Good Day
Helena
Friday, August 15th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Helena casinos raised over $11,000 from bar sales and donations to help cover funeral costs and expenses for victims of the August 1 Owl Bar shooting in Anaconda. The funds were gathered by Loose Caboose—4 J's—Drae's casinos and sent to the Owl Bar Victim Memorial Fund at First Montana Bank. KTVH
- ➤ Lewis and Clark Humane Society is seeking local families to foster animals until they find permanent homes — the society offers both short-term and long-term options while covering all necessary supplies and medical care. Interested applicants can fill out an online application and may start fostering as soon as they are approved. KTVH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Helena voters will consider a $283M bond proposal to rebuild Helena High and replace Kessler Elementary to address safety and maintenance issues in the aging school district. Ballots will be mailed Aug 22 and voters will decide on Sept 9—if approved, the measure will modestly raise taxes for homeowners. Independent Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials say wildfire protection begins now as homeowners clear debris around houses and follow burn restrictions to keep embers from igniting extra flames—campfire safety is also stressed to help prevent fires. KXLH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Helena City Commissioners will discuss their positions on flying the pride flag over city buildings—Commissioner Melinda Reed pushed for the formal discussion even though no official action will be taken. Independent Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Carroll College’s women’s soccer team returned Tuesday at Nelson Stadium in a scrimmage against the University of Calgary as they prepared for the 2025 season—coach David Thorvilson said the team will build on last year’s double-digit win season to compete for a conference tournament spot. The regular season will begin on Aug. 30 at Ottawa University Arizona. 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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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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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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