Good Day
Helena
Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Last Chance Stampede and Fair starts today at the Lewis and Clark County Fairgrounds in Helena with a concert featuring country artists Ian Munsick and Rodney Atkins. The fair will run through Saturday with rodeo events featuring themed nights for Military Appreciation on Thursday, domestic violence awareness on Friday, and 4-H Appreciation on Saturday while new food vendors, open exhibits, shopping, and carnival rides add to the festivities and officials urge caution against ticket resellers. KTVH
- ➤ Helena residents have noticed more door-to-door salespeople visiting neighborhoods near Bill Roberts Golf Course this summer. Sheriff Leo Dutton says salespeople in Helena must show a business license and advises residents not to let them in—if they refuse to leave, report them for trespassing. KXLH
- ➤ Karyn Hamilton has been a dedicated 4-H volunteer for 46 years and has worked in many roles while helping get the fairgrounds' multipurpose building ready for incoming animals — she will be honored at the 4-H Appreciation Night on Saturday at the Last Chance Stampede. KTVH
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A large pile of boulders has grown along West Shore Dr. near Canyon Ferry Reservoir since early June as rocks from the Indian Creek mine are gathered to armor eroding banks that threaten recreation sites and a nearby store. Engineers say the project will use about 18,000 tons (39 million pounds) of rock at a cost of (over $1 million) with work scheduled for March through May in 2026 and 2027 to protect the shoreline. KTVH
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hurling, Ireland’s national sport, is gaining traction in Montana after Myles Maloney of the Thomas Meagher Hurling Club held a free skills clinic at Centennial Park in Helena last Friday—demonstrating a mix of soccer, baseball and lacrosse, while plans for a new club in Billings move forward. 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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Practical Presence: Letting Yoga Find You
8 a.m. — Feathered Pipe Ranch — $2995 — Experience deep yoga practices that cultivate a state of being in a supportive community atmosphere.
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Pure Prairie League Concert
7-10 p.m. — Lewis & Clark Taproom — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy classic rock sounds from the legendary Pure Prairie League in a cozy taproom atmosphere.
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Back to School Bash
11 AM – 3 PM — JFK Park, Helena — Free entry — Get ready for the school year with free backpacks and community resources.
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Independent Block Party
5-9 p.m. — Mt Ascension Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy live music and family-friendly fun at a neighborhood block party.
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Intermountain Film Premiere
Myrna Loy, 5pm: Premiere viewing of a brief documentary about Intermountain and children's mental health, followed by panel discussion and call to action. Adults only, for free tickets, email [email protected]
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The Augúst - 57th Annual Montana Footrace
7 PM — Spring Meadow Resources Pavilion — $10 entry fee for youth — Experience the thrill of Montana's second oldest footrace with a flat and fast 5k trail run.
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