Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
Good morning, Helena.
The city and Helena Area Chamber are asking for nominations for the Spirit of Helena award to honor one resident each month who shows local values and character.
Officials will review submissions to celebrate community impact.
Members of the motorcycle community gathered Monday in Helena to honor 20-year-old Deke Yoder, who died in a motorcycle crash last Thursday.
His memorial ride + hospital walk celebrated his gift as an organ donor while supporters urged riders to follow safety rules.
Club Pilates is scheduled to open at 2024 Cromwell Dixon Lane in late July or early August.
The new studio (Montana’s third) will offer a range of classes with support from trained instructors in Bozeman.
Montana announced Monday its contribution to the Semiquincentennial Time Capsule with a beaded artwork by Browning artist Karis Jackson that features Montana symbols (Bison, state flag colors, mountains, prairies, flower, and bird).
The capsule will be buried on July 4 in Philadelphia.
The Montana 250 Commission, Serve Montana, and the governor's office launched a statewide initiative called Two Lights Montana yesterday to mark the nation's 250th anniversary.
The program urges Montanans to learn history + volunteer and get involved locally using #TwoLightsMT.
Boat owners at Gates of the Mountains Marina are getting their vessels ready for the season as winter ice melts and boats launch today.
The marina's 150 slots are already full, and rising fuel costs + routine maintenance checks are urging extra care as the season kicks off.
Two former Carroll players, Hunter Peck and Andrew Devine, received NFL rookie minicamp invites ahead of the weekend.
Peck will try out with the Broncos while Devine is set for Chiefs + Colts minicamps on upcoming days.
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.)
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.
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