Good Day
Helena
Saturday, April 12th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Helena Mineral Society is hosting its 79th Gem Mineral and Fossil Show at the Civic Center today from 9 am to 5 pm and Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm. The show features fossils, jewelry, geodes, crystals, and Montana's gemstones and charges a $3 admission fee for visitors, except for children under twelve (and veterans), with proceeds supporting Montana Learning Center and Montana Tech scholarships. KTVH
- ➤ The Heart of Helena Art Show and Auction featured 265 art pieces and sold more than 200, a Heart of Helena committee member said + the event supported area nonprofits. Independent Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carroll College announced Friday that its nursing program launched a fully equipped mobile health unit — it will be used for the first time at the annual Mock Mass Casualty Incident training. Independent Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Spring Meadow Lake, community members cleaned up discarded fishing line and twine yesterday to protect nesting birds like osprey and geese from entanglement—helping ensure both wildlife and park visitors can enjoy the area. The cleanup effort also promotes proper recycling of monofilament through bins placed around the park. KXLH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission will hold a virtual meeting on April 17 at 8:30 a.m. via Zoom where registered public commenters can discuss proposals including the 2025 Fish Removal Project and updated migratory bird rules—registration for public comment ends at noon on April 16. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Downtown Helena is retiring parking meters and will replace them with Passport Parking—an app that lets users pay and extend their parking time with a 15-cent fee per transaction after creating an account. Independent Record
- ➤ At a ceremony on Friday, the Montana National Guard awarded top honors at its Best Warrior Competition where 13 men completed a four-day contest and two international soldiers from the Maldives competed for the first time. Canyon Blassingame from Bozeman was named Soldier of the Year and Helena's Matt Lee earned NCO of the Year, and both will advance to the Regional Best Warrior Competition in early May. KTVH
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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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Lucky Stiff Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Grandstreet Theatre — Tickets vary — Enjoy a unique theatrical experience that supports charitable causes.
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Montana Warrior Run
8:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Spring Meadow Lake State Park — Registration fee required — Celebrate community spirit while participating in this annual run to promote awareness and wellness.
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2025 Fundraising Summit
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM — Delta Hotels Helena Colonial — $95 – $305 — A day exploring trends and strategies for building a strong fundraising foundation.
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Triple Crown Gala
6-11 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — $150 — Experience an evening of elegance and empowerment at this Kentucky Derby-themed charity event supporting adults with disabilities.
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HYP Mingle at Ten Mile Creek Brewery
6-8 p.m. — Ten Mile Creek Brewery — Free microbrews for members — Unwind with friends while enjoying local brews at a great venue.
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Unravel The Scratchgravels XC
11 AM – 3 PM — Echo lane trailhead — Supports local cycling initiatives — Experience premier cross-country racing on Helena's stunning single-track trails.
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Winter Dance Party Concert in Helena
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Ticket prices unknown — Experience the ultimate tribute to Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper's final tour.
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