Good Day
Helena
Thursday, May 15th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that motorcyclists accounted for 15% of traffic fatalities in 2023 and that more riders will be on Helena roads as the weather improves. Tom Cox, owner of Poet Motorcycles, advises new riders to take a DOT-supported safety course at Helena College and to use DOT-compliant helmets + practice defensive driving. KTVH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ ExplorationWorks opened its Extreme Sports exhibit on Saturday, which lets visitors try virtual reality simulations and physical challenges like slacklining and balance games at 995 Carousel Way. The interactive display runs through the summer — giving both kids and adults a chance to try new activities. KXLH
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ At the former ASARCO site in East Helena, the EPA has approved a plan to grade and cap a 16 million ton slag pile to protect local groundwater if a new international buyer is not found. Montana Environmental Trust Group is seeking buyers — potential markets include Asia, Europe and Mexico. 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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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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Senior Living Awards On-Site Tour
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — 2475 Winne Ave, Helena, MT — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living communities and experience their exceptional dining and activities firsthand.
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Junie B. Jones Jr.
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Grandstreet Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the charming musical adaptation of Barbara Park's beloved children's book character Junie B. Jones.
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Annual Stakeholder Event
YTCC's Annual Stakeholder Summit will highlight alternative transportation accomplishments in the Greater Yellowstone Region, with a focus on Montana. With decarbonizing the transportation industry as the driving theme, YTCC will share ways individuals, communities and states can become more efficient while lowering GHG emissions.
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