Good morning, Butte.

Heather Silk organizes the Butte Community Market each Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Clark Park, where she sells plant-based Silk Soapery skincare products made with five basic ingredients in her home kitchen (supporting healthy living and local economy).

In 2021, Montana’s farmers market economy generated $17.3M in revenue.

Southwest Montana is getting ready for Fourth of July with multiple events (The Best Seat in Butte, Anaconda’s Main Street parade, Boulder parade, and Deer Lodge cookout and fireworks) to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.

Music on Main kicks off today in Uptown Butte at 6 p.m. with Friends of the Family, a blues rock band known for its tight guitar work.

TDS Fiber will give $5 food vouchers to the first 60 kids (towels are recommended).

Butte’s Big M fireworks display will be bigger and better as the Town Pump Foundation boosts a larger fireworks budget - promising an exciting local event.

A NOAA forecast says a geomagnetic storm will give Montana residents a chance to see the Northern Lights tonight and into early Friday (if the skies clear), adding a natural bonus to the Fourth of July celebrations.

Rescuers from the 40th Helicopter Squadron of MAFB located a missing family of five from their fishing trip near Maney Lake in north Butte last Wednesday.

They used smart tactics — including following a creek and spotting a white truck — to secure the group and bring them to safety.

Montana Folk Festival 2026

Various times — Montana Folk Festival — Free entry — Experience a vibrant mix of folk music from celebrated artists at this annual fest.

The Divide Trail Race

9 AM – 6 PM — Thompson Park — Check website for entry fees — Experience a thrilling run along the historic Continental Divide trail with scenic views and unique tunnels.