Saturday, March 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Frank Gardner, a pivotal figure in Butte's mining history, was instrumental in reviving the local mining industry by persuading Dennis Washington to purchase the Butte mine in 1985, leading to continued prosperity. The Montana Standard
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montana Tech's Tech Day offers prospective studentsophytes immersive, hands-on learning experiences in various engineering and science disciplines, influencing their college decisions. Montana Tech
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Tech Oredigger men's and women's basketball teams have both qualified for the NAIA National Tournament, with the men entering as a #6 seed and the women making their first appearance in 15 years as a #13 seed. KXTL
TRAVEL NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Compression packing cubes are a travel game-changer — fit twice as much, stay organized, and avoid suitcase chaos. Perfect for any trip, they keep clothes tidy, save space, and make packing and unpacking a breeze. The Buy
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Butte St. Patrick's Day Color Run
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a vibrant and healthy color run suitable for youth, families, and the community.
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Montana Outdoor Expo 2025
The Montana Outdoor Expo features over 100 vendors, educational sessions, film premieres, and outdoor-themed activities for adventure enthusiasts.
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Platinum Street Jazz & A - Z Dance Lesson (ChaCha)
6:30-10 p.m. | Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge | Free admission | Enjoy live jazz music paired with a fun ChaCha dance lesson under the stars.
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39th Annual Spring Art & Craft Show
9 AM – 4 PM | Helena Civic Center | Free entry | Explore unique handmade items from over 90 talented vendors across Montana.
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