Good morning, Butte.

REC Silicon used its right-of-first-refusal to buy 620 acres at the Montana Connections industrial park south of Butte, halting a Sabey Data Center deal while chief executive J.P.

Gallagher said details of the new development will be shared in coming months.

Western Cafe in Bozeman was named Montana's most retro diner by a national review & its nearly 100-year legacy continues to draw locals for classic breakfasts.

After 115 years serving family recipes, the historic Pekin Noodle Parlor closed its doors, leaving Butte with cherished memories of miners and locals.

Jerry, son of the late Danny Wong, announced the closure via social media, marking the end of a community landmark.

Residents are encouraged to prepare a go bag and plan evacuation routes as wildfire season advances across Montana.

The guide advises keeping essentials (ID, prescriptions, cash, and documents) ready and sharing plans with neighbors for safety during rapid fire events.

Residents celebrated Earth Day on April 22 with a community clean-up and wildflower event in Butte, raising public environmental awareness.

Residents in southwest Butte had gas meters shut off on Thursday after a natural gas outage affected 670 customers.

NorthWestern Energy said crews will restore service safely once the pipeline is repaired & pilot lights are relit door-to-door.

Montana hockey fans have made their Stanley Cup playoff picks as the action begins.

Popular favorites include the Golden Knights, Avalanche, & Utah Mammoth, with games available on regular TV this season.

Levi Blom Spring Concert

9 p.m. — Bridger Brewing — $10 cover — Experience the heartfelt country melodies of emerging artist Levi Blom as he takes the stage.

Mad Hatter's Tea Party and Croquet Tournament

12-5 p.m. — Historic Clark Chateau Museum & Gallery — Free entry — Enjoy whimsical tea and croquet in a delightful setting.