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Helena
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lewis and Clark Humane Society will host the first Paws for a Cause fundraiser on Wednesday, October 1 at the Helena Civic Center—doors will open at 11:30 a.m. and the program will begin at noon. The free event asks for financial contributions and nearly all of the 200 reservations have been filled with 180 already reserved. KTVH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Helena Slim Chickens closed permanently on Sept 24, 2025—workers removed signage and cleared parts of the building, and no official reason was given for the closure. The franchise, operated by Preferred Restaurant Group, opened in December 2020 and was the only Montana location. KTVH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Preserve Montana’s Uncovering Helena’s Hidden History tour enters its fifth year with new historic sites like the Myrna Loy, Grandstreet Theater, miner’s house, and Baxendale schoolhouse added for guided exploration via the Explore Montana app. The tour will run Saturday, September 27 from noon to 5 p.m. and all proceeds support local historic preservation—protecting Montana’s heritage. KTVH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ With the school year underway, many seniors are starting the college application process using the free Apply Montana portal—an online system for 16 public colleges that lets them submit one application for all schools. Local professionals are visiting high schools during Montana College Application Week to provide one-on-one help as students work to complete their applications. KTVH
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Davey Erickson of Chester and Kimber Koteskey of Great Falls helped Carroll College’s Talking Saints reach the championship final in the season opener at The Teaching Tournament — an online event held Sept. 13-14. Independent Record
- ➤ Carroll College is set to premiere a new docuseries titled The Book of Saints that honors the 20th anniversary of its record-setting fourpeat football team, and the first episode will be shown Friday at 6 p.m. at Nelson Stadium—where former players, coaches and alumni will relive the historic moments. 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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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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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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