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Helena
Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Members of local Lutheran churches including Our Redeemer's, New Life and St. John's Lutheran raised over $30,000 in a six-week drive to supply milk for kid packs delivered by Helena Food Share — a program that helps kids get food on weekends. Their effort beat a $25,000 goal as kid packs are assembled most weeks from October to April. KTVH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ City documents show a proposal for a McDonald's drive-thru at the former Helena Hardee's location—designed as a 4,000-square-foot restaurant with a dual-lane drive-thru—pending city approval. Independent Record
- ➤ McDonald's submitted a pre-application form to the City of Helena to build a new 4,000 square-foot restaurant with a two-lane drive-through at the former Hardee's site on Euclid Avenue, which will be its third location in Helena. Hardee's closed on October 6 — and its old building is set for demolition as plans move forward. KTVH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Parents, school staff and county public works worked to make Tizer Road safer after crossing guards and students raised concerns near Warren Elementary. County officials passed an ordinance on Tuesday to lower speed limits and update signage in school zones across the county, and the changes will go into effect one month from today—improving conditions at several local schools. KTVH
- ➤ Lewis and Clark County Detention Center will host a two-day walk-in hiring event at the local library on November 1st and 2nd from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. — the event aims to ease staffing shortages — and applicants must bring a current resume to complete on-site interviews and a practical test if selected. KXLH
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Helena Capital beat Helena High 3-1 at Northwest Park on Tuesday afternoon and advanced to the Class AA boys soccer state playoff quarterfinals. The team will play a road game at Bozeman on Saturday. 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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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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Object-Oriented Programming in C# Training
Nov 17-21 — The Training Den Helena — $2250 — Enhance your C# programming skills with a hands-on expert-led training class.
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No Man's Land Film Festival: Kids Program
6-9 p.m. — The Myrna Loy — Fundraiser entry — Experience inspiration and adventure through a documentary focused on girls in sports.
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