Good morning, Burlington.

Gasoline prices in Vermont fell to $3.05 per gallon from last week’s $3.10, and Burlington prices dropped 2.6 cents to average $3.16 per gallon—this follows a recent peak that may mark the highest rates this season.

The national average also declined to $3.13 per gallon as diesel prices decreased similarly.

Hundreds gathered Monday morning outside the federal courthouse to support Turkish graduate student Rumeysa Ozturk, who was detained by ICE after her visa was revoked following her op-ed on Gaza.

Three lawyers argued that her detention is unlawful due to lack of evidence and a constitutional violation—while they await Judge Sessions' decision on whether to move her case to Vermont for a May hearing.

The Vermont Agency of Agriculture is surveying specialty crop growers to improve ties between local producers and restaurants—proposals for a New England dairy study are due on April 30, the Vermont Forest Industry Summit is planned for June 19, Spring Tree Fruit Meetings will occur on May 8 in Hinesburg and May 9 in Springfield, and a Vermont Pavilion will showcase booths at the Summer Fancy Food Show in New York from June 29 to July 1.

Lawmakers reviewed H.482, a bill that would let the Green Mountain Care Board adjust reimbursement rates and add an observer in hospitals—Blue Cross Blue Shield and hospital leaders testified about financial concerns and risks to established payment agreements.

Committees are also considering bills on workplace violence prevention, health care reform, and transportation for medical needs as they work on changes to improve our health care system.

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).

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.

New England Log & Timber Design-Build EXPO

1-7 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Check for entry details — Explore innovative log and timber design solutions from top builders and vendors.

Devising Lab with Michael Bodel

10:00-11:30 a.m. — The Flynn — Free entry — Explore choreography through cardboard in this unique movement workshop.

Byland

8 PM – 12 AM — Higher Ground — Cost not mentioned — Experience the mesmerizing sounds of Deep Sea Diver's latest album, Impossible Weight.

All Night Boogie Band Live Performance

8:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Nectar's — Limited tickets available — Dance the night away with blues and soul inspired tunes every Thursday in May.

Vermont 1-Day Conference

9:00 AM - 2:30 PM — Edmunds Middle School — Pay what you can — Engage with the stuttering community and gain resources for growth and connection.

Burlington Anime Fest

10 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Kids enter FREE with paid adult ticket — Enjoy a family-friendly day filled with voice actors, vendors, attractions, and a huge cosplay contest.