On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Helena Area Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Callie Aschim to talk about this year's Chamber Night and Awards, which will take place on Friday February 16th at the Helena Civic Center. The annual event will present numerous awards to members of the Helena business community, including Business, Business Person, Non-Profit, and Entrepreneur of the Year.

To learn more or to purchase tickets CLICK HERE

NOTE: THIS YEARS EVENT HAS MOVED FROM SPRING MEADOW LAKE TO KENNY SIMPSON NISSAN... DUE TO LEWIS AND CLARK SEARCH AND RESCURE DEEMING THE LAKE UNSAFE THIS YEAR. On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with the Helena Police Police Department's Domingo Zapata and Sean Schoenfelder to discuss this year's Sweetheart Passion Plunge,  taking place Saturday February 10th at Kenny Simpson Nissan. The annual event raises money for Special Olympics Montana, as law enforcement, area organizations, and the public will leap into the lake in just their PJs. 

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On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Lewis and Clark County Fairgrounds Manager Kevin Tenney to discuss the recently announced concert lineup during this year's Last Chance Stampede, a new outdoor concert venue, and the fairgrounds involvement with the Helena Regional Sports Association's proposed sports and entertainment complex, "The Arc".

To purchase tickets for this summer's concerts CLICK HERE

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Bryan Haines, Race Director of the 2024 Governor's Cup. This year will mark the 50th Anniversary of the marathon, which will take place on June, 8th here in Helena. Registration is now open and volunteers are being accepted for one of Montana's largest annual sporting events.

To learn more or to register CLICK HERE

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with President of Carroll College Dr. John Cech to talk about a variety topics related to the college, including Carroll annually ranking as one of the best colleges not only in Montana but the Western U.S., expansions to curriculum, and enhancements to the campus.

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Helena Regional Sports Association Board Member Paul Landes to discuss a proposed project that would create a first of its kind, sports and entertainment complex in Helena, called the "The Arc". 

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On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Will Israel, Associate Director with Montana Outfitters and Guides Association to discuss the organization  as well as MOGA's non-profit arm 'Big Hearts Under the Big Sky'. 

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On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen to discuss a growing problem not only around the United States, but also here in Montana.. Human trafficking. January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and AG Knudsen explains what the Montana Department of Justice is doing to combat this scourge, and  signs to look for that someone maybe a victim of human trafficking.

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On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with East Helena High School Activities Director Shaun Murgel to discuss how the newest high school in our area is building a winning culture and athletics program.

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Father Marc Lenneman, Rector of the Cathedral of St. Helena to talk about the 'Christmas Giving Tree'. For 20 years the Cathedral of St. Helena and Good Samaritan Ministries have been working together to make sure every child has gifts at Christmas.

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On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Helena Food Share's Director of Development Tim Joyce to talk about the 2023 Turkey Challenge taking place Friday November 17th at the Lewis and Clark Library. HFS's goal this year is 2,500 Holiday meals. 

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On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Downtown Helena Inc. Board Member Vanessa Larson to talk about the 2023 Parade of Lights. This years event will be more of a Christmas/Holiday stroll as the floats will be stationary along the Walking Mall. The event kick offs at 5:30pm Friday November 24th with the lighting of the Fire Tower and run until 8:30pm.

Anyone interested in registering a float or for a parade performance has until Wednesday November 15. Visit  downtownhelena.com for a registration form.

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Carroll College Fighting Saints men's basketball coach Ryan Lundgren, who is entering his first season at the helm of the program. Coach Lundgren, who took over in late June, discusses the upcoming season, led by 1st Team All-Frontier Conference selection Andrew Cook.

Tickets available at carrollathletics.com.

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with First Interstate Bank's Guy Almquist, who is serving as Game Director for the Special Olympics State Basketball Tournament,  taking place November 9-11 in Helena. This year's event will bring over 750 athletes from around Montana to the Queen City of the Rockies for games, skills competitions, and more. 

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On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Carroll College Fighting Saints women's basketball coach Rachelle Sayers to discuss the upcoming season. Carroll tips-off  the season ranked #6 in the country, and is the favorite in the Frontier Conference. Leading the way for the Saints will be Helena High standout Jamie Pickens.

Tickets available at carrollathletics.com.

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Downtown Helena Inc. Board Members Megan Helton and Vanessa Larson to discuss DHI's decision reorganize their organization in 2024, and to take a step back from putting on all of their annual events, which include Alive at 5, Downtown Art Walks, Little Tykes Trick or Treat, and the Parade of Lights. 

Note: The remainder of DHI's events in 2023 will still take place.

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Bill McGladdery, Director of  Town Pump's Charitable Foundation and Helena Food Share's Development Director Tim Joyce to discuss Town Pump's 22nd annual “Be a Friend in Deed, Help Those in Need” campaign, which raised nearly $50 million for Montana Food Banks and creates awareness of food insecurity in our state. To donate visit helenafoodshare.org, or any Town Pump location including it's hotels and casinos. The campaign runs until November 30th.

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Enrico Baker, an active member of the U.S. Navy and a reserve deputy with the Lewis and Clark Sheriff's Office, about his company Honor Defined, which preserves the memories and legacies of some of the most noble among us... Active military, veterans, law enforcement, and first responders. 

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Kurt Kittleson sits down with Larry Bauer and Ross Peter Nelson with the Experimental Theater Cooperative in Helena, about the 10th annual Last Chance New Play Fest, running November 3rd-12th at the Helena Avenue Theater

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis sits down with Montana Governor Greg Gianforte to discuss a variety of topics, including the economy, education, hunting, and a little football. 

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Kurt Kittleson and Troy Downing, State Auditor and Commissioner of Securities and Insurance discuss a growing problem in Montana,  elder abuse. Specifically in the form of financial scams and fraud, as over 13 percent of elderly people are victims yearly. If you, or someone you know, appears to be victim of elder abuse or a scam, here’s who to contact:

CSI FAST Team: 406 444-2040 or csi@montana.gov

Adult Protective Services: 844-277-9300

Office of Consumer Protection: 899-481-5896

Long Term Care Ombudsman: 800-332-2272

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Kurt Kittleson talks with Crystal Hermanson Executive Officer of the Helena Building Industry Association and Adrianne Cotton of Cotton Construction about the 2023 Helena Parade of Homes. This year's event kicks off on October 5th with a VIP BBQ event, while the Parade of Homes takes place October 7-8. Tickets are still available at both helenabia.com and 406tix.com.

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis talks with Molly Kruckenberg,  Director of the Montana Historical Society. MHS is conducting major renovations as well as building a new state of the art 66,000 square foot Heritage Center. Molly gives an update on the projects progress, and we discuss the importance of the Montana Historical Society.

On this episode of "Cup of Joe" Stewart Davis talks with Maestro Allan R. Scott, Music Director of the Helena Symphony Orchestra. The Symphony is kicking off its 69th season in Helena, and we discuss their opening night on September 16th, as well as the rest of this season's concerts.