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Friday, June 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Miners Union Day celebration is set for Saturday, June 14th at the World Museum of Mining where free admission and family activities include an underground tour, garnet panning, and mine helmet decorating — the museum celebrates its 60th anniversary and visitors must wear closed-toed shoes on the tour. KXTL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Tacoma man was sentenced to 14 years in prison for trafficking drugs — meth, fentanyl and heroin — in Butte and on the Blackfeet Reservation yesterday. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Montanans received a fake text claiming they owe a traffic ticket fine and face lost licenses—official authorities confirmed the message was not from the MVD, so residents should delete it, warn neighbors, and report it to the FTC. KXTL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new ranking from Wander shows that Montana ranks high among the most underrated vacation spots for 2025—Bozeman, Missoula, and Helena score well for charm and safety. The study suggests travelers may soon visit the state for quiet and scenic getaways. KXTL
- ➤ Orphan Girl Mine will host an underground music series for local bands in its 100-level starting August 12th—tickets will be on sale July 19th—and proceeds will benefit the World Museum of Mining. KXTL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Doug Ingraham joined a lawsuit against Butte-Silver Bow County over the handling of his husband Caleb Boelman's remains after his death last summer, alleging discrimination and privacy violations while seeking $1.5 million in damages. The lawsuit claims county officials delayed refrigerating Caleb’s body and improperly shared information with his family, actions that may have breached their official oath. KXLF
- ➤ Authorities found unexploded military ordnance at the Butte-Silver Bow Landfill—an explosives team from Malmstrom Air Force Base is heading to Butte to manage the risk safely. The Montana Standard
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Montana clinics were caught off guard when the federal government abruptly froze $2 million in Title X funds, leaving 20 centers without critical reproductive health services—health officials and nonprofit groups now warn that private donations and legal action may be needed to keep these clinics open. KXTL
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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