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Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 25% of Vermont schools did not finish required radon testing, leaving staff and families unsure about exposure risks + many districts cite cost issues and miscommunication. Affected schools now plan to complete testing to improve student safety. VTDigger
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Contractors met on March 4 in Winooski to learn about an all-electric air to water heat pump that provides heating and hydronic cooling in even the coldest weather—technology that boosts energy efficiency for homes. Organizers plan to make the summit an annual event to help Vermonters save energy. NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A mail delay is slowing delivery times in Colchester and South Burlington, with residents reporting letters and packages now taking up to ten days instead of three. The USPS (United States Postal Service) plans to extend delivery hours and hire 20 new city carriers as staffing shortages persist. NBC5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Vermont’s eight-year all-payer health care experiment ended at the close of 2025, and lawmakers began examining its lessons as they develop a new primary care payment plan. CEO Tom Borys testified before the Senate Health and Welfare Committee on the program’s costs and benefits for primary care providers. VTDigger
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ New Zumper data shows Burlington apartment rents increased 4% since last February with a typical listing now at $2,200. Burlington rates remain above state & national medians, underscoring a local rental market that continues to command a premium. Burlington Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Vermont women’s basketball coach Alisa Kresge addressed the media after the America East final on Friday, Mar. 13, highlighting the team’s strong play and commitment. The game marked a significant moment in the season’s championship run. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Today, Vermont high school boys basketball concludes its season with a tripleheader at Barre Auditorium live on NFHS Network. The D-IV game starts at noon, the D-II game at 3:45 p.m., and the D-III game at 7:30 p.m. Burlington Free Press
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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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Live Performance by Paul Brill
7-9:30 p.m. — Tank Recording Studio — $20-$50 — Experience the live recording of Paul Brill's composition 'The Cost of Believing' in an intimate studio setting.
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Matt Payne Concert
7-10 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Experience the melodic sounds of Matt Payne and catch his collaboration with Ollie Lloyd & Thermal Music.
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Vermont Home Show
10 AM – 4 PM — Champlain Valley Exposition — Visit for a variety of home improvement ideas from local experts and innovative products.
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Old 97s Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticket required — Experience the legendary Old 97s as they showcase their latest album, 'American Primitive'.
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VBRN Career Day 2026
3-7 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Registration required — Participate in poster sessions and networking with STEM professionals at this annual symposium.
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