Thursday, June 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday morning, Butte Cares awarded 20 Moving Mountain Awards outside the Butte Courthouse to honor local volunteers—young people, teachers, business owners and organizations—who were nominated by community members for their service. KXLF
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Butte-Silver Bow Archives is displaying '100 Years of the Elks,' a new exhibit that shows old photographs + artifacts like the heavy Book of Dead to highlight the group’s long history in Butte. The exhibit, which runs through mid-August, celebrates the Elks’ role in shaping local community life. The Montana Standard
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fish, Wildlife & Parks officials said low river waterflow is a growing concern with rising temperatures, and they will monitor water levels throughout the summer. MontanaRightNow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Butte has announced a new wayfinding signage project to add uniform signs at landmarks such as Naranche Stadium+Maroon Activity Center+the YMCA to guide locals and visitors. The project is part of the city's master plan to make walking easier and will start next year as officials pursue grant funds. KXLF
TRAVEL NEWS
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The Divide Trail Race
9 AM – 6 PM — Thompson Park — Registration includes bib, medal, and prizes — Experience a thrilling 50 & 25K trail race along the Continental Divide.
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Student Ministry Montana Mission Trip
June 19th-25th — Butte Montana — $1500 — Join a meaningful mission trip to serve the community and participate in group activities.
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Samvega Concert
10 PM – 1 AM — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Tickets available — Experience a night of surreal music with Samvega and Doctor Fly featuring visuals by Rainbow Gorilla.
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Butte's Uptown Comedy Night
9-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with local stand-up comedians in a vibrant setting.
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4th of July Pig Roast & Fireworks Show
6-11 p.m. — Old Montana Prison Yard — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a community pig roast and fireworks in a historic setting.
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Butte's Uptown Comedy Night
9-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a night filled with laughter at a cozy comedy venue.
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Igor & The Red Elvises Afterparty
10 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — $15 - $20 — Celebrate the Montana Folk Festival with a lively night of music from Igor & The Red Elvises!
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John Roberts y Pan Blanco - Folk Festival Afterparty
10 PM-1 AM — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — $15 - $20 — Celebrate the Montana Folk Festival with lively music from John Roberts y Pan Blanco at the official afterparty.
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