🌱 Last Chance Stampede New Event + Suspicious Letters + ServeMontana

Hello all. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Helena Patch newsletter. Let's get this Monday started off right with a quick review of the most important things happening in town these days.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: A couple of thundershowers. High: 79 Low: 53.
• Tuesday: A shower and thunderstorm. High: 75 Low: 56.

Here are the top three stories today in Helena:

1. The Last Chance Stampede in Helena will introduce a new event next month, featuring women's breakaway roping during the PRCA rodeo from Jul. 27-29. In this modified version of tie-down roping, cowgirls on horseback compete to rope a calf, stopping their horse while the calf runs to break away the rope attached to the saddle horn. The addition of breakaway roping is expected to be a fan favorite, showcasing the skill and horsemanship of the cowgirls and their horses. (Montana Right Now)
2. A third suspicious letter has been received by a Montana legislator, this time addressed to House Speaker Matt Regier. The unopened letter was flagged as suspicious by staff members and turned over to the Montana Highway Patrol. Similar to the previous two letters addressed to other lawmakers, the latest letter has post markings from Kansas City and a local Helena return address, indicating a deliberate attempt to instill fear and disrupt the government process. (NBC Montana)
3. The Governor's Office of Community Service in Montana honored six individuals and two organizations at the annual ServeMontana Awards in Helena, recognizing their contributions to the state's volunteer spirit. The awards highlighted the efforts of those who work behind the scenes, doing great things for others and the environment. Montana has a strong culture of volunteering, with a high rate of formal and informal helping, reflecting the state's commitment to community service. (KTVH)

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Today and tomorrow in Helena:

Monday, June 26

• Summer Ayurvedic Yoga & Lifestyle Workshop At Eclipse Community Yoga (6:00 PM)

Tuesday, June 27

• Live Music: The Free Agents At Silver Star Steak Company (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Commission Meeting scheduled for today (Jun. 26) has released its agenda online. Among the items to be discussed is the potential adoption of the preliminary budget for the upcoming Fiscal Year 2024. You can view it here. (City of Helena, Local Government via Facebook)
• East Helena's JFK Park is home to a unique feature called the FitLot, which is the only one of its kind in Montana. The FitLot includes a cushioned floor and exercise equipment, offering residents a California or Florida-style fitness experience right in their own backyard. The $80,000 FitLot was made possible through a grant from AARP, which aims to install fitness parks in each state for its 60th anniversary. (KXLH 8)
• The Placer Building in Helena is a historic landmark that opened in 1913 as the largest hotel between St. Paul and Portland. It derived its name from the placer gold found during the excavation of its basement and has hosted numerous celebrities over the years, attracting thousands of visitors who have enjoyed its hospitality. You can learn more here. (Visit Helena, Montana via Facebook)

You're all caught up for today! See you all soon for another update.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.