Good morning, Helena.

City records show the former Bob Ward & Sons Sporting Goods building at 3323 Dredge Drive is being remodeled into Buffalo Church with a project worth nearly $1.5 million + the church currently hosts Sunday services at the Great Northern Hotel and will soon move there.

Multiple fire departments responded to a house fire near the intersection of Hiawatha — Choteau Streets on Wednesday afternoon in Helena as authorities investigated the cause.

A structure on the 2200 block of Choteau Street caught fire at 2:27 p.m. and sustained significant damage as crews nearly extinguished the blaze by 3:30 p.m., with no injuries reported (cause under investigation).

Helena Public Schools has brought back its summer SACC program for first through sixth graders, offering activities including science, arts and crafts, reading, guest speakers, and walking field trips downtown; children will walk up to a mile each day while families register with a non-refundable fee.

The developer plans to bring six new businesses to the former Shopko building, including Boot Barn and Dunham's Sports among four additional tenants, by early 2027.

East Helena baseball's Vigilantes won their third straight home game Tuesday at Ryan Park, beating Lone Peak 9-6 (the win extended the team's local streak).

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.)

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.

The Barber of Seville

2-4 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Cost not specified — Experience the hilarious antics of Rosina, Count Almaviva, Dr. Bartolo, and Figaro in this fully staged opera production.

Geoff Tate Live Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Geoff Tate, known for his powerful vocals and iconic role in Queensryche.

Comedy Night with Jonathan van Halem at Helena Avenue Theater

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Helena Avenue Theater — Check event page for pricing — Enjoy a night of laughs with NBC's Tonight Show comedian Jonathan van Halem.