Good Day
Helena
Thursday, September 18th, 2025
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
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Introduction to Pickleball
12-2 p.m. — Barney Park — Free for HYP members, $5 for non-members — Enjoy a fun introduction to the game of pickleball with friends and equipment provided.
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Buffalo Fluffalo author Bess Kalb
Meet Bess Kalb, author of Buffalo, Fluffalo - a Helena Education Foundation First’s First book selection - and now Buffalo, Fluffalo and Puffalo! Kalb will read and present her new title then meet attendees and sign books!
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Beverages with Ben
Join Ben Rigby, candidate for Helena City Commission, for a relaxed conversation over coffee at Scenic Brew on October 2nd, 9-10:30am. No agenda, just an open space to share your thoughts, ideas, and concerns about Helena.
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Helena Sun Run
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Smith Elementary School — Registration required — Participate in a timed 5K run or an untimed 1-mile fun run to support clean energy efforts.
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The Rat Pack in Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Tickets required — Step back into the glam of 1960's Las Vegas with the iconic sounds of Frank, Sammy, and Dean.
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MT Violent Crime Investigators Association 2025 Annual Conference
8 a.m.-5 p.m. — Delta Hotels Helena Colonial — $225.00 — Explore crucial investigative tools and techniques at this informative conference featuring expert case reviews.
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Mania - The ABBA Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience a dazzling tribute to ABBA with a show that's toured the globe.
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