Good Day
Helena
Wednesday, August 14th, 2024
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Helena Police Department to offer a free seminar on verbal de-escalation techniques hosted by Sergeant Noal Petty, focusing on communication skills and safety, with limited space available. KTVH
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A child was hospitalized after a bear incident in Montana, emphasizing the importance of bear safety and the use of bear spray. Independent Record
- ➤ Lewis and Clark County Sheriff/Coroner Leo Dutton identified one of the victims of a plane crash in the Scapegoat Wilderness as Donald Long, 46, from Bend, Oregon. KTVH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ExplorationWorks gained a grant to bolster Early Childhood STEM education for low-income and rural families in Helena, impacting over 9,500 young children. KTVH
- ➤ Helena Public Schools received a $24,000 grant to enhance teaching with emerging AI and technology, aiming to bolster tech-related learning across K-12 levels. KTVH
- ➤ The University of Montana has started construction on a new 600-bed residence hall, its first in 30 years, to tackle the housing crunch amid rising student enrollment. Independent Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews are cleaning up contaminated material from the former Pocahontas Mine to improve water quality in Helena's Minnehaha Creek, part of the Upper Tenmile Creek Mining Area Superfund site. KTVH
- ➤ Packers and mules play a crucial role in maintaining Montana's vast 1.6 million-acre Bob Marshall Wilderness by supporting conservation efforts and enabling access to remote areas. KXLH
- ➤ The Black Canyon fire near Helena has been downsized to 270 acres and is 5% contained, with efforts involving 236 personnel and an estimated cost of $958,500. Independent Record
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Reiki Level One Class in Helena, Montana
Learn the essentials of Reiki, including its history, techniques, and how to conduct self-practice, while receiving your Level One attunement.
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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.
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Reeder's Alley Summer Music Series
Experience a delightful summer evening with live local music and refreshments in the scenic historic setting of Reeder's Alley.
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Art Smart: Engaging After School Art Classes
Experience a creative journey in an after-school art class at The Holter Museum of Art, where each session highlights a different artist's style and medium.
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It's in the Book AA Meeting
Learn about alcohol addiction recovery resources and support at the It's in the Book Group, offering both in-person and hybrid participation options.
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4th Annual Septemberfest Soapbox Derby
Experience the excitement of the 4th Annual Septemberfest Soapbox Derby with a car show, lively music, and thrilling races in downtown Helena.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it's better to listen to what it has to say.
~ Paulo Coelho
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