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Friday, December 6th, 2024
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Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Big Sky on Waterford senior living community in Butte is hosting its annual Parade of Trees event with a silent auction to raise funds for the local cat rescue organization Remember to Rescue. The Montana Standard
- ➤ The Covellite Theatre's second annual ski movie fundraiser, 'Calm Beneath Castles,' aims to support global humanitarian efforts through an event featuring a silent auction, raffle, and a film showcasing skiers' adventures. The Montana Standard
- ➤ NorthWestern Energy's Erin Madison is distributing free copies of her children's book 'Oliver the Osprey' at Butte's Christmas Stroll to educate on conservation and avian safety. KXLF
- ➤ The Elling House Arts and Humanities Center seeks volunteers for various roles at the Splendid Feast event on Dec. 13 and 14. The Montana Standard
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A judge refused to lower the bail from $250,000 for Jami Leslie James, a former youth hockey coach charged with sexually assaulting boys in Montana, citing community safety and the severity of the allegations. The Montana Standard
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Craig Johnson, author of the Walt Longmire mystery novels, will give a free talk at Butte Public Library at 5 p.m. on Dec. 8. The Montana Standard
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Butte High School in Montana was briefly locked down due to threats likely from abroad, but the situation was quickly resolved with students and staff safe. The Montana Standard
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new environmental watchdog group in Butte criticizes the proposed timeline for lead cleanup following the EPA's decision to lower action levels, demanding more immediate and effective action. KXLF
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana is set to introduce various changes in 2025, including increased minimum wage, property tax adjustments, digital driver's licenses, abortion rights protection, and enhanced election security. KXTL
TRAVEL NEWS
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