Good morning, Butte.

Silver Bow County's United Veterans Council will host a Veterans Day ceremony and American Legion Cross Country Race, and the Men’s AOH of Butte will hold officer elections for the 2025-26 term.

The annual Thompson Family Food Drive, initiated by Thompson Distributing and the Butte Emergency Food Bank since 1989, now gathers approximately 60,000 pounds of food and $40,000 in donations with the help of volunteers to support Butte and Southwest Montana.

Montana residents are advised to remove certain items from their wallets to prevent identity theft, following an FBI warning of increased crime.

Incandescent Christmas lights are not banned under current U.S. energy regulations, with restrictions applying to standard household bulbs, not holiday-specific lighting.

In Butte's general election, Chief Executive J.P.

Gallagher and Sheriff Ed Lester were both re-elected, while the County Attorney's race is likely heading for a recount due to a narrow margin.

In southwest Montana's legislative races, Democrats secured victories in historically Democrat-friendly areas while Republicans won in traditionally Republican sectors, reflecting the region's diverse political landscape.

Montana saw a 71% voter turnout among its registered voters in the 2024 general election, slightly down from 81% in 2020 but still reflecting a strong participation.

Montana Tech's football team enters the top 10 of the NAIA rankings after a third consecutive large-margin victory.

Butte American Legion Veterans Day Race 2024

Celebrate Montana's oldest road race by participating in a meaningful event that honors veterans and supports the American Legion.

Butte Business Network Monthly Networking Event

Experience valuable networking and relationship building with fellow business leaders in Butte at this monthly meeting.

Tim Montana Live Concert

Experience an exciting live concert by Tim Montana at the Mother Lode Theatre in Butte.