Good Day
Helena
Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At the Helena Civic Center on Thursday, firefighter and paramedic Steven Reather was honored as Firefighter of the Year by the Helena Exchange Club—he has served the community for six years and plans to continue teaching kids fire safety. KTVH
- ➤ God’s Love shelter in Helena is implementing new emergency shelter requirements — for October, November and December, guests must show proof of working toward addiction recovery or mental health treatment. Director David Miller said the measure, developed after months of coordination with PureView, aims to curb problematic behavior and will be reviewed next year. KXLH
- ➤ On Wednesday, community members gathered at Memorial Park to join the Wave of Light event for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Dozens lit candles at 7:00 p.m., showing that families facing miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss are not alone—reminding everyone of shared support. KTVH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Historical Society Museum Store in downtown Helena and online will temporarily close today as it moves to its permanent home at the new Montana Heritage Center—renamed the Gift Shop—and will reopen on Dec. 3 when the Heritage Center holds its soft opening. KTVH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Theater students from Capital and Helena high schools performed a live version of books familiar to first graders at a local elementary school this week — a creative event that brought the stories to life. Independent Record
- ➤ Warren Elementary School students rallied around a classmate by writing letters to the county about York Road traffic safety; last spring the PTA notified the county about missing school zone signs on Tizer Road near the school + students hope the county will take prompt action+. Independent Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Helena is preparing to start its annual urban deer count to help officials manage the deer population within city limits. If deer density is too high, the city will cull deer — the meat will be processed with funding from Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks and then sent to Helena Food Share, which received over 1,200 pounds last year. 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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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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Haunted Helena Trolley Tour
5:15 p.m. — Mt Ascension Gastropub — Cost Info — Explore the chilling heart of Helena’s haunted past aboard an authentic trolley.
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Mary Roach Live in Helena
7-9 p.m. — St Paul's United Methodist Church — Free entry — Experience the wit and insights of bestselling author Mary Roach in a lively evening event.
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems Admin I Training
Mon-Fri, Nov 3-7 — The Training Den Helena — $2250 — Enhance your Linux skills with hands-on training in system administration and networking.
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Black Jacket Symphony
7:30-9 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Cost not specified — Experience a live recreation of AC/DC's iconic album Back in Black.
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28th Annual Festival of Wines
7-10 p.m. — Best Western Premier Helena Great Northern Hotel — Support Coats for Kids while savoring over 60 exceptional wines.
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An Evening with David Sedaris
7:30-9 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Books available for purchase — Experience the wit and humor of David Sedaris through readings, Q&A, and a book signing.
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Ladies Who Lunch at Jade Garden
6 p.m. — Mountain View Meadows — Price not listed — Connect with a welcoming group of women for a delightful dining experience.
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Business Planning Clinic Workshop
10 AM – 3 PM — Opportunity Bank Conference Center — Cost information not provided — Enhance your business strategy with insights from the Millionaire Real Estate Agent framework.
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