Good morning, Helena.

Former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe visited Shodair Children's Hospital in Helena on Friday and delivered a $32,500 donation he and his wife raised at the 2025 Ace Hardware Shootout—supporting hospital services for children.

Thursday was a special day for Helena’s Special Olympics athletes who gathered at Carroll College to sign a commitment to join the Helena Halos team for the 25 to 26 season—an event that united families and friends and set the stage for a basketball tournament in early November.

The Last Chance Community Powwow returns for its 26th year at the Lewis and Clark County Fairgrounds — it celebrates Native American culture, inclusion and the next generation and runs from Sept 26th through Sept 28th.

Hundreds of Helena-area students attended the 26th annual Last Chance Community Pow Wow demonstration day at the fairgrounds this weekend—tribes from nearby regions and Canada performed traditional dances and shared their indigenous customs while the event will run through Sunday with food, performances and vendors available.

On Thursday, the Department of Veterans Affairs announced that it awarded $12.7M in grants to help Montana veterans facing homelessness.

The grants—totaling $12,755,445—will be provided to two organizations to support critical services for veterans.

Former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe visited Shodair Children's Hospital on Friday and donated $32,500 from funds raised in his name during the 2025 Ace Hardware Shootout—he met Luke Rivenberk, the hospital’s Champion Child who has been a patient for 13 years—and said the visit humbled him while he plans to continue his support.

No. 18 Carroll College beat Dickinson State 35-7 last week and will host its homecoming game today against Rocky Mountain College.

Head coach Troy Purcell said the team is getting better and will play faster to win the big game.

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.)

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Live Standup Comedy with Rodney Norman

8-9:30 p.m. — Algeria Shrine Temple — Refunds available up to 7 days before the event — Experience the hilarious insights of Rodney Norman as he closes out the Helena Comedy Festival.

PVP 'I Was There' Film Workshop

5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. — Carroll College — Free entry — Discover filmmaking with fellow veterans and connect with the community in this therapeutic workshop.

Just for the Helena of It

8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Spring Meadow Lake State Park — Varies by distance — Enjoy a family-friendly run with options for everyone in the scenic capital of Montana.