Good morning, Butte.

The first Cruise Night of summer will take place Wednesday evening at GTR Towing and Repair (8 Dewey Boulevard) in Butte where owners will display classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles and share their restoration stories.

Registration starts at 6 p.m. and votes for the People’s Choice Award will be tallied until winners are announced just before 8 p.m.

In Butte, contestants competed in a 75th Miss Montana competition this weekend while Livingston’s KPRK Radio received a $250,000 grant to restore its historic spire and build a community amphitheater—supporting local arts and events.

A Gardner woman was chased by a protective doe while walking her dogs and crews upgraded the KXLF tower, with Montana Tech planning to remodel its courtyard to meet ADA requirements.

Jerry Tam, fifth-generation owner of Pekin Noodle Parlor — America’s oldest continuously operating Chinese restaurant on South Main Street — said he is considering closing the business as he plans to retire in Hawaii.

The historic restaurant, which has served Butte for more than 110 years, now faces a future that may mark the end of a local era.

Montana Governor Greg Gianforte vetoed hundreds of millions in spending as he finalized the state’s two-year budget—he cut $349 million from several bills and removed $31 million from HB 2 after bipartisan approval.

Providence Heart Institute will close its heart clinic in July, affecting nearly 3,000 patients—Intermountain Healthcare will absorb them to keep care local—and Dr. Elizabeth Buisker said the plan aims to ease the transition.

WalletHub released its annual ranking for road trips and put Montana among the worst states for road trips—ranking it below Vermont, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Delaware with North Dakota ranked even higher.

The ranking considers cost, safety, and activities and has sparked discussion among local road trip enthusiasts.

Montana’s housing market has cooled and shows slower price increases—statewide, the median home price reached $540,100 in January while in Butte, homes sold at about $275,133 with listings pending for 32 days.

Experts expect modest 3–5% increases later in 2025 if interest rates drop, giving buyers more negotiating power.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

Uptown Comedy Night

9-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs with local stand-up comedians.

Butte's Uptown Comedy Night

9-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a night filled with laughter at this weekly comedy showcase.