Good Day
Helena
Thursday, June 26th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carroll College announced that Dr. William Rudd will not serve as president — he is stepping away to focus on personal matters less than one week before he was due to start — and Interim Co-Presidents Dr. Jennifer Glowienka and Bishop Austin Vetter will lead the college for the 2025 to 2026 academic year until a new president is chosen. KXLH
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters are working today to build containment lines for the Jericho Mountain Fire, which remains about 369 acres with no containment while evacuation warnings, flight restrictions and forest closures stay in place along Rimini Road and nearby feeder roads. Crews are working on both sides of the Continental Divide and plan to continue efforts as warmer weather may increase fire activity — residents should keep away from the area. MontanaRightNow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials are seeking public comment on Helena Forward—a multi-year land use planning process that stems from Senate Bill 382 and the Montana Land Use Planning Act. Public input will help shape future land use policies in the city. Independent Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Helena Small Fry is launching a middle school girls flag football program for Helena-area girls in grades 5—8. Coach Juliet Hahn said the program builds leadership and teamwork—registration is open until July 31. 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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Watermelon Men at The Rathskeller
12-2 a.m. — Rathskeller — Check for pricing — Enjoy local music and great beverages as the new food menu debuts.
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July 4th Celebration at Centennial Park
10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Centennial Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with free hot dogs, root beer floats, live music, and family activities.
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Helena's Alive at Five
5-9 p.m. — Lewis & Clark Tap Room — Free entry — Experience a lively night of Celtic and rock fusion with The Young Dubliners.
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Montana Fair Housing Maintenance Workshop
11 a.m.–2 p.m. — Helena College University of Montana — Cost to cover instructor and room rental — Enhance your maintenance skills while ensuring fair housing compliance in a fun, interactive workshop.
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Symphony Under the Stars
8:30 p.m. — Carroll College — Donations accepted — Enjoy a magical evening of music and fireworks in a Helena tradition.
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Montana Women's Triathlon
8:00 AM – 12:01 PM — Last Chance Splash Waterpark & Pool — Registration required — Compete in a diverse range of triathlon events promoting women's fitness and teamwork.
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