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Helena
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Helena residents can join several Easter egg hunts and church services this weekend, with events held in various neighborhoods to celebrate the holiday. Families are encouraged to verify details locally for times and locations. Independent Record
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Three local ag businesses were awarded USDA grants to expand operations; Mannix Brothers Ranch, Wustner Brothers Honey, and Big Mountain Ciderworks each received $250,000+ to boost their beef, honey, and cider production. Independent Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, conservationists and volunteers restored 200 ft of the Little Prickly Pear Creek bank using a brushy toe method that cut willow and layered branches to slow erosion + encourage root growth. The project also served as an educational demonstration for Carroll College students. KTVH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lewis and Clark Public Health reported five measles cases Tuesday (exposure occurred at St. Peter’s Emergency Department between 11:20 p.m. on March 29 and 3 a.m. on March 30) with no links to schools or daycares. Health officials advised residents unsure of their immunity to consult their healthcare provider. KTVH
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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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Jordan World Circus
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Lewis & Clark County Fairgrounds — Adult tickets $20 — Experience the excitement of circus acts with family-friendly offerings.
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Blackfoot River Brewing Run
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Blackfoot River Brewing Co — Cost varies — Enjoy a 5 km fun run with local craft beer and exciting prizes post-race.
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Philosophy on Broadway Fundraiser
4-10 p.m. — On Broadway — 50% of food & beverages donated — Enjoy live music, door prizes, and a silent auction for a great cause.
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The Fab Four - The Ultimate Beatles Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Check event page for pricing — Experience a note-for-note live performance of Beatles classics and enjoy a celebration of their second film, HELP!
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2026 Triple Crown Gala
6-9 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Fundraiser benefiting individuals with disabilities — Celebrate Kentucky Derby style while supporting a great cause.
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Insufficient Funds Band Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Lewis & Clark Tap Room — Ticket info not provided — Experience the high-energy sounds of Montana’s beloved Insufficient Funds Band.
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