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Helena
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Helena's Rocky Mountain Emergency Services Training Center, one of only three airport firefighting facilities in the West, held a session for crews from across the US & Canada to practice classroom instruction and hands-on drills including simulated interior and exterior fires. KXLH
- ➤ Helena riders and police are urging safe driving practices as traffic increases and motorcycle crashes remain a risk. A safety ride is planned for May 16th during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month — and the Montana Motorcycle Rider Safety program also offers classes on avoiding blind spots. KTVH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A-Mart is set to open soon in downtown Helena, offering East and Southeast Asian snacks and kitchen essentials that are hard to find in larger stores. Independent Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Helena native Nina Murphy debuts her residency dance project 'Recollections' at Cohesion Dance Project — scheduled for May 15 to 17. The performance explores repetition reimagined this spring. Independent Record
- ➤ Renowned appraiser Timothy Gordon examined the Montana Historical Society’s modern art collection this week as staff helped keep him safe during close inspections — his careful review may influence future exhibit plans. Independent Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Helena High softball team defeated Missoula Hellgate 12 to 2 in five innings at Mihelish Fields on Wednesday, marking its second straight home win. KTVH
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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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Awakening Now Yoga Retreat
7:45 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. — Feathered Pipe Ranch — $1985 — Experience daily yoga and meditation sessions amidst the serene beauty of Montana's nature.
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