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Thursday, September 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of September.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • A family-owned Everest restaurant will open in Helena offering Indian—Nepali cuisine. The eatery will bring traditional flavors to the local dining scene with plans to serve residents soon.  Independent Record

CULTURE NEWS

  • Butte actor Rob Cox recalled his magical summer filming A River Runs Through It with Robert Redford in 1992—he said the director’s style of asking actors for their ideas made him feel valued as a recent University of Montana graduate. Redford died on September 16th and his legacy will continue to shape the film industry.  KXLH
  • On Wednesday, the Capitol rotunda hosted Constitution Day as the Helena Express Singers performed patriotic songs—accompanied by speeches and a recitation of the U.S. Constitution's preamble.  KXLH

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Helena Public Schools now has new vending machines at Capital and Helena High Schools that offer healthy meals such as sandwiches, gyros, salads, and parfaits. The machines cost nearly $17,000—serve 70 to 100 meals daily, and let students pay with their school IDs or cash.  KTVH

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The City of Helena began hosting its bi-annual latex paint exchange on September 17 and it will run until October 1 so residents with a permit can drop off and pick up paint during business hours at the transfer station. The effort helps prevent waste by ensuring proper paint disposal — reducing the need for new paint production.  KXLH

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Mount Helena Run

    10 AM – 12 PM — Birds & Beasleys — $30 entry fee — Experience a challenging 5.6-mile trail run with stunning views in Helena, Montana.

    Sat, 9/20/25

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  • Linux Fundamentals GL120 Training

    Monday, Sep 22nd — The Training Den Helena — Price varies — Gain hands-on experience in Linux fundamentals through a comprehensive training program.

    Mon, 9/22/25

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  • HYP Networking Lunch

    1-2 p.m. — Staggering Ox — Open to all — Enjoy a casual networking lunch featuring unique can-shaped sandwiches and great conversation.

    Fri, 9/26/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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