Good morning, Butte.

Chipotle has opened at Cornerstone Plaza on South Harrison Avenue and is drawing crowds with its signature burritos, while local favorites like La Sirena at 501 S.

Excelsior continue to serve drive-thru burritos that many in town still favor. Locals are comparing the options to decide which restaurant offers the best bite in Butte.

Sam Adams announced a new beer called Samuel Adams Utopia 2025 that has 30% ABV and is banned in Montana due to state law limiting high-alcohol beers—this product will not be available here.

The regulation treats beers over 8.75% ABV as liquor, which makes the new brew illegal in the state.

Developers at Cornerstone Plaza in downtown Butte reported significant progress as Chipotle opened last Wednesday (drawing 30 people despite ongoing construction) and announced that Jersey Mike's and Five Guys will open in February or March, with Chick-fil-A coming in spring and Planet Fitness starting in January. The project will also see PetSmart construction begin later this year and a new four-way traffic light at the plaza entrance expected to be operational by the end of this week.

On Tuesday night, locals from Butte to Wyoming shared photos of glowing northern lights that lit up the skies, while Congressman Ryan Zinke noted the scene as he flew out of Kalispell to cast his vote on government reopening efforts.

The NFPA warns that home cooking fires may increase on Thanksgiving as busy kitchens and multiple dishes create risky conditions—cooks should keep an eye on timers, stay near the stove, and avoid oil-based turkey fryers to reduce the danger.

Motorcyclists in Montana enjoy low fatality rates and safe roads, with rates 29 times lower than in Mississippi and 6 per 100,000 registered riders recorded by Big Auto—neighbors North Dakota and South Dakota also rank among the top states for motorcycle safety on scenic routes like the Going-to-the-Sun Road.

Tuesday Night Open Mic

7-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — No cover — Experience an exciting evening of local talent hosted by Dan Mitchem.

Uptown Comedy Night

8-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Ticket prices not specified — Enjoy a night of laughter every Thursday this fall in Butte.

Discovery Ski Patrol Annual Fundraiser

6-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Contributions encouraged — Engage in a night of winter-themed entertainment supporting ski safety and community involvement.

Tuesday Night Open Mic

7-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — No cover charge — Enjoy a night of local talent hosted by Dan Mitchem in a cozy atmosphere.

Tuesday Night Open Mic

7-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — No Cover — Enjoy a night of local talent hosted by Kane O'Neill in a vibrant theatre setting.

Happy Ska-lidays 2025

8 PM – 2 AM — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — $ — Celebrate the holiday season with a lively night of ska music featuring Big Ska Country and Big Mosquito.

After The Snowfall: A Ski Movie Fundraiser

7-1 a.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Fundraiser event — Kick off the winter season with a ski movie and support a local cause.

Jordan Lane Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — $15ADV | $25DOS — Enjoy a lively night of music with Jordan Lane in the heart of Butte.

Mojo Risin' Tribute to The Doors

8-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — $10 ADV | $15 DOS — Celebrate the iconic music of The Doors with an energetic tribute performance in Butte.