Good Day
Helena
Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Helena Fire Department and Montana Department of Natural Resources responded to a less-than-quarter-acre fire on Mount Ascension today and extinguished it around 10:45 a.m. — crews continue mop-up activities while trailheads remain closed and residents are asked to avoid the area and flying drones. MontanaRightNow
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Helena firefighters responded to a wildfire on Mount Ascension around 11 a.m. when a plume of smoke was seen—officials suspect a lightning strike triggered the blaze. Independent Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana PSC approved preliminary fines of $86,700 against North Star Development for failing to provide reliable water service in the North Star subdivision and said the company did not take enough steps to meet state law over the years. North Star has until Aug. 22 to request negotiations that may require installing backup pumps or finding other water sources—actions aimed at boosting reliability even though any fines would go to the state general fund rather than directly helping residents. KTVH
- ➤ Montana utility regulators set a potential $86,700 fine against North Star Development for not ensuring enough water in the North Star subdivision and offered the company a chance to negotiate non-monetary alternatives. The developer must request these negotiations by Aug. 22 while residents face ongoing watering restrictions that challenge their yard use—raising long-term concerns. KXLH
- ➤ Helena Regional Airport has unveiled its master plan to add two gates, more concourse space, and additional baggage claims to support future growth—airport director Jeff Wadekamper said the plan sets up the next twenty years of development and is designed to meet increasing passenger numbers while preparing for expanded air service. 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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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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Tea with Muriel Fahrion
2-5 p.m. — The Original Montana Club — Ticket required — Sip tea and enjoy delightful snacks while hearing from the creator of Strawberry Shortcake.
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