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Saturday, October 5th, 2024
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Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Butte Family YMCA is hosting its Country Hoedown fundraiser on October 24th at the Butte Depot, featuring auctions, line dancing, and a raffle with prizes including a Vegas trip and a Caribbean resort stay. KXTL
- ➤ Kevin Kovacich will speak about the history of the Anaconda Foundry at the Butte-Silver Bow Public Archives on Oct. 9. The Montana Standard
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Butte man faces nine counts of sexual abuse of children after allegedly possessing videos and photos of minors in sexual conduct, with his bond set at $1 million. The Montana Standard
- ➤ Local law enforcement in Butte responds to multiple incidents including a pharmacy burglary, a weapons charge following a conflict, and various assaults. The Montana Standard
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A human rights group in Montana requests the investigation of a Montana Tech researcher for alleged white supremacist comments, amidst his denial and claims of political motivation. KXLF
- ➤ Montana Technological University experiences a significant enrollment increase, highlighting a 5% overall growth and a 15% rise in first-time students this fall. The Montana Standard
- ➤ Montana Technological University invites families for a weekend of activities in Butte, highlighting campus life and local exploration from October 11-13, 2024. Montana Tech
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sheriff Ed Lester confirms no wildfires in Butte-Silver Bow County; smoke sourced from western fires, advises against calling 911 for smoke origins. The Montana Standard
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Montana Governors Marc Racicot and Steve Bullock will speak at a town hall in Butte on October 6, 2024, discussing ways to promote democratic participation and address the influence of dark money in elections. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ J.P. Gallagher highlights economic growth, community unity post-COVID, and initiatives for Basin Creek as key achievements in his first term as Butte-Silver Bow's chief executive. The Montana Standard
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Halloween Dance of the Dead
Experience a lively Halloween celebration featuring music and dance at the Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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