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Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local businesses host Valentine’s Day events for families this weekend. Church Street Marketplace hosts the Sweet Treats scavenger hunt with free chocolate from today until Feb. 15, while Vermont Teddy Bear in Shelburne offers a bear-making workshop on Saturday (10 a.m. and 1 p.m.) with hot cocoa and music. NBC5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Circus Smirkus will not hold its traditional summer tour due to an injury and financial strains that made it hard to run the event. The group said it will still run summer and school residency programs and plans to resume a tour next year. Vermont Public
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Labor reported that Vermont jobless claims rose to 372 last week from 358. The numbers show a modest increase for the state amid a seasonally adjusted national drop. Burlington Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Agri-Mark dairy in Middlebury was fined $60,000 for letting too much waste flow to the town treatment plant — it installed new equipment and hired extra staff to help protect Otter Creek. Seven Days
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Vermont will use $93 million in federal funds to expand high-speed internet access to over 99% of residents by connecting remote rural areas, with NEKCV leading the largest share of the funding. VTDigger
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Vermont Department of Health confirmed a measles case in Washington County after an international trip, though officials say the risk remains low due to high vaccination rates. They also detected the virus in local wastewater, but no link to the case has been established. NBC5
- ➤ Authorities reported that a 28-year-old inmate died last month at University of Vermont Medical Center (transferred from Chittenden County Regional Correction Facility) from complications of MRSA pneumonia, and state police along with department officials are reviewing her death. Vermont Public
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local shelters are featuring pets available for adoption tomorrow for Valentine's Day. Belle and Duffer, a pair of cats, Zamboni, an energetic dog, and Angel, a senior pup needing a quiet home, are offered by North Country SPCA + Humane Society of Chittenden County + Homeward Bound. NBC5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, athlete Ryan Cochran-Siegle won the silver medal in the men’s Super-G at the Milano Cortina Olympic Games in Italy, overcoming a disappointing downhill race + food poisoning. The Vermont native secured the medal by finishing 0.13 seconds behind the gold medalist. Seven Days
- ➤ Stratton-trained skier Jessie Diggins raced with bruised ribs and won bronze in the 10K freestyle at the Winter Olympics in Italy yesterday + she will retire at season’s end. VTDigger
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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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Bosch eBike Systems MY26 Dealer Training
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Registration required — Enhance your expertise in eBike technology and service with Bosch's latest dealer certification training.
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The Happy Fits Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Get ready to groove with The Happy Fits in an energetic live performance.
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Emma Cook Album Release
7-8:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages welcome — Vermont musician Emma Cook unveils her long-awaited indie-folk album, 'Of the Morning'.
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Burlington Irish Heritage Festival Ceili
1-3 p.m. — Contois Auditorium — Donations welcomed — Enjoy a lively celebration of Irish culture with step dancing and traditional music for all ages.
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