Thursday, September 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Montana ranked among the nation's safest states as data from 2023 showed it recorded a murder rate of 2.82 per 100,000 people—significantly lower than in states like Washington, D.C. and Louisiana. KXTL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local chef Chase Cardoza from Red Lodge will represent Montana on Hell's Kitchen: Battle of the States, which premieres later this month on Fox. He works at One Legged Magpie and joins top chefs from other states — highlighting Montana's vibrant food scene — in a high-profile cooking contest. KXTL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Butte-Silver Bow County officials announced a new $168 million budget that will let most homeowners pay less in property taxes—especially for homes valued at $400K or below—while also raising sewer and trash rates and boosting most county employees’ pay; the budget includes an extra $250,000 to cover overtime costs from a recent water scare and runs retroactively from July 1 through June 30. It reflects a joint effort with state lawmakers to lower tax rates to help offset higher appraisals. The Montana Standard
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Butte Elks Lodge hosts Trade Nite from 4pm until 10pm—organized by Bozeman Sports Cards—to let local collectors swap sports cards and memorabilia. KXTL
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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.
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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.
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