6-8 p.m. — Lewis & Clark Library — Free entry — Engage in fun improv games focusing on team building and creativity.
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Duende Libre
7:30 PM — The Myrna Loy — $30 — Celebrate the vibrant connections between jazz and music from Cuba, Brazil, and the Mediterranean.
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2025 Gold Country Master Gardener Symposium
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Carroll Campus Center — Registration fee includes lunch — Dive into horticultural education and network with garden enthusiasts while learning about sustainable practices.
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Hotel California
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience the iconic sound of The Eagles performed live by HOTEL CALIFORNIA.
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Lucky Stiff in Helena
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Grandstreet Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with a unique performance supporting local causes.
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SFST/Intoxilyzer Training Course
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Montana Law Enforcement Academy — $400 — Gain practical skills in DUI processing with expert instructors from the MT Crime Lab and Montana Highway Patrol.
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Lucky Stiff
7:30-9 p.m. — Grandstreet Theatre — Ticket purchase supports a cause — Enjoy a night of entertainment while giving back to the community.
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