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Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Snow Farm Vineyard in South Hero is hosting a rotary fundraiser on Thursday, Feb. 12 featuring wine and chocolate pairings to benefit Sleep in Heavenly Peace — a nonprofit that builds beds for children in Chittenden County. Tickets are available online. NBC5
- ➤ With more cold temperatures coming, Monkey Do in Williston is preparing for its busiest days while pet owners at Wheeler Dog Park in South Burlington monitor their dogs for signs of discomfort + the American Veterinary Medical Association advises checking paws and using protective gear. NBC5
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local restaurants are preparing for the busy Super Bowl rush as orders pour in weeks ahead. Businesses like Wings Over & Folino's Pizza in Chittenden County are ramping up staffing and supplies to meet game-day demand. NBC5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ House education chair Peter Conlan presented a rough draft school redistricting map that consolidates districts to 27 but leaves four upper valley towns unassigned and aims for 4,000 to 6,000 students while Gov. Scott advocates 8,000 to 9,000 students. The House Education Committee will hear testimony on the proposal today. NBC5
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Burlington saw 10 days below zero this winter, marking the coldest period since 2015, and snow totals reached 55.1 inches (6.4 inches above normal) as of Feb. 4; meteorologists predict even colder weather with lows near -8 later this weekend. Burlington Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Burlington will open an extreme cold weather shelter at Robert Miller Community Recreation Center on Saturday and Sunday nights to help people and pets avoid harsh cold. Transportation from designated stops is available during shelter hours amid a shortage of space for over 200 unsheltered residents. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ State officials are backing a proposed Vermont Green FC license plate that would let drivers show team pride while funding climate action, outdoor recreation and environmental resilience statewide. The plate would cost under $100 upfront with an annual fee and may soon offer a new way to support local initiatives. NBC5
- ➤ At the State House on Thursday, advocates and lawmakers marked 3SquaresVT Awareness Day to review last fall’s federal shutdown that threatened SNAP funding. They asked state officials to keep protecting food access as new federal changes complicate benefit renewals. NBC5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Vermont Recovery Day will be held Feb. 11 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Montpelier's Supreme Court auditorium (111 State St), where advocates including Patty McCarthy will honor local recovery leaders and promote efforts to build recovery systems centered on individuals. Burlington Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local Olympian Ilona Maher, a bronze medalist with Team USA in Paris 2024, posted a message urging fellow athletes to give their all on the ice and snow ahead of the Milan Cortina Games. NBC5 and Peacock will broadcast the opening ceremony today at 2 p.m. NBC5
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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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Reprise Concert
7:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages — Experience the Phish revival with an all-star band led by Cal Kehoe.
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Bridal Hairstyling Masterclass with Sara
2-7:30 p.m. — This is Urban Salon — Two ticket options available — Enhance your hairstyling skills with a live demo and hands-on workshop focused on bridal styles.
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