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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new report finds that Montana may not get America’s favorite grocery store because long travel distances and strong support for local shops make it hard for big chains. The study says that while some chains have adjusted to other markets, Montana’s rural layout and unique tastes may keep the chain away for now. KXTL
- ➤ Mark Matheny, founder of UDAP Industries, was mauled by a grizzly bear in 1992 near Yellowstone and launched his bear spray company two years later—his ordeal now drives a business that supplies major retailers. Governor Gianforte visited the Butte facility on April 16 and heard Matheny credit that experience for shaping his company's success. The Montana Standard
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Butte Music Experience will hold its Winter Season finale on Friday at Covellite Theater at 7pm where over 30 student performers—including the Sea Serpents, The Seekers, BMXtra Terrestrials, and adult group SedimenTerry—will perform live. The program teaches group music skills and will lead into a Summer Season starting May 10. KXTL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana Resources and Atlantic-Richfield Co. have pumped 9 billion gallons of treated water from the Berkeley Pit into Silver Bow Creek since 2019 to keep the water level safe at 5,356 feet and below the protective 5,410 feet mark. They have collected over 14,000 samples to ensure the water meets state quality standards — the effort aims to protect groundwater for the future. KXLF
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana is proposing to raise non-resident hunting license fees from $15 to $100 to boost funds for the Block Management Program—officials say the measure now awaits the Governor’s decision. KXTL
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A recent report lists eight meats that are illegal to grill in Montana due to wildlife laws and health codes — grilling these meats may lead to fines and legal action. KXTL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Monty Klistoff returns to the ring as he will fight Brandon Little Coyote in the main event of Fight Kingdom 3 at the Butte Civic Center Saturday night—part of a ten-fight card covering boxing, kickboxing, and MMA. Doors open at 6 p.m. with the first bout set for 7 p.m. and tickets available for $28 at the box office or $25 in advance. KXTL
TRAVEL NEWS
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USPA Tested & Open 2025 Montana State Championship
9:30 AM – 6:00 PM — ADONIS Strength & Fitness — $15 entry for spectators — Watch top lifters compete in both tested and non-tested divisions.
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Butte Mineral & Gem Show
9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Butte Civic Center — Adults $3, Children free — Discover stunning minerals and gems while enjoying games and activities for the kids.
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