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Good morning to you Helena! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Helena students can compete in this 24-hour math challenge
  • Butte High looks to rebound in next week's trip to Helena High

Also on today's calendar: Steak Fry fundraiser and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Kelly U.!

Today's riddle: How do you know the moon is going broke? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Pleasant with periods of sun, with a high of 71 and low of 42 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Pleasant with sun and clouds, temps: high: 74, low: 50.
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 69 and low of 37 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Seventh Annual Montana Mathematical Modeling Challenge: Oct 17-18, 2026 (carroll.edu) — Students around Helena can now register for a 24-hour Montana Mathematical Modeling Challenge hosted at Carroll College on October 17–18, where teams tackle real-world problems using math, statistics, and computing. Space is limited, with discounted early-bird registration through October 2 and a final deadline of October 9, plus cash prizes and meals included for participants.
   

• Bulldogs and Maroons fall just short on the road (buttesports.com) — Butte High's football team, coming off a close loss at Missoula Sentinel, will head to Helena High next week looking to revive its season on the road. The story recaps key performances from both Butte High and Butte Central's narrow defeats, highlighting strong individual efforts and the teams' continued competitiveness despite tough records.
   


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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Handyman Brett with Hallz to Wallz does a great job!
    He is a problem solver! He helped an old lady (me) feel safer and more secure in her home by fixing a back door that wouldn't close or lock. He… (Nextdoor Sierra Rd West Needs Help)
  • Lost Boston Terrier!
    Name is Reggie, unfortunately no collar. Saturday night 9/26 (Nextdoor Upper Eastside)
  • Edgewood Healthcare posted a job opening for Cook in Helena. Apply here.
  • CRH plc posted a job opening for Crusher Plant Operator in Helena. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Helena here.

🗞 Nearby News

East Helena

  • Billings Central volleyball rallies in 4 sets to beat East Helena (montanasports.com)

Butte

  • KXLF Butte Area Weather: Mild with plenty of clouds on Sunday, but likely dry (kxlf.com)
  • High School Football scores for Sept. 25, 2026 (nbcmontana.com)
  • Why I Left My Mom- Melissa is Born (vocal.media)

Ok Helena! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It's down to its last quarter. (Thank you Linda H. for sending it in!)
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