Good Day
Butte
Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ NorthWestern Energy warned Butte customers today about scam calls falsely threatening power disconnection and insisting on prepaid card payments, noting that official notices never ask for prepaid cards. KXTL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Shepperd’s Candy, Butte’s oldest candy shop, reopened on Jan. 1 at its Harrison Avenue location after owner Ron Gallardo recovered from open-heart surgery and setbacks like a truck crash + COVID challenges, and the shop now operates at full capacity while preparing to offer heart boxes of chocolate for Valentine’s Day. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Shepperd’s Candy has reopened today in Butte for locals and visitors. The historic shop is ready to serve its classic sweets after a brief closure. The Montana Standard
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Copper prices have risen, boosting the Montana Resources mine in Butte and providing benefits to its workers and local economy as demand from data centers & other customers drives the market. The Montana Standard
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Christine (1983) Screening
7 PM — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Donation-based entry — Experience the classic horror film 'Christine' on the big screen with fellow movie lovers.
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Tuesday Night Open Mic
7 PM – 1 AM — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — No Cover — Enjoy a night of local talent hosted by Aaron Armstrong in a welcoming atmosphere.
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Misery Screening
7-10 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Free entry — Experience the suspense of the classic 1990 film Misery on the big screen.
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Tuesday Night Open Mic with Aaron Armstrong
7-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — No cover (cash tips appreciated) — Enjoy an evening of diverse local talent at this open mic night.
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Little Shop of Horrors Screening
7 p.m.–1 a.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Donation Based — Enjoy a free screening of the cult classic musical horror comedy from 1986.
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SNöFLINGA Opening Ceremonies
5-9 p.m. — U.S. High Altitude Speed Skating Center — Free ice skate rentals — Celebrate the SNöFLINGA with fun activities for all ages at the skating center.
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Outdoor Hockey Showdown
4-7 p.m. — Leonard Field — Free entry — Celebrate Montana Tech's 125 years with thrilling outdoor hockey action on Leonard Field.
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Try Hockey!
2-3:30 p.m. — Butte Community Ice Center — Free entry — Experience the thrill of sled and stand-up hockey in a welcoming community setting.
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