Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of November.
Good morning, Butte.
CASA of Butte-Silver Bow will launch in January to provide court advocates for 130 foster children navigating the dependency system.
The program seeks volunteers who pass background checks and complete a six-week training program + also welcomes donations for a matching $25,000 grant.
Butte Civic Center unveiled its new $250K basketball court — a modern facility built for local events.
Officials said the court, which is admired for its design, will soon host community games.
Butte’s Festival of Trees fundraiser begins today at the Butte Elks Lodge and runs until Nov.
22 to raise money for United Way by featuring 50 locally decorated trees themed to create Christmas memories. Gala and live auction tickets start at 7 p.m. on Nov. 22 (tickets are $30 per person or $50 per couple), and regular admission is $5.
Butte Elks Lodge is hosting a Festival of Trees to aid United Way with local fundraising—community members are invited to attend and support the cause.
ZooMontana announced its first pair of bobcats—one six-month-old male and one three-month-old female orphaned in northwest Montana—joining three resident grizzlies just in time for the Brawl of the Wild.
The zoo invites visitors to donate non-perishable food items for team support and will see Lander the porcupine make her pick today at 11 a.m. as fans help name the new arrivals.
The Old Farmer's Almanac forecast for Thanksgiving travel—set for November 27—warns Montana drivers that cold temperatures with highs in the 30s and lows in the 20s, mixed with rain and snow, will likely cause slick roads and delays beginning early next week.
Montana Tech Orediggers Football finished an undefeated regular season and won the Frontier Conference Championship as 37 players earned Academic All-Conference honors by meeting a 3.25 GPA requirement.
The team will host its first NAIA National Playoffs contest on November 29th.
The MSU Alumni Foundation released an official list of watch parties for Saturday's game between the Bobcats and Grizzlies at Washington-Grizzly Stadium in Missoula.
Butte fans can watch on ESPN+ or CBS and join the event at Shenanigans Bar + Casino as the winner earns an automatic berth in the FCS playoffs.
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.
Tuesday Night Open Mic with Kane O'Neill
7-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — No cover — Enjoy a variety of local talent at this cozy open mic night.
Holiday Cabaret: Wreck the Halls
7:30-11:50 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — $10 for single seat, $65 for table — Celebrate the holidays with a lively cabaret performance full of entertainment.
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