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Helena
Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Muriel Fahrion, the original artist behind Strawberry Shortcake and early creator of the Care Bears, visited Helena this weekend for a meet-and-greet hosted by Get Lost Travel—fans gathered downtown on Friday and will join her today at the Montana Club tea room, where tickets are sold out. This event marks her first visit to Montana as she meets fans across generations. KTVH
- ➤ The Montana Heritage Center is building interactive exhibits like a mineshaft and tipis to bring Montana’s history to life. Jacob Franklin from the Montana Historical Society said the 30,000 square-foot center featuring a Homeland exhibit and a Charlie Russell gallery will open in early December with a ribbon cutting and hold a grand opening in June 2026—promising a unique local experience. KTVH
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Blackfeet Reservation has endured a five-year drought that dried up ponds and shriveled pastures, forcing ranchers to cut back on cattle and hurting the local economy. In June, the Tribal Business Council declared a state of emergency and officials are calling for immediate action—ranchers worry the drought may permanently damage their livelihoods. Independent Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Helena voters are filling out ballots that include the proposed HPS High School Bond, and MTN has shown that property taxes could rise from about $147 to $719 per year depending on a home’s assessed value—details reflect new taxable value rules. Voters must return ballots by September 9th. KTVH
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Aug.26, 2025, Lolo Creek ran dry for over a mile before reaching the Bitterroot River—Jed Whiteley of the Clark Fork Coalition said fish struggled in a low pool. Independent Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County commissioners approved a $368,815 bid to repair the courthouse roof and replace the roof-edge gutter liner of the Lewis and Clark County Courthouse — awarding Tuesday's contract to Missoula-based Summit Roofing as the lowest of four bids. The work will use funds from the FY26 Courthouse Building Capital Improvement Plan to address ongoing leaks around the building's perimeter. Independent Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Helena High graduate and University of Montana transfer Kaden Huot was named Carroll College’s starting quarterback by head coach Troy Purcell in an interview Thursday — the team is set to play at MSU-Northern today. 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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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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Certified Nursing Assistant Course
4-8 p.m. — Online Lecture via TEAMS & In-Person Skills Lab — Cost varies — Train to become a certified nursing assistant with both online and hands-on training.
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Best-Selling Author Sy Montgomery
Western Montana book stores and Montana Book Company welcomes Sy Montgomery—National Book Award finalist of The Soul of an Octopus—and acclaimed wildlife artist Matt Patterson to celebrate the publication of The True and Lucky Life of a Turtle. The bestselling and Sibert Honor–winning creators of The Book of Turtles bring us the true story of a snapping turtle’s extraordinary journey—and the amazing conservationists who helped give him a second chance. This feel-good, gorgeously illustrated story about beating the odds is the true story of a very lucky turtle.
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Helena Septemberfest
4-8 p.m. — The Gulch: Downtown Helena — Free entry — Experience a dinosaur-themed weekend of family fun with soapbox derby racing and balloon sculptures.
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38 Special Concert
7-9 p.m. — Lewis & Clark County Fairgrounds — Ticket information available — Enjoy a night of Southern rock with iconic hits from 38 Special.
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux Automation with Ansible Training
Sep 15-18 — The Training Den Helena — $2735 — A comprehensive four-day course for system administrators to master Ansible automation skills.
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