Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Protecting residents from wildfire smoke: Butte-Silver Bow’s air purifier loan program opens today, with applications open until supplies run out, prioritizing seniors, people with respiratory or heart conditions, and those unable to afford one -- see how and when to apply.

Spotlight on veteran service: Butte Marine Lyndsay Alt was honored April 15 with the Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation as Gov. Greg Gianforte kicked off his 56 County Tour in Butte -- see what earned her commendation.

A fresh way to explore: Coming this summer, The Great Butte Adventure is planned as a summer-long scavenger hunt that aims to guide locals and visitors to historic, cultural, and business stops across town -- get all the details.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Low-key self-care fix: If your skin needs a spring reset, Flawless Salon and Medical Spa brings easy, noninvasive tune-ups and thoughtful guidance that make you feel human again. Expect a gentle refresh that lasts, and glide around Butte feeling, well, flawless, with calm, glowing confidence.

Butte classic, still buzzing: When your week needs greasy-spoon comfort and a proper pour, M&M Bar and Cafe keeps the local spirit alive with burgers, sandwiches, and stories at the counter. Swing by with a friend, leave with that satisfied 'yep, that's Butte' feeling.

Craving a cozy pub: Give Shawn O'Donnell's American Grill and Irish Pub a whirl this week if you want classic Irish-American comfort, a proper pint, and the kind of friendly bustle that makes errands suddenly feel optional. Born in the Northwest, right at home in Butte’s Irish soul... scoot in and warm up.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🧶 Loosely Knit Club @ Butte-Silver Bow Public Library | Tuesday (4/28) at 1:00 PM – This weekly knitting hang is where dropped stitches, half-finished scarves, and good gossip find a home. Swing by on Tuesdays, bring that project you swore you’d finish last winter, and bask in a fun, supportive crew that counts, chats, and conquers tangles together.

🌱 Seed Starting Class @ Butte-Silver Bow Public Library | Wednesday (4/29) at 5:30 PM – Seed Starting Class is digging into what really grows here, from frost dates to what to start when, not whatever a blog told you. All supplies are provided, so bring your curiosity, and a willingness to get a little dirt under the nails.

💃 April Practice Party @ Finlen Hotel & Inn | Wednesday (4/29) at 6:30 PM – Freebie night, folks: a beginner-friendly Foxtrot class, then a 90 minute DJ dance party with every kind of song so you can actually use those moves. Bring friends and family, sensible shoes, and your best two left feet, no burpees, just fun.

🌸 Kids Mother's Day Planting Class @ Wagner Nursery & Landscaping Co. | Friday (5/1) at 3:00 PM – Mother's Day is sneaking up, and the kiddos can handle the gift at a hands-on planting class where they pick a plant and decorate a colorful planter. $20, they will hold it until Mother's Day weekend, and you can skip gas station bouquets.

🦆 Ducks Unlimited Annual Banquet @ Butte Country Club | Friday (5/1) at 5:00 PM – Butte Ducks Unlimited’s annual banquet is your chance to eat well, catch up with the usual suspects, and put some muscle behind local wetlands. Expect hearty plates, dry jokes, and that one neighbor in camo, again, all for a good cause.

🎨 May Featured Artist: Cheryl Eamon @ Covellite Theatre | Friday (5/1) at 5:00 PM – Covellite Theatre is featuring Cheryl Eamon all May, with an opening reception during the Uptown Butte Artwalk. Expect Impressionistic Realism steeped in Montana people, places, and light, the kind of everyday beauty six decades of brush miles, and Butte, America kind of patience can spot.

This 4,077 sq ft Butte home sits on 1 acre with a detached shop ready for hobbies. The main level offers 3 beds and 2 baths including a primary suite, two living areas, a fireplace, main floor laundry, and an attached 2-car garage. Downstairs adds a fourth bedroom with egress and a huge unfinished flex space.