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Thursday, September 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Today, Montana residents remember the 24th anniversary of September 11, 2001 by recalling how the tragic attacks shocked the nation—memories of rushed school dismissals and quiet prayers mark a lasting impact on our community.  KXTL

ECONOMY NEWS

  • A study finds Montana residents face just over 7700 dollars in costs for core funeral services, which is higher than in Arkansas, Oregon and Washington but lower than in Minnesota. The breakdown covers transfer to funeral homes, embalming and the ceremony — with cremation as a cheaper alternative.  KXTL

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Montana Tech said its graduate career rate remains high—despite national data showing that AI may limit tech job opportunities for recent graduates. The university credits its creative embracing of AI as a key factor in helping its graduates secure jobs.  MontanaRightNow
  • Montana Tech's 125th anniversary celebration began Wednesday morning in Butte with a proclamation and accolades for its partnership with Butte-Silver Bow County+the yearlong event honors the school's mining camp origins.  The Montana Standard

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Foreign investors already own nearly 930,299 acres of Montana farmland — Canada owns 394,732 acres — and a 2023 state law stops buyers from countries like China, Russia, Iran, North Korea and Venezuela from purchasing more land.  KXTL

HEALTH NEWS

  • Montana residents are advised to stop using a range of DermaRite hand soaps, skin creams and sanitizers following an expanded voluntary recall due to possible contamination with Burkholderia cepacia complex—posing an increased risk of serious infections for vulnerable individuals.  KXTL

SPORTS NEWS

  • Montana Tech Volleyball began their three-match homestand at Kelvin Sampson Court with Wednesday’s game against the Montana-Western Bulldogs — they will face Bismarck State Friday at 7 p.m. and Dickinson State Saturday at 5 p.m. — with tickets available at the door one hour before each match.  KXTL

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Wed, 9/17/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 9/19/25

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  • Uptown Comedy Showcase

    8-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Tickets required — Experience a night of laughter in Butte with Uptown Comedy.

    Thu, 9/25/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 9/27/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 10/3/25

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  • Tuesday Night Open Mic

    7-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — No cover — Enjoy an evening of local talent and music hosted by Aaron Armstrong.

    Tue, 10/7/25

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  • People’s Choice Movie Night

    8-10 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Free entry — The audience picks the frightful film for a night of cinematic thrills.

    Wed, 10/8/25

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  • 6 Hours of Disco Mountain Bike Race

    9 AM – 3 PM — Discovery Ski Area — Entry fee required — Race against the clock to complete as many laps as possible in this thrilling mountain biking event.

    Sat, 10/11/25

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