Good morning, Butte.

A property owner in Anaconda said he encountered accused killer Michael Brown just before dark Thursday near his trailer by Warm Springs Creek—his dogs barked and he urged Brown to turn himself in, though Brown refused, and law enforcement later captured him Friday around 2 p.m.

A girl testified in court in Butte — she said she did not feel right — as Adam McPhie, 44 is accused of sexually assaulting her in a local house between January 2020 and August 2023.

Butte Wolfe Tones Hurling Club will host a Draft Tournament from September 19th to 21st and invites newcomers to try hurling while offering live music Friday at 7 p.m. at Mother Lode Theater, Saturday matches with food trucks and a pub crawl, and a Sunday Mountain Poc Fada contest on the Big M — registration ends August 18.

WalletHub's study ranks Montana 15th among states for being a good place to call home — high living costs and long winters remain challenges.

The report shows Montana excels in its economy, education and health — though affordability is its main hurdle.

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.

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.

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.

Jeff Crosby Band Performance

7-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Cost varies — Experience intelligent lyrics and great music from the Jeff Crosby Band in a vibrant atmosphere.

Tom Keifer & L.A. Guns Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — Butte Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience rock legends L.A. Guns and Tom Keifer live in concert.