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New in Helena
Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.
The Collective: Beauty & Wellness
BeautyLocal glow-up hub: The Collective: Beauty & Wellness brings Helena’s beauty pros under one roof, with hair, brows, facials, lash extensions, massage, spray tans, medical aesthetics, medical weight loss, IVs, and vitamin injections.
The Gold Bar and Western Bar
NightlifeTwo bars, zero boredom: Because sometimes Helena needs options, The Gold Bar and Western Bar packs two bars in one.
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Most read in Helena
The five stories Helena readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.
Prairie Roots, Mountain Faith: Bishop Austin Vetter’s story
Bishop Austin Vetter, born and raised in North Dakota, has been appointed as the 11th Bishop of the Diocese of Helena, Montana, by Pope Francis nearly seven years ago.
Full story at kfyrtv.com ↗
Governor Gianforte Issues Executive Order to Extend Federal Fuel Hauling Flexibility to Montana Carriers
Governor Greg Gianforte has issued Executive Order 10-2026 to extend Federal Fuel Hauling Flexibility to Montana carriers.
Full story at news.mt.gov ↗
Iron Front Hotel work in Helena brings housing and repairs
Construction is underway at the historic Iron Front Hotel in downtown Helena, after the building was heavily damaged by fire in 2023.
Full story at montanarightnow.com ↗
Breaking down Kalshi's dispute with Montana and what's next
Kalshi and the state of Montana have agreed to dismiss a lawsuit challenging the state's authority to regulate the multi-billion-dollar prediction market under Montana's gambling laws.
Full story at kulr8.com ↗
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