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Butte
Friday, September 20th, 2024
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Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Carpenters Union Hall in Butte will hold a Brewfest on Oct. 5 to fundraise for a new elevator, featuring local breweries, live music, and a showcase of the building's renovations. The Montana Standard
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gordon Duane Ballensky was convicted of raping a young girl in Butte, facing a 100-year mandatory prison sentence with no parole for the first 25 years. The Montana Standard
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local rock star Tim Montana is set to perform at Butte’s historic Mother Lode Theater on November 22nd, weaving his tour schedule between gigs with music heavyweights to reconnect with his roots. KXTL
- ➤ Butte author Debbie Sorensen will sign her basketball-themed book, which topped Amazon's Youth and Young Adult Basketball category, on Sept. 28 at Second Edition Books. The Montana Standard
- ➤ Ciara Pares Kempf to discuss the life of Ruby Garrett, Butte's famed madam, highlighting her transformation from a victim of forced prostitution to a respected community member, at the Butte-Silver Bow Public Archives’ Brown Bag Lunch Series. The Montana Standard
- ➤ Cirque LuzDalia's 'SteamXpress' offers a captivating performance with world-class circus stars at the Butte Civic Center on Sept. 20 and 21. The Montana Standard
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Montana has become the least affordable U.S. state for homeownership, with a housing affordability score of 0.38, due to a post-pandemic population influx and rising construction costs. KXTL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Butte-Silver Bow County and machinists' union opt for mediation over wage disputes in a new contract, aiming to avoid a strike. The Montana Standard
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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A Night of Patsy Cline with Juliette Angelo
Experience a heartfelt celebration of Patsy Cline's timeless music featuring performances by Juliette Angelo and Jillian Nordberg.
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Butte Beauty and Soul Expo: A Wellness Experience
Experience a full day dedicated to self-care, wellness, and beauty at the Butte Beauty & Soul Expo.
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Meatbodies Concert
Experience the live performance of Meatbodies at Covellite Theatre for an evening of exciting music.
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Montana Early Childhood Educators Conference 2024
Learn about the latest developments in early childhood education at this in-person conference featuring various expert discussions and workshops.
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Rock the Pit 4 Music Festival
Experience a vibrant music festival in Butte featuring local talent and raising funds for community initiatives.
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