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Helena
Friday, October 10th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After 50 years in Helena, Laughing Water, the owner of Real Food Market & Deli, shared his views on healthy living and the impact of local service. He explained that his years of running the market have shaped his commitment to wellness — a milestone that connects with longtime residents. Independent Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Helena offers a range of local events as the Cirque Italia Water Circus runs from today through October 13 at the Lewis and Clark County Fairgrounds and the Helena Comedy Festival entertains from October 9 to October 12 in downtown venues—while Lewis and Clark Brewery Concerts feature live music with $5 cover charges from today through October 12 at the Taproom. KXLH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will break ground soon at Montana WILD in Helena on a new avian facility designed to modernize care of its ambassador raptors—enhancing educational opportunities. Independent Record
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Helena resident Sarah Burke felt something was wrong after a clean scan in September and a self-exam five months later, and doctors diagnosed her with stage 3 breast cancer in both breasts—she underwent surgery, chemo, and radiation and now shares her journey to urge routine mammograms. KXLH
- ➤ Helena resident Sarah Burke had a clean scan in September but felt something was off during a self exam five months later and was diagnosed with invasive stage 3 cancer in both breasts. She has undergone surgery, rounds of chemo and radiation — and now she shares her journey to help other women get regular screenings — which are key for early detection. KTVH
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A developer has asked the city to approve a project that will add 19 condos, a ground-floor commercial space, and structured parking in downtown Helena. The design is meant to fit the scale and character of the area. Independent Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 14 Carroll College will face No. 8 Montana Western in a pivotal conference game on Saturday. Coach Troy Purcell said the team hopes a win will boost its ranking and improve playoff chances. KTVH
- ➤ The Helena Capital football team traveled Thursday night to play Missoula Hellgate at MCPS Stadium with kickoff at 6 p.m. Coach Kyle Mihelish said the team adjusted its routine by practicing on Wednesday—aiming to build on an overtime win to improve its Western AA record. 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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Mary Roach Live at St. Paul's United Methodist Church!
The Lewis & Clark Library is delighted to welcome New York Times bestselling author Mary Roach to Helena! This free event starts at 7 pm at St Paul’s United Methodist Church, 80 E Lawrence St. Helena and Montana Book Co will be selling books and an author signing opportunity will be available after the event.
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