Tuesday, August 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Classic car and motorcycle lovers will join Cruise Nite at Ace Hardware in Butte on Wednesday as registration will begin at 6 p.m.—voting will close at 7:30 p.m.—and People’s Choice winners in the 2-wheel and 4-wheel groups will be announced just before 8 p.m. KXTL
- ➤ Butte-Silver Bow Crimestoppers will host National Night Out at McGruff Manning Memorial Park starting at 6 p.m. today — families can enjoy a free barbecue and meet local first responders. KXTL
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A study from Angel Reyes & Associates found Montana is the nation’s second-worst state for teen DUI fatalities, with over 10% of DUI deaths involving drivers under 20. Experts say the state’s rural roadways — combined with a car-dependent lifestyle — may worsen the deadly outcomes for young drivers. KXTL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chipotle and Planet Fitness will open in November at Cornerstone Plaza in Butte — developer Dave Leon said he is still working to secure two big box retailers, with PetSmart close to joining the mix. The Montana Standard
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Social media quickly spread false details about Friday's shooting at the Owl Bar in Anaconda, where four people died, including erroneous reports claiming two extra fatalities—Butte-Silver Bow Sheriff Ed Lester urged residents to wait for official updates. The Montana Standard
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana was named among the Top 5 States with the Best Alpine Lakes—highlighting scenic destinations like Flathead Lake and Lake McDonald that draw many summer visitors. KXTL
TRAVEL NEWS
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Cruz Contreras Acoustic Performance
8-11 PM — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Admission details not provided — Experience an intimate solo acoustic performance by Cruz Contreras in the beautiful setting of Butte's Covellite Theatre.
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Comedy Night Featuring Alan Bromwell
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Butte Depot — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Alan Bromwell and special guests from across the country.
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Left on Tenth Concert
11:55 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — $12 ADV | $20 DOS — Experience a lively performance by Left on Tenth featuring Charlie Apple in Butte.
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Thriving in Chaos: Insights with Dr. Tasha Eurich
12 AM – 1 PM — Butte-Silver Bow Public Library — Free entry — Discover how to thrive through chaos with Dr. Tasha Eurich's transformative insights.
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Mighty Mystic Live with Sean Devine
8-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an electrifying night of reggae as Mighty Mystic brings the summer vibes to Butte.
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