Good morning, Butte.

Off in the Woods will perform at Covellite Theater in Butte this Friday night.

Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8, with a $10 donation ticket and 21-year-olds needing their ticket confirmation and ID to claim an accessory prize + details available at Lone Peak Cannabis.

Washington Foundation will continue its donation to support the Montana Folk Festival + strengthening local culture and traditions for the community.

Copper prices are above $6 per pound, helping Butte mining operations break records and boost local profits as demand for electric vehicles and supply disruptions shape the market.

The mine with 400 employees is set to continue operations amid this surge.

Whitehall Elementary School reported a yearling moose near campus on Monday and Tuesday and has boosted its monitoring before recess and drop-off times to keep students and the animal safe while working with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks.

Montana is experiencing a warmer winter with record temperatures creating safer roads and new travel opportunities for locals.

Residents should remain prepared — off-grid areas still have limited cell service.

Four environmental groups filed suit in Butte federal court on Monday alleging the BLM Dillon Field Office project plan lacks key details and threatens sensitive species + the groups are asking for a more thorough review of the plan.

An ad hoc committee will meet every Tuesday to address concerns about the proposed Butte data center (the group also aims to discuss additional development aspects).

Montana Tech men are ranked 15th and the women 12th (NAIA poll) as both teams ride winning streaks.

They will play Dakota State on Friday and Bellevue on Saturday during a key road trip.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.