Good morning, Burlington.

The new concourse at Burlington Airport opens today with two gates for larger planes and more passengers, featuring sustainable design, a playroom, and an observation deck (part of long-term upgrades).

An American Airlines flight from Washington D.C. lands at gate two at 11:45 a.m.

The Vermont Arts Council received a $77,500 grant today to expand creative aging programs for older adults in rural senior centers statewide.

The funding, provided by a joint initiative from E.A. Michelson Philanthropy + the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies, will support enhanced arts programming for seniors.

PBS airs the third episode of a new three-part documentary on Henry David Thoreau at 9 p.m. today on Vermont Public TV; all episodes are available on demand online.

The film is executive produced by Ken Burns & Don Henley.

Champlain Community Services’ Way2Work program helps Vermonters with disabilities train for jobs and start small businesses while partnering with local employers.

The program offers customized support — from job training to self-employment advice — to boost skills and strengthen the local economy.

Yesterday, at CVU High School, learning leader Stan Williams led a lesson where ninth graders tried to tell apart AI-generated images from real photos; the exercise sparked discussion (on trusting sources) as AI changes classroom learning.

Vermont Fish and Wildlife biologists report that some bats remain 15 years after white-nose syndrome was first found.

They are monitoring species (northern long-eared, little brown, tri-colored and Indiana) to track the disease's impact in the state.

Attorneys debated Vermont's Climate Superfund Law in a Rutland courtroom Monday, with advocates defending the measure as needed to help residents recover from extreme weather and challengers arguing it oversteps state authority by targeting fossil fuel companies; no ruling was made and a decision is expected in coming weeks.

Medicaid’s new billing rules in January forced Vermont ABA clinics to scale back services—one provider even discharged half its Medicaid patients, affecting children with autism.

Health officials are studying ABA rates to help ease funding challenges as providers adjust.

UVM Health Network is easing Vermont's nursing shortage with pathway programs launched two years ago in collaboration with Norwich University & Vermont State University.

Nurses can work full-time while earning degrees, with $1.5 million in grant funds boosting clinical education.

Vermont Gas Systems and Champlain Housing Trust will break ground this summer on Riggs Meadow in Hinesburg, where 44 affordable housing units will test geothermal heating to keep costs steady and lower carbon emissions.

The project will use ground-source heat pumps to draw warmth from the earth.

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.

Kaleb Cohen Live

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages — Experience the soulful sounds of rising artist Kaleb Cohen with his raw storytelling and impressive piano skills.

Aly & AJ Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages — Enjoy an evening of captivating harmonies and pop melodies from the talented duo, Aly & AJ.

Phoebe Robinson Live

7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets starting at $118 — Experience an unforgettable evening with comedian Phoebe Robinson.

Postal Retirement Seminar

2-3:30 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Registration required — Comprehensive session for postal employees to plan a secure retirement.

KidSafe Collaborative Annual Outstanding Service Awards 2026

9:30-11:30 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Free entry — Celebrate individuals who enhance child safety and well-being in the community.

VTIFF Musical Silents: The Wildcat (1921)

7 PM – 1 AM — Vermont International Film Festival — Ticket pricing varies — Experience a live improvised score to the madcap farce from legendary director Ernst Lubitsch.

UVM Wellness Environment 4/20 5K

8:20-10 p.m. — UVM Athletic Campus — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly, substance-free 5K fun run/walk for wellness in Burlington.

Live Concert by Robin Pecknold

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — View Tickets — Experience the captivating sounds of Robin Pecknold, renowned frontman of Fleet Foxes, alongside Allegra Krieger.

Wit & Wine: Comedy Night

8-10 p.m. — Shelburne Vineyard — Check event page for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Vermont's top comedians while sipping wine.