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Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Food assistance leaders pressed lawmakers in November 2025 for more state funds by proposing $6.3 million for extra administrative costs and $5.75 million to hire benefit assisters amid federal cuts. The coalition’s effort—reviewed before the House Committee on Agriculture—supports the Food Security Roadmap 2035 to ease hunger. VTDigger
- ➤ South Burlington auto experts urge drivers to prepare for winter weather by checking tire tread with a gauge, testing car batteries and washer fluid, and packing safety supplies (water, food, blankets, and chargers) for emergencies as snow and ice create unpredictable road conditions. NBC5
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A survey by the Vermont Agency of Agriculture shows 200 farms lost over $15 million last year, with an average loss of about $80,000 and maple farms losing around $114,000 in production. Lawmakers are reviewing a Farm Security Fund to help farmers cope with extreme weather. NBC5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UVM officials and Burlington leaders are working together to update dorm inspection guidelines after students reported issues like leaks and pests. The ordinance committee will review a draft checklist on Feb. 19 and UVM is making reporting easier with QR codes posted around campus. NBC5
- ➤ Vermont school districts face rising transportation costs as limited bids (mostly from private equity-owned vendors) and driver shortages force tough negotiations for contracts. VTDigger
- ➤ The South Burlington School Board approved a $73.9 million fiscal 2027 budget increasing spending by 3.4% which could raise taxes if voters approve the measure on Town Meeting Day, Tuesday, March 3, and will offer a flat spending option to avoid tax hikes if rejected (a backup plan). NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Traffic lights were out Thursday morning at the intersection of East Allen Street and Exit 15 in Winooski — officials said delays were expected on the I-89 off-ramp and College Parkway, with repairs set to begin soon. NBC5
- ➤ Local officials scramble to secure funds to prevent cuts to the on-demand shuttle service for older and disabled riders as costs surge with 25% increased demand; critics warn changes may reduce trips for work & essential activities. Riders like Dustin Lamore risk losing their only reliable transport starting next month. Vermont Public
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health experts advise Burlington residents to ask for generics, compare pharmacy prices online + check for assistance programs while doctors may prescribe lower-cost alternatives or adjust dosages to help reduce prescription expenses. NBC5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ World Cup ski racing returns to the Green Mountains with the Stifel Killington Cup scheduled for Nov. 28 and 29 after a one-year break for lift construction. The event, a key stop on the women's World Cup tour since 2016, will draw elite racers and large crowds. NBC5
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Emil Wakim Live
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets start at $106 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Emil Wakim at Vermont Comedy Club.
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Nico Suave & the Mothership Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages welcome — Rock is alive with Nico Suave & the Mothership, hailing from Burlington VT.
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Emil Wakim Live
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets starting at $101 — Emil Wakim brings laughter to Burlington with his unforgettable comedy performance.
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Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2026
6:30 PM – 12:00 AM — The Flynn — Ticket pricing varies — Experience adrenaline-fueled action and breathtaking landscapes from around the world.
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Penguin Plunge
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Burlington Waterfront Boat Ramp — $25 – $50 — Dive into Lake Champlain for a chilly plunge in support of Special Olympics Vermont.
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Love In Motion: A Valentine's Trolley Experience
5-8 p.m. — Delta Hotels Burlington — $ — Step onto a red carpet and enjoy a charming, romantic trolley ride filled with nostalgia and curated moments for couples.
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