Good Day
Helena
Thursday, May 8th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The first of the 38 huskies—seized in an alleged animal cruelty case from owner Heather Dawn Prody in February and now cared for by the Lewis and Clark Humane Society—are ready for adoption as court proceedings continue. KXLH
- ➤ Thirty-eight huskies seized in an alleged animal cruelty case became the property of the Lewis and Clark Humane Society after their owner, Heather Dawn Prody, relinquished them—some are already ready for adoption. KTVH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Montana Historical Society’s State Historic Preservation Office announced that the Western Clay Manufacturing Tile Plant on the Archie Bray Foundation campus — a historic industrial site — will receive $41,720 for stabilization, re-roofing, and repairs as it transforms into an exhibit and meeting space this summer. KXLH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Helena voters rejected two school technology levies Tuesday night and elected trustee Jenny Murnane Butcher along with incumbents Kay Satre and board chair Siobahn Hathhorn while also passing an elementary general fund levy to help reduce a $2 million deficit. Superintendent Rex Weltz said cuts will be needed for the 2025 to 2026 school year—trustee Butcher noted that closing Hawthorne Elementary may be necessary to prevent even deeper cuts. KTVH
- ➤ Preliminary results show Helena voters have chosen trustee candidates Siobahn Hathhorn, Kay Satre and Jenny Murnane Butcher as ballots continue to be counted after polls closed at 8 p.m. Meanwhile, narrow margins defeated the technology levies for the high school and elementary districts—although an elementary general fund levy passed by over 1,000 votes and a decision on Hawthorne Elementary School's future will come in June. KXLH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maribeth Ault was named the Shikar Safari Wildlife Officer of the Year Award recipient for Montana and became the first female game warden in the state to receive the honor — she has worked in wildlife law enforcement for four and a half years. Lieutenant Governor Juras and Fish, Wildlife and Parks Director Christ Clark presented the award with her family in attendance. KTVH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ National Nurses Week began on May 6 and runs through May 12 to honor nurses who care for patients every day — Helena locals can show thanks by treating a nurse to lunch, coffee, or a card, and this year’s theme is The Power of Nurses. KXLH
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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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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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Adam Mamawala Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Reeder's Alley — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of comedy with Adam Mamawala, featuring Will Abeles.
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Junie B. Jones Jr. Musical
2:30-7:00 p.m. — Grandstreet Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the delightful musical adaptation of Barbara Park's beloved character Junie B. Jones.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.
~ Edgar Degas
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