Saturday, November 2nd, 2024

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Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of November.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Helena man was sentenced to 12 years in prison for strangling and assaulting a family member. Independent Record
- ➤ A Helena man was sentenced to 20 years in prison, with 16 suspended, for felony sexual assault following two jury trials. Independent Record
- ➤ An East Helena man was sentenced to 100 years in prison, with 65 suspended, for felonies involving a minor, expressing remorse for his actions. Independent Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lewis and Clark County Historical Society is set to open a museum showcasing the local history of Helena and surrounding areas, featuring over 450,000 artifacts. KTVH
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Montana Millionaire lottery tickets achieved a new record by selling out all 500,000 tickets in just under three hours, surpassing last year's record. KTVH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montana Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen and Superintendent Elsie Arntzen announce the results of the 2024 Montana Youth Vote, showcasing engagement from K-12 students in mock federal and state elections. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Capital High School football seniors visited their former schools to honor teachers who inspired them, reflecting on the significant impact these educators had on their lives. KTVH
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Montana DEQ has released a new draft permit for the Montanore Minerals Corporation's mining project to ensure wastewater discharge meets water quality standards, with public comments invited through Dec. 6, 2024. MontanaRightNow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lewis and Clark County leads in absentee ballot returns among urban areas with a 72.68% turnout. Independent Record
LIFESTYLE NEWS
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Grappling Industries Tournament in Montana
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Black Jacket Symphony: Tribute to Led Zeppelin IV
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Adventure on the Ambrose Trail: Family-Friendly Walking Tour
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Brett Mondie Live Performance
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Reeder’s Alley Summer Series: Local Music and Refreshments
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Wild Divide Chapter Meeting in Helena
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Reiki Learning Conversation and Mini Sessions
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Kaitlin Butts Live Concert
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Monster Maud Handmade Ornament Pop Up Shop
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Reeder's Alley Summer Series
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