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Saturday, August 10th, 2024

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Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Federal and state officials have initiated road reconstruction and maintenance projects in the Helena area, affecting travelers with temporary road closures and construction activities.  Independent Record

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A firefighting pilot, Juliana Turchetti, died in a plane crash while combating the Horse Gulch Fire; a preliminary NTSB report detailed the crash's circumstances.  MontanaRightNow

CRIME NEWS

  • Cliff's Jewelry in East Helena was burglarized, leading to a $35,000 loss in jewelry and $5,000 in damages, with the local police seeking public help to solve the organized crime.  KTVH
  • Helena residents face a surge in car vandalism, with seven incidents involving BB gun shattered windows reported in one week, leading to financial strain and inconvenience for victims.  KTVH

EDUCATION NEWS

  • BuzzBallz founder Merrilee Kick makes a record $30 million donation to Texas Woman's University, marking the largest gift in the school's history to advance health sciences, athletics, and campus expansion.  Independent Record

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Residents demand action as dust from Davis Gulch Road exacerbates health issues and hinders access to recreational spots, with city treatments halted due to cost concerns.  Independent Record
  • Lincoln Volunteer Fire Rescue Chief Zach Muse criticizes conservation litigators for forest management practices that hinder firefighting efforts and endanger public safety.  Independent Record

HEALTH NEWS

  • The Montana Swim Academy is expanding to Helena to address the high demand for swimming lessons amidst the state's leading rate of drowning deaths.  KTVH

EVENTS

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    Sat, 9/7/24

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  • Windbag Giveback for Helena Food Share

    Experience a night of food and drinks to support Helena Food Share at the Windbag Saloon & Grill.

    Mon, 9/9/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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  • Sprinkle these cute ceramic ghosts around the house for an understated nod to Halloween.
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