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Sunday, August 31st, 2025

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Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Stockman Bank promoted Katie Lawler to branch manager at its Sanders location in Helena, and she will now oversee branch operations and customer service. Montana State University revamped its hospitality management program so students starting this fall can choose a business or sustainable food systems concentration — with industry partners supporting paid work opportunities.  Independent Record

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Helena’s sidewalk improvement loan program is set to have its budget increased from $150,000 to $500,000 in fiscal year 2026—this change will allow more homeowners to fix sidewalk hazards. City officials will finalize the new budget in September, which may clear a backlog of about 200 annual applications.  Independent Record

EVENTS

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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.)

    Fri, 5/9/25

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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.

    Wed, 9/3/25

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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.

    Sun, 9/7/25

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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.

    Mon, 9/8/25

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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.

    Tue, 9/9/25

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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.

    Fri, 9/12/25

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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.

    Sat, 9/13/25

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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.

    Mon, 9/15/25

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