Good morning, Butte.

Local law enforcement in Butte-Silver Bow County is urging truck drivers to secure loads—reports show falling garbage and other items have created hazards on roadways.

Montana now has one drive-in theater after a drive-in in Billings burned down in June 2022 and one in Hamilton closed to become a film studio — the Silver-Bow Drive-in in Butte has not opened for its seasonal run, which normally operates from May to September.

Montana Senators Steve Daines and Tim Sheehy blocked the sale of federal public lands from the Big Beautiful Bill on the Senate steps over the weekend—following the House vote that removed the sale provision with help from former Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke.

The Montana delegation remained united in its effort to keep public lands in public hands and to prevent a large tax increase.

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.