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Helena
Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Camp Runnamucka is a free summer camp for 140 military children sponsored by the Montana National Guard and run by the Montana Guard Kids Organization, where kids learn skills to cope with a parent's deployment — and build friendships. The camp helps military kids feel supported as they share their experiences with peers. KTVH
- ➤ Local casinos in Helena have pledged to donate all bar sales to help the victims and families of the Owl Bar shooting in Anaconda, with funds set to cover funeral expenses and community needs (donations are accepted until 2 a.m. in Helena and 5 a.m. in East Helena). KXLH
- ➤ Local casinos in Helena have donated all bar sales proceeds to help the families of the Owl Bar shooting victims in Anaconda—donations include non-alcoholic drinks and cash accepted at Loose Caboose, Four Js and Draes until 2 a.m. in Helena and 5 a.m. in East Helena. KTVH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Republic Services took over Tri-County Disposal’s waste hauling permit on Aug. 1—ending over 30 years of family-run service in Helena while the state reviews a separate transfer of Valleyview Landfill. Independent Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ BLM is asking the public for feedback on a proposal to mine sapphires near Hauser Lake—if approved, the project will run for five years across a 5-acre area along the lake shore. Independent Record
- ➤ Yesterday, the Helena Chamber of Commerce + League of Women Voters hosted Speed Date Your Candidates, where mayoral and city commission candidates answered voter questions in timed sessions at different tables. Voters learned about key issues like housing and transportation while the top primary finishers will move on and ballots must be returned by Sept. 9. KTVH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lewis and Clark Public Health officials urge residents to watch for bats in their homes after two bats have tested positive for rabies this summer—experts say to call them if bats are found indoors or behave unusually. This reminder comes as bats naturally become more active during warmer months. 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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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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LINUX Shell Scripting Training
Sep 3-4 — The Training Den Helena — $990 — Dive into the world of shell scripting and automate tasks effectively.
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The Wonder of Elvis Tribute Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Tickets required — Experience the electrifying tribute to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll performed by Donny Edwards.
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