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In today's newsletter:

  • How did Carroll dominate Montana Western in snowy Helena on Saturday?
  • What could Boeing's India trip mean for Helena's aerospace jobs and students?
  • How much will Carroll College tuition drop for Helena families by 2027?

Also on today's calendar: Cancer Support Community PNKHLN Teriyaki Madness Fundraiser Event and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Colder with snow, 1-3", with a high of 35 and low of 29 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny and cold, temps: high: 40, low: 27.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and chilly, with a high of 46 and low of 28 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Wilkinson's 4 touchdown day fuels Carroll's 52-10 win over Montana Western (swxlocalsports.com) — Carroll College football kept rolling in Helena with a dominant 52-10 win over Montana Western at snowy Nelson Stadium, pushing the Saints to 5-1. Tight end Ty Wilkinson caught four touchdown passes from quarterback Kaden Huot, while a powerful ground game and stingy defense kept Western's usually potent offense in check for local fans.
   

2. Gov. Gianforte visits Boeing India to promote Montana aerospace ties (bigskytimes.com) — Boeing's long-standing fabrication facility in Helena remains central as Governor Gianforte courts more aerospace work for Montana during a trade mission to India. The company has expanded its Helena operations for major aircraft programs and recently backed local students with a $100,000 robotics grant through the Helena Education Foundation, aiming to grow future STEM careers here.
   

3. U.S. colleges cut tuition as families question the value of a degree (latination.com) — Carroll College in Helena plans a major tuition reset by fall 2027, cutting listed costs about 40% and dropping general fees to make prices less intimidating for families. The move is part of a broader national trend of private colleges slashing sticker prices and simplifying financial aid so students better understand the real cost of a four-year degree.
   

4. Montana Department of Labor & Industry Honors 2026 Governor's Safety Achievement and Workers' Compensation Award Winners (mt.gov) — From Helena, state labor officials highlighted Montana employers and safety leaders who earned the 2026 Governor's Safety Achievement and Workers' Compensation Awards. While winners range from Bozeman to Fallon County, the conference in Helena underscored a statewide push for stronger safety training, hazard prevention, and better support for injured workers returning home safely each day.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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