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Helena
Friday, August 1st, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ NorthWestern Energy signed a letter of intent late Tuesday night to supply up to 1,000 MW by 2030 for a planned AI data center by Quantica Infrastructure — the project would be Montana’s largest if built. It has raised concerns about grid capacity given that current demand is around 750 MW. Independent Record
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Richard Dean Karbo pleaded guilty to assault with a weapon after he shot his friend twelve to thirteen times at his Wolf Creek home during a drinking session and was sentenced to 20 years in prison with 15 years suspended—he must pay around $30,000 in restitution with about $15,000 still owed. Independent Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents have received taxable value letters and tax rebate postcards after updated property assessments were sent, with some homeowners expressing concern over steep increases. The online portal to apply for a rebate of up to 400 dollars opens August 15 and closes October 1, and the property tax bills will be mailed in October (updated by the Montana Department of Revenue). KTVH
- ➤ Helena will begin an extensive two-month fuel reduction project on Mount Helena and Mount Ascension starting Monday — city officials say the project is set to lower wildfire risks in the South Hills. Independent Record
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services confirmed West Nile virus in four mosquito pools (three in Lewis and Clark County) and urged Helena residents and livestock owners to protect themselves by wearing long clothing, draining standing water, using DEET, and avoiding outdoor time at dawn and dusk. 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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Beyond the Big Sky Stargazing Event
9 p.m. – 12 a.m. — Montana Learning Center — $25 adults, $15 youth — Explore the cosmos with expert astronomers and amazing telescopes in one of America's darkest skies.
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Queen City Ballet Company presents: The Bang Group (NYC); A Night of Classical and Contemporary Dance
This special, not-to-be-missed performance at the Myrna Loy includes a collaborative work featuring dancers from both Queen City Ballet Company and The Bang Group, who come to Helena from New York City and include Helena native and Queen City alum Louise Benkelman.
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Rock the Block Art Fair
5-10 p.m. — Holter Museum of Art — Free entry — Celebrate the end of summer with art booths and community fun in Helena.
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