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Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Burlington’s City Hall Contois Auditorium hosts the MLK seminar on Sunday, Jan. 18 at 3 p.m. featuring keynote speaker Alhassan Susso with free tickets at Fletcher Free Library — the ECHO-Leahy Center offers free admission on Monday, Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to honor Dr. King's legacy. NBC5
- ➤ NBC’s Today show featured Seven Days’ personals ads on Friday, Jan. 16, highlighting a retro trend — a nod to old-school romance ahead of Valentine’s Day. The taped segment at the Seven Days office in Burlington cut to interviews with locals who connected through genuine ads. Seven Days
- ➤ WRUV marks its 71st year on air with a spring schedule featuring a mix of classical, rock & electronic music. The University of Vermont station in the Davis Student Center airs Exposure on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m., where local artists perform and share their stories. Burlington Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Vermont state economists met with the emergency board yesterday to review a steady revenue outlook despite a corporate tax downgrade offset by pressure on spring filings. Governor Phil Scott called the update good news and will deliver his annual budget address Tuesday as costs continue to rise. NBC5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Vermont high schools in South Burlington and Stowe wrapped up exam week amid growing dialogue on AI in learning. Districts like Essex Westford continue to refine guidelines by hiring digital learning leaders to help teachers use AI correctly (and to collect handwritten work to check authenticity). NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Economists Jeff Carr and Tom Kavet told the Emergency Board in Montpelier on Friday that state revenue held steady—remaining within 1% of past estimates despite lower corporate tax receipts offset by stronger personal income taxes. Lawmakers now face challenges building the state budget amid ongoing uncertainties from past tariff, tax and immigration policies. VTDigger
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Beth Roberts became the new CEO of BlueCross BlueShield of Vermont today — she aims to build better ties with local hospitals and to work with lawmakers and regulators to make health care more affordable after federal credits ended. VTDigger
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ New data from Zumper shows Burlington apartment rents are around $2,200 this December, slightly above last year's median of $2,175 & one-bedroom rents remain steady at $1,800. Burlington Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UVM sports will continue from Jan. 16-19 with the men's basketball team resting Saturday and then traveling for a MLK Day game on Monday while both hockey teams are set for contests; the women's team remains unbeaten in recent games (including a shootout win on Jan. 16). Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Vermont ski racer Paula Moltzan is boosting homegrown brands during World Cup races while Lawson’s Finest Liquids — a local brewery — will host a watch party on Feb. 15 at its Waitsfield taproom, with doors opening at 7 a.m. for pancakes and beer. NBC5
- ➤ Several ski areas such as Mad River Glen and Titus Mountain are preparing for MLK weekend with all trails open at Mad River Glen and special events including neon night tubing scheduled at Titus Mountain. Visitors are encouraged to buy tickets online +plan ahead+ and check event details +before arrival+. NBC5
- ➤ The 2026 Yankee Sportsman Classic kicked off Friday and is underway today at Champlain Valley Expo Center. The event offers 175 exhibits and outdoor activities with tickets priced at $15 for adults, $5 for kids 3 to 12, and free for younger children (donations benefit Camp Ta Kum Ta). 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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