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Helena
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Students across Helena spent Thursday painting and building floats for the Vigilante Day Parade—marking its 101st anniversary—as they prepared for the event today on Last Chance Gulch. High school teams chose themes from Montana history to local athletic programs while teachers checked on their progress throughout the day. KXLH
- ➤ Montanans who work in child welfare and family services were honored at a conference in Helena on Thursday organized by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. Twelve awards were given to 22 people and two organizations, and foster parents Kelsey and Andrew Richards were recognized for their contributions to foster care. KTVH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The historic underground bar Rathskeller at Montana Club reopened to the public and now welcomes patrons on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 3 p.m. to midnight—offering a revived venue for local gatherings. Independent Record
- ➤ Students in Helena spent Thursday building floats for today's Vigilante Day Parade on Last Chance Gulch—marking the event's 101st anniversary and celebrating local history and creativity. KTVH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carroll College named Dr. William N. Ruud as its 19th president effective July 1. Ruud brings 17 years of leadership experience—spanning roles at several colleges—and was unanimously selected by the board. MontanaRightNow
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the former East Helena ASARCO site is reopened as Prickly Pear Park, a restored public space with trails, mountain views and about 1.5 miles of trout fishing—dogs are not allowed to protect nesting aquatic birds. The park opens daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. following 137 years of industrial use. KTVH
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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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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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Don’t Fence Me In Trail Run
7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Pioneer Park — Kids 12 and under register for free — Celebrate a beloved Helena tradition with various trail run events supporting local parks and trails.
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Resonance: An Evening of Art Inspiring Art
5:30-9:00 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Check event details for cost — Experience a reimagined production from the Cohesion Dance Project highlighting the intersection of art forms.
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2025 North Star Subdivision Community Garage Sale
1-7 p.m. — North Helena Storage — Free entry — Discover hidden treasures and community spirit at the annual neighborhood garage sale.
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Mount Helena’s Changing Forest Field Trip
9:00 AM - 12:45 PM — Delta Hotels Helena Colonial — Free — Discover how 7th graders monitor forest health in Helena with expert foresters.
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Water Girl: Screening and Talkback
7 p.m. — The Myrna Loy — Special screening — Experience a supernatural drama film inspired by gbanje mythology.
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Live Standup Comedy Night
8-9 p.m. — The Rathskeller — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of side-splitting humor at Helena's cozy favorite spot.
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Junie B. Jones Jr.
7:30-9 p.m. — Grandstreet Theatre — Check local listings — Relive the adventures of Junie B. Jones in this delightful musical adaptation.
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