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Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The nonprofit aiVermont is helping local schools adopt AI literacy efforts — guiding educators and students to balance technology use in class. Marc Natanagara says upcoming panels and events will invite community members to explore how AI can enhance learning. NBC5
- ➤ Vermont Highway Safety Alliance has announced a video contest for high school students to promote safe driving, with cash prizes over $2,500. Students can submit 30-, 45-, or 60-second PSAs until March 20 — winners will be honored at the Statehouse on April 15. Burlington Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Attorney Maryellen Griffin warns that proposals to speed up evictions in a market with a 2.1% vacancy rate may push more Vermonters into homelessness as rising rents squeeze tenants. She urges lawmakers to prioritize back-rent programs and legal counsel to reduce the housing crisis. VTDigger
- ➤ Starting Feb. 1, TSA will offer the ConfirmID system at Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport for $45, allowing travelers without a REAL ID to verify their identity online before check-in, though most already use acceptable forms of identification. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Crews in northern New York and Vermont are carefully managing salt supplies to keep roads safe during ongoing snow. In Vergennes, officials report that light storms use more salt than heavy storms and warn that supplies may run low if additional storms hit. NBC5
- ➤ USPS in Vermont implemented changes that ended evening pickups for items over 50 miles from regional centers and revised postmark rules—raising concerns that delivery delays may affect bills and ballots. VTDigger
- ➤ Burlington City Council approved a resolution called Promoting Community Dialogue with a 7-5 vote Monday night. Introduced by Councilor Allie Schachter, the measure affirms that Palestinians and Israelis deserve to live safely and will lead to community dialogue sessions. NBC5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local sports fans may vote for the Vermont Varsity Insider Boys Athlete of the Week until 9 p.m. Thursday at burlingtonfreepress.com (voting began on Jan. 26 and winners will be announced on Jan. 30) as top high school athletes compete for the honor. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Fans can vote for the Vermont Varsity Insider Girls Athlete of the Week powered by Delta Dental until 9 p.m. Thursday (voting began Monday, Jan. 26 with winners to be shared Friday, Jan. 30). Burlington Free Press
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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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TAZ Live Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the electrifying talent of TAZ, a rising star who has graced major stages worldwide.
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2026 Burlington Weekend Food Art and Crafts Show
10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. — Burlington City Arts @ The BCA Center — Vendor fees apply — Discover tasty eats, cool crafts, and fun vibes at this vibrant community showcase.
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The Lowdown at Higher Ground
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Vermont's funniest at this new comedy event.
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