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Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Governor Phil Scott of Vermont proclaims March as Red Cross Month, celebrating the volunteers and donors who support emergency and disaster relief efforts. VermontBiz
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Burlington's board of finance unanimously approves the creation of an interim police chief position, appointing Shawn Burke to start March 24, amid a leadership transition. NBC5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Thousands of Vermonters reliant on Medicare could lose telehealth services unless Congress approves an extension or new legislation like the 'CONNECT for Health Act' to maintain expanded coverage beyond March 31, 2025. Vermont Public
- ➤ Vermont is recognized as a leader in suicide prevention, with initiatives like the Vermont Emergency Department Suicide Prevention Quality Improvement Initiative making significant contributions despite challenges. VermontBiz
- ➤ The Vermont Department of Health reports a significant decrease in COVID-19 hospitalizations and virus levels in wastewater, no longer tracks COVID-19 case and death data traditionally, and introduces an effective new RSV immunization for infants. VermontBiz
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Vermont women's basketball team is set to play against Albany for the America East Conference championship on Friday, with the game available on ESPNU and ESPN+. Burlington Free Press
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James McMurtry Concert at Higher Ground
James McMurtry will showcase songs from his latest album, 'The Horses and the Hounds,' blending personal narratives with a Los Angeles vibe.
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Rubblebucket Concert
Rubblebucket will perform live at Higher Ground in South Burlington, Vermont.
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Banyan Moon Book Club Meeting at Lucy and Howe Brewing Company
The March Brewery Book Club will discuss 'Banyan Moon' by Thao Thai, exploring themes of family relationships and cultural heritage through the story of Ann Tran and her estranged mother.
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Burlington Irish Heritage Festival
The Burlington Irish Heritage Festival features family-friendly Irish step dancing performances and traditional music, including fiddles and flutes, at Contois Auditorium.
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Burlington Irish Heritage Festival Celebration
The Burlington Irish Heritage Festival highlights Irish and Irish-American culture through a variety of performances and events, particularly around St. Patrick’s Day.
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Joe Pera Live at Vermont Comedy Club
Standup comedian Joe Pera will perform multiple shows at Vermont Comedy Club, known for his unique comedic style and popular Adult Swim series.
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Ricky Dover Jr. Live at Higher Ground
Rock musician Ricky Dover Jr., originally from Houston and raised in Knoxville, brings his dynamic performance to Higher Ground in South Burlington.
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Female Founders: Olympians
Olympians join the stage at Hotel Vermont to talk about life as an entrepreneur after the Games! Carissa Gordon Gump is a 2008 Olympian in the sport of weightlifting, and Jennifer Kessy is a silver medalist at the 2012 London Olympics, and now both are entrepreneurs pursuing their own venture!
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Charlie Parr Concert
7:30-11:00 p.m. | Higher Ground | Tickets available | Enjoy an evening of soulful music with Charlie Parr at Showcase Lounge.
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Langston Kerman Live at Vermont Comedy Club
Langston Kerman, an accomplished comedian and actor known for his work on various television series, returns to Vermont for a night of comedy.
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