Saturday, November 2nd, 2024

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Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Senior service agencies in Butte, Montana, have launched a food drive until Nov. 21 to benefit veterans, featuring a friendly rivalry between University of Montana and Montana State supporters to collect donations. KXLF
- ➤ Unionized workers in Butte-Silver Bow County are considering a strike due to dissatisfaction with ongoing contract negotiations. KXLF
- ➤ Approximately 400-500 children attended a Halloween trick-or-treating event at The Springs assisted living home in Butte, where over $2,000 of candy was distributed, emphasizing intergenerational engagement. The Montana Standard
- ➤ The Belmont Senior Center in Butte offers a variety of activities in November, including a birthday lunch, Thanksgiving dinner, movie screenings, and health-related services among others to keep seniors engaged and connected. KXTL
- ➤ Thompson Park's seasonal closure and Montana Tech's nursing students' induction into an international society are highlighted alongside the appointment of Dr. Shawna M. Yates as vice president of the Montana Medical Association. The Montana Standard
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A truck jackknifing on I-90's Homestake Pass due to icy conditions caused extensive traffic delays, highlighting the risks of winter driving in Montana. KXTL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Local law enforcement in Butte responded to various incidents including drug paraphernalia discovery, a jail booking, a protective order violation, and trespassing. The Montana Standard
- ➤ Montana authorities warn of a surge in home invasions aimed at stealing high-end vehicles by targeting key fobs in upscale neighborhoods. KXTL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Highlands College's automotive technology program propels students, including a former felon and a native of the Blackfeet Reservation, toward in-demand careers with hands-on experience and scholarship support. Montana Tech
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 71% of Butte-Silver Bow County voters returned their absentee ballots for the general election, exceeding the state average, with expectations of a longer count due to enhanced accuracy measures. The Montana Standard
TRAVEL NEWS
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