Good morning, Burlington.

Joe Hewett, 50, pleaded guilty to murdering Miranda Wade and Karen Lindsay in a South Plattsburgh home last December—he set a fire to hide evidence and faces sentencing on June 12.

Average gasoline prices in Vermont now stand at $3.07 per gallon—down 2.0 cents from last week—while Burlington stations average $3.18, a level that is slightly above the national price of $3.11; prices range from $2.81 to $3.27 per gallon, showing differences among stations.

Vermont Gov. Phil Scott will speak at Norwich University’s commencement for the Class of 2025 on May 3 at 10 a.m. in Northfield (Shapiro Fieldhouse).

He is known for starting Wheels for Warmth, a tire donation program that turns unneeded tires into funds for heating fuel assistance.

Teachers and students from Vermont public schools delivered a lesson plan for good public schools—signed by hundreds from every county—to the governor and Legislature, urging lawmakers to reconsider reforms that they say will weaken small class sizes and quality teaching.

Senior advocates with Age Well Vermont said nearly 50 Social Security locations are on a federal closure list and the planned changes may affect how people apply for benefits in April — those who cannot use the online system have until April 14 to call in their applications.

Atsuko Okatsuka Comedy Show

3 PM - 5 PM | Vermont Comedy Club | Tickets selling fast | Comedian Atsuko Okatsuka brings joy and silliness through her viral #Dropchallenge on tour.

Throwback: A Grown-Up Book Fair

1:30-8 p.m. — O.N.E. Community Center — Free entry — Take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with books, fun activities, and community vibes.

12/OC Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of live music at a popular local venue.

Nershi Hann Trio Concert

7-11 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticket required — Experience the vibrant sounds of Bill Nershi and his trio in a night filled with delightful music.

Rock Point School Open House

4-6 PM — Rock Point School — Free entry — Discover a unique educational environment fostering personal growth and academic success for high school students.

Marsh Lights in Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Whallonsburg Grange Hall — $15 — Experience the delightful acoustic folk-grass sounds of Marsh Lights with Colby Crehan and former bandmates.

KidSafe Collaborative Annual Outstanding Service Awards 2025

9:30-11:30 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Free entry — Celebrate local heroes who have made significant contributions to child safety and well-being.

Book Launch: Piecework / Travail à la pièce, a bilingual collection of two plays by Vermont playwright and performer Abby Paige.

Celebrate this landmark publication with Abby Paige in her home community. Performances, conversation, and appreciation of Burlington’s rich and diverse local history! 7:00pm, OFF Center for the Dramatic Arts (1127 North Ave Ste 27, Burlington).

Kingdom Kids Live Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a lively performance at Burlington's favorite comedy venue.

Community Egg Hunt

5-7 p.m. — City Hall and Rick Marcotte Central School — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly egg hunt with arts and crafts, face painting, and more fun activities.