Wednesday, September 11th, 2024

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Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This guide details daily events in Butte, Montana, for the week of September 9th, 2024, including cultural gatherings, volunteer opportunities, an educational presentation, a fundraising gala, and a unique zombie walk fundraiser. KXTL
- ➤ The Butte community rallied together to donate a new generator to the Silver Bow Developmental Disabilities Council's food truck, replacing the one stolen on Labor Day. KXLF
- ➤ Butte-Silver Bow reschedules its 9/11 remembrance ceremony to the Civic Center due to wildfire smoke, inviting the community to honor the day's heroes and victims. MontanaRightNow
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A former Montana State Prison guard has pleaded not guilty to charges of mistreating a prisoner by injuring him during a dispute in March. KXLF
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Standard provided updates on local news including a successful TRIO program at Montana Tech and state health department's respiratory virus tracking. The Montana Standard
- ➤ Highlands College of Montana Tech is hosting Trades & Technology Day for high school juniors and seniors on October 2, 2024, offering hands-on activities in various programs to explore vocational education and network with industry leaders. Montana Tech
- ➤ Twenty high school students from Montana completed a five-week TRIO program at Montana Tech, concluding with a significant trip to Washington, D.C., where they presented a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The Montana Standard
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ In 1998, a landslide in Butte, Montana's Berkeley Pit caused a 20-foot wave, highlighting environmental concerns at this Superfund site. KXTL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The NRA spends $2 million to support Tim Sheehy over Jon Tester in Montana's US Senate race, amidst criticisms of Tester's Second Amendment record and false endorsement claims. KXTL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality alert for several counties due to wildfire smoke, advising vulnerable groups to limit outdoor exertion. MontanaRightNow
TRAVEL NEWS
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3rd Annual Southwest Native Community Pow Wow
Celebrate Native American culture with traditional dances, music, and community activities at the 3rd Annual Southwest Native Community Pow Wow.
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The Feelin' Young Concert featuring Mike Beck
Experience an evening of rock n' roll with The Feelin' Young, a band founded in 2000, performing live at the Covellite Theatre.
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Transcendent Transformation Retreat
Experience a profound journey of self-discovery and inner healing through breathwork, sound healing, and hypnosis in a supportive group environment.
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302 Comedy Presents Summer Comedy Nights
Experience a night of laughter with summer comedy acts at the Covellite Theatre, featuring free admission with an optional suggested donation.
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Youth Open Mic Night Featuring Peyton Waters
Experience a vibrant evening of creativity and talent at a teen-focused open mic event, welcoming musicians, poets, comedians, dancers, and more to share their artistry.
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Covellite Movie Nights: A Screening of All About Eve (1950)
Experience a classic film night with a free screening of All About Eve at the Covellite Theatre, featuring showings on both the big screen and a projector in the lounge.
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2024 North West Division USGAA Draft Hurling Tournament
Experience the excitement of hurling as players are randomly drafted into teams for a unique tournament, featuring matches and a poc fada competition.
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Derral Gleason Trio Live Performance
Experience an engaging live performance by the talented Derral Gleason Trio at the Covellite Theatre.
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Ben Larson & the Grown Ass Men with Copper and Sage
Experience a lively musical performance by Ben Larson & the Grown Ass Men alongside Copper and Sage at the Covellite Theatre in Butte, Montana.
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