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Helena
Wednesday, September 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A horse breeder in Madison County was ordered to pay nearly $80,000 in restitution to the ASPCA for neglecting 86 horses on his ranch between Sheridan and Virginia City last year—he faces a deferred sentence if he pays and agrees not to own animals for five years. Independent Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Helena Public Schools passed a $240 million high school bond and a $43 million elementary bond Tuesday by a couple hundred votes—Superintendent Rex Weltz said the funds will be used to address deferred maintenance at Capital High with $14 million needed and Helena High, which requires $30 million. The district held nearly 70 public engagements during its bond campaign to gauge community input. KTVH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Naval officials from the USS Montana attack submarine — including its captain — visited Helena during a state tour of the Treasure State. Independent Record
- ➤ Election volunteers help run Helena's voting process by scanning ballots, verifying signatures, and organizing ballots for counting—tasks that ensure a fair and secure election. Retired election judge Nancy Perry said volunteers earn $11 an hour while giving back to the community. KTVH
- ➤ Officials said early results were expected by 8:30 p.m. Tuesday as ballots were still being counted in the Helena municipal primary election, which had a 51% turnout. The Independent Record will update the story as more results are published. Independent Record
READ NEWS
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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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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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If everyone is thinking the same thing, then no one is thinking.
~ Ryan Holiday
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