Good Day
Butte
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The community will gather at Stodden Park this Saturday for a Polar Plunge to support Special Olympics Montana as part of the Law Enforcement Torch Run. Registration opens at 1:30 p.m. (the plunge starts at 3 p.m.) and donations will fund sports training, competitions, and health screenings. KXTL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Butte-Silver Bow Library will host First Fridays on Feb. 6 with local author Regina Torino talking about her book (Amor Fati) in a new lecture series. The Montana Standard
- ➤ The Butte Public Library will host a trivia night with a $5 entry fee and refreshments available for purchase; teams earning the highest scores will win prizes. The Montana Standard
- ➤ Butte’s Mai Wah Society will host its annual Chinese New Year parade on Feb. 21, described as Montana’s shortest, loudest, and sometimes coldest parade — drawing community members together to celebrate local traditions. The Montana Standard
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Butte Public Library now offers Teen Zone (a space for socializing and supplemental learning) for local teenagers, providing a new area to connect with peers and develop skills. The Montana Standard
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana mountains remain dangerous despite mild valley weather — game warden Matt Wemple advised outdoor enthusiasts to pack insulated water containers, food, and warm supplies before heading to higher elevations. KXLF
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana residents may see delayed mail postmarks as the USPS updates automated processing that can show a later mailing date, impacting bills, taxes and ballots. The service now recommends customers request manual postmarks at local counters (free of charge) and mail items early, especially in remote areas. KXTL
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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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Desperate Electric Concert
7-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre — $15 ADV | $20 DOS — Experience an electrifying night of music with Desperate Electric and StilGone.
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Butte Symphony Orchestra Dance Concert
7:00-10:00 p.m. — The Mother Lode Theatre — $45 Adult, $15 Student — Explore the universal language of dance through vibrant music from diverse cultures.
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