Good morning, Helena.

A burst pipe on May 1 released hundreds of gallons of water at the Friendship Center, damaging five rooms, the kitchen, dining room and basement.

Staff are cleaning up and planning twelve weeks of repairs while residents stay in hotels and a $25,000 grant supports services.

Construction at Helena Public Schools is set to change traffic patterns today as students return and work continues at Kessler Elementary and Helena High School.

Police advise drivers to leave earlier and exercise caution — enforcement is ramping up to protect pedestrians and reduce risks near campus.

Carroll College started its new school year with students back on campus today as Dr. Jennifer Glowienka became its first fully appointed woman president — having served as interim co-president last year, she now plans to expand programs and enhance student life.

Testing at Rossiter Elementary confirmed PFAS at its well site, and the district installed specialized filters to remove these compounds—health officials say the measure supports safer water for students.

Transportation officials met this week in Helena as the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority works to revive the old Hiawatha route.

Officials discussed plans to boost connectivity among Montana’s cities (with planning on hold pending FAA policy shifts).

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.)