Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Clean and Dry Laundromat on Cobban and Farragut invites local residents to a free community wash day on Saturday, May 16, offering free washer+dryer use from 7:30 a.m. until 10 p.m. staff will be on hand to help manage loads. KXTL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Montana DOT and Sletten Construction began upgrading two Butte bridges, with full closures at the Centennial Avenue bridge through mid-October and lane shifts plus closures at the Burlington Street bridge on I-90 through mid-August — drivers are urged to follow posted detours. KXLF
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study from NiceRx released in April found Montana ranked fifth in the nation for heart disease death rate increases, with a 9.7% rise from 2014 to 2023. Health experts advise residents to adopt early preventive measures such as regular exercise and a balanced diet. KXLF
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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.
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11th Annual Pete Sorini Day Celebration
8 AM – 6 PM — Near Butte, Montana — Free entry — Celebrate stewardship with a day of volunteer work followed by a BBQ feast prepared by masterchef Rick.
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