Good Day
Helena
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Helena Parks, Recreation and Open Lands Department inspects 20 playgrounds monthly to check play structures and surfaces for safety and will increase inspections daily during summer. Residents are encouraged to call the parks office if they notice any issues. KXLH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Timothy Gordon, an art appraiser from Missoula, is volunteering his expertise to analyze the Poindexter Collection of mid-century modern art at the Montana Heritage Center. He began a 2½-day inspection that will extend over two months to document each piece’s history for future preservation. KXLH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 5, voters rejected levies proposed by both Helena and East Helena School Districts—Helena Public Schools' three 10-year levies for operations and technology and East Helena's levy to boost staffing did not pass according to unofficial results. KXLH
- ➤ MTD is hosting a Maintenance Academy this year for 48 workers to receive one-on-one field training. Each worker is paired with a trainer from around the state to build skills and professional connections + boost their career growth. KTVH
- ➤ Danica Taylor, a Capital High School senior in Helena, received the $4,000 Class of 1981 Memorial Endowment Scholarship for her perseverance, leadership and hidden talent; she will attend Montana State University to study equine sciences. MontanaRightNow
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Helena High softball defeated crosstown rival Capital High on Tuesday afternoon at Mihelish Fields — the Bengals won 9-8 in a close game. KTVH
- ➤ Tuesday, the Donuts won 5-4 over the Apples in the annual softball fundraiser at East Helena High School (a charity event) and boosted community spirit (supporting local causes). Independent Record
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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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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.
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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.
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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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Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.
~ Carl Jung
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