Good Day
Butte
Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Butte. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Metals will host Breakfast with Santa on Saturday (Dec. 13) to offer a festive event for local families. The Montana Standard
- ➤ A local Butte resident captured an elk near his home today — the animal peered through a rear window — sparking conversation about unexpected local wildlife. The Montana Standard
- ➤ Residents are invited to join the 2025 Holiday Decorations Contest by sending photos of their decorated homes or yards via email or Facebook Messenger. Submissions are due by Sunday, Dec. 21, and winners in two viewing areas will be announced on Dec. 22 (featuring local coverage and prizes). KXLF
- ➤ A new chapter of Ancient Order of Hibernians was established in Butte on Feb. 29 (its members follow a motto of friendship, unity and Christian charity) and the group is honored as local heroes for strengthening community bonds. The Montana Standard
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Our Lady of the Rockies gift shop moved from Butte Plaza Mall to 1707 Continental Drive to offer a better view of the 90-foot statue and faster bus tours; it opens this week and runs Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with tours from June through September. MontanaRightNow
- ➤ Local ice carvers are ready for a contest Saturday in Uptown Butte where they will work on ice blocks weighing more than 300 lb until the 3 o'clock deadline. The Montana Standard
- ➤ Jack Rogers and Raymond Rogers will host a book launch and signing for their new work 'Dinosaurs of Montana' at Montana Tech, drawing local readers and fans of regional history. The event promises a chance for community members to explore Montana's rich dinosaur heritage. The Montana Standard
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A national study found Montana roads were only 87.3 percent acceptable in 2020 (a 9.6 point drop from 2000) and ranked 13th for deteriorating conditions. The report highlights limited construction windows and few alternate routes for drivers. KXTL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Butte Central's basketball team is holding a clothing drive for Browning students today, with donations dropped at the Maroon Activities Center and delivered at the Tipoff Tournament in Frenchtown this weekend. The drive supports Browning’s Parent-Community Outreach Program led by Irene Augare. KXTL
- ➤ The Butte Amateur Baseball Club is holding a fundraiser on Sunday to support local baseball programs + community efforts in Butte. The Montana Standard
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Screening
7-10 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — Donation Based | Free Event — Enjoy a classic holiday comedy on the big screen with family and friends.
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Tuesday Night Open Mic with Kane O'Neill
7-11 p.m. — Covellite Theatre and Uptown Lounge — No cover — Share the stage at an open mic hosted by Kane O'Neill and support local talent.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Man is condemned to be free.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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