This is a Public Service Announcement from the Butte Silver-Bow Study Commission
The Montana Supreme Court has clearly ruled that; “The Public” has the right to participate in the discussions of the decision-making processes of public bodies on agenda items before a final decision is made.
Butte-Silver Bow precedent calls for only allowing Public Comment On Items On The Agenda at the beginning of the meeting before anyone knows the positions/opinions of the Commissioner’s.
Should our local B-SB Government continue to follow local B-SB Government precedent, or should our local B-SB Government follow the MT Supreme Court’s ruling and the Montana Code Annotated?
Let the BSBLGSC know your opinion at bsbstudycommission@bsb.mt.gov
Chinese New Years Parade
The Mai Wah Society will once again host Butte America’s annual Chinese New Year Parade, which has been described as the shortest, loudest, and (sometimes) coldest parade in Montana. Celebrating the “Year of the Horse,” the parade will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026. It will start at the Butte-Silver Bow Courthouse (155 West Granite) at 3:00 p.m.
Following opening remarks, the parade will head east on Granite Street with the dragon blessing business sponsors along the route. Those in attendance are encouraged to follow the dragon and become part of the procession. The Butte High History Club will serve as dragon dancers again this year. Following the parade, a reception with refreshments will be held at the Mai Wah Museum (17 West Mercury Street).
In Chinese culture, the horse is known for its energetic and dynamic nature. It symbolizes vitality, speed, and perseverance. People born in the Year of the Hose are believed to be hardworking, independent, and warm hearted. They are also known to be adventurous and thrive on freedom and new experiences.
Warm Winter Nights : Live at Pissers Palace
Christy and the Smokes Let’s Go will be hosting a residency this winter at Pissers Palace. The line up will be as follows-
Friday January 16th – 8pm Erick Koskinen Band and Christy and the Smokes Let’s Go
Friday Feburary 20th – 8pm Chad Okruch and Christy and the Smokes Let’s Go
Friday March 20th – 8pm Montana Deluxe and Christy and the Smokes Let’s Go
The Silver Dollar Saloon
Now open daily 6pm
Open Mic Night Wednesdays
The Clark Chateau Events:
https://www.clarkchateau.org/servicescreative