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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montana food banks face a 40% federal funding cut that will reduce food distribution by about 600,000 pounds over the next year—local agencies urge donations as rising living costs and layoffs increase demand. KXTL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montana Tech announced awards for its graduating class of 2025—honoring top students with valedictorian titles in both associate and baccalaureate programs, engineering achievement awards, and various outstanding student recognitions for academic excellence, character, and service. Montana Tech
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Environmental Protection Agency canceled a $20M grant for Butte’s community wellness hub that was planned to offer shelter during wildfires and provide fitness and cultural programs—local officials say the move threatens a carefully planned vision. Butte-Silver Bow Chief Executive J.P. Gallagher stated the county will continue fighting to secure the investment it deserves. MontanaRightNow
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Butte High sports teams have a busy week with contests in softball, baseball, tennis and track and field. The girls softball team will travel to Helena today at 3 p.m. then host Helena Capital on Thursday while the baseball team faces Beaverhead today at 3 p.m. — the tennis and track teams have scheduled games later in the week — keeping the Bulldogs busy. KXTL
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Uptown Comedy Night
8:30-11:00 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a hilarious lineup of stand-up comedy every Thursday night.
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A Taste of Ireland
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Mother Lode Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the return of the acclaimed Irish music and dance sensation after its Off-Broadway debut.
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