Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
Good morning, Butte.
The Butte Rescue Mission opened a state- and federally funded drop-in center to support homeless residents and those with addiction and behavioral health challenges.
The center offers meals, showers, and resource applications Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.—serving as an option to help prevent relapse and provide immediate assistance.
Today, Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters begin their rock ‘n’ roll performance at Hunters Hot Springs Amphitheater, with the band set to return on September 12th and 13th.
Local fans can enjoy live music that brings energy to our Montana community—keeping the summer spirit alive.
Dear Butte will host its first annual Heart in Winter — Festival of Irish Writing to celebrate Irish literature and provide a platform for local writers, with details to be shared soon.
Today, Covellite Theater hosts 'A Night of Patsy Cline' as Juliette Angelo and local talent Sean Eamon perform classic country tunes — the event has doors opening at 6 p.m. and the show starting at 7 p.m.
Today, local residents gather for an evening of Irish music and heritage — as Derek Warfield and The Young Wolfe Tones perform to celebrate cultural tradition.
Montanans warn that moving here can be costly with rising housing prices and utilities, and newcomers may face some local resistance.
Residents also face the unique risk of wild animal attacks, with fatal odds at 1 in 185000 (data shows a 0.00054% risk).
Senator Steve Daines said on Wednesday that Malmstrom Air Force Base is set for a major Sentinel Missile System upgrade which will cost billions and boost US national security.
He praised the base leadership and noted its friendly competition with FE Warren & Minot to show that local military strength remains top-ranked.
The US House passed a bill to roll back Biden’s Miles City RMPA—this action removes a ban on coal production in the Powder River basin and is expected to help secure high-wage jobs in Montana.
A social media site released a national list of the top 10 scenic roads and Montana earned two honors as Going to the Sun Road ranked #5 and the Beartooth Highway placed #2.
Both roads are seasonal and weather-dependent—travelers must plan carefully to enjoy fall colors in the state.
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.
Understanding English Spelling with Gabe Henry
12 AM – 1 PM — Butte-Silver Bow Public Library — Free entry — Explore the amusing history and oddities of English spelling in this engaging discussion with author Gabe Henry.
Beats and Bubbles
6-9 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Donations appreciated — Enjoy a family-friendly EDM night with great music and a vibrant atmosphere.
Uptown Comedy Showcase
8-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Tickets required — Experience a night of laughter in Butte with Uptown Comedy.
BigSky Paranormal Conference
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Historic Clark Chateau Museum & Gallery — Tickets available — Dive into the mysteries of the paranormal with ghost stories and UFO sightings.
Zach Rushing Comedy Show
7-9:30 p.m. — Butte Elks Lodge #240 — Tickets required — Experience an unforgettable night of American comedy with Zach Rushing's 'Not So Rich & Famous' tour.
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