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Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Vermonters gathered in Burlington and Montpelier to mark four years since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine. Local organizers held vigils (with Ukrainian flags on display) as state Sen. Tanya Vyhovsky drafts a resolution to reinforce support while demonstrations continue. NBC5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A total lunar eclipse will be visible early Tuesday, Mar. 3, with a partial phase starting at 4:50 a.m. and a 20-minute totality beginning shortly after 6 a.m. (Clear skies are forecast for ideal viewing.) NBC5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State education officials say school spending appears $36 million lower than predicted, leaving Burlington school boards unsure if Gov. Phil Scott’s tax rate buydown will keep property taxes under 5% or push them nearly 9%. Voters will decide on Tuesday, Mar. 3 (check your district’s website for details). NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers in Vermont are considering two bills that would set rules for large data centers — one bill requires environmental safeguards and proper siting while the other may impose a moratorium until regulators study the impacts. The measures aim to protect ratepayers and the environment as developers begin exploring projects. VTDigger
- ➤ Burlington council paused accepting a $20,000 sculpture offered by the Abenaki Nation of Missisquoi to replace the former Chief Greylock statue in Battery Park on Feb. 24 — officials cited concerns over the group's legitimacy. Burlington Free Press
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Burlington pet owners now have an essential checklist to prepare for a new puppy or kitten covering food, crate, and grooming supplies. The guide (which includes toys and bedding) helps reduce stress by making sure every necessary item is ready before a pet arrives. Burlington Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school sports fans can vote until 9 p.m. Thursday on burlingtonfreepress.com for the Girls Athlete of the Week powered by Delta Dental, with nominees including Calleigh Bruyns in hockey, Acadia Enman & Mary Harrington in Nordic skiing, Lydia Ruggles in gymnastics, and Hannah Spencer in basketball. Winners will be announced Friday, Feb. 27. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ RunVermont is seeing more runners in their 20s sign up for the M and T Bank Vermont City Marathon and Relay with about 1,000 registered and 55% of first-timers under 30 — executive director Anthea Dexter-Cooper said the trend bodes well as the race is scheduled in three months. NBC5
- ➤ Reese Gregory led No. 6 Essex to a 56-51 overtime win over No. 11 South Burlington in the D-I playdowns on Tuesday (Feb. 24). Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Mount Mansfield girls clinched their second straight Division I Nordic skiing title yesterday at Craftsbury Outdoor Center. The team won individual and relay races, earning its fifth crown since 2015 as it finished ahead of St. Johnsbury and other competitors. Burlington Free Press
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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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Liv Greene & Melanie MacLaren Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — Radio Bean — $10 adv | $15 dos — Enjoy an evening of folk music with Nashville-based artist Liv Greene.
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Phil Hanley Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Phil Hanley, a rising star in the NYC comedy scene.
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Heated Rivalry Night
7-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience the soulful tunes of Dwight + Nicole blending blues, soul, and R&B traditions.
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Disney Around the World with VSO
6-9 p.m. — The Flynn — Admission details not specified — Experience a symphonic journey through Disney’s iconic films brought to life by the Vermont Symphony Orchestra.
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