Friday, December 26th, 2025
Good morning, Helena. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ For 72 years, volunteers have gathered at St. Peter’s Health for the annual Arlene Matthews Sock Sew event—this year it set a record with over 70 volunteers cutting, sewing and decorating stockings for newborns and hospital patients, giving babies a keepsake and patients a festive treat. KTVH
- ➤ Volunteers set a record this year as more than 70 helpers gathered at St. Peter’s Health to cut, sew, and decorate stockings for newborns and patients; the event (a 72-year tradition started by Arlene Matthews in 1953) brings holiday cheer to the community. KXLH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Two Montana nonprofits got $26,500 from the Chrome for Kids Wish Fund to support programs for chronically ill children — the funding will help maintain essential services for affected families. Independent Record
- ➤ Local veterans can get help with mental health this holiday season from Fort Harrison VA + Check A Vet, a nonprofit led by Helena native Michael Carmichael who says staying connected can ease loneliness. 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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Grandstreet Theatre’s 50th Anniversary Celebration
5 PM - 10 PM — Grandstreet Theatre — $27 - $250 — Celebrate five decades of unforgettable performances with special guests and memories at this landmark concert.
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Boots and Beers
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Broadwater Hot Springs & Fitness — Affordable entry — Enjoy a lively evening of line and swing dancing with great company and beers.
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