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Burlington
Thursday, May 1st, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On April 30, United Way of Northwest Vermont announced $715,500 in multi-year, flexible funding to 28 local organizations+ the grants now help nonprofits meet basic needs like housing, food, and mental health as federal support remains uncertain. VermontBiz
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Lake Champlain Chamber and Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing launched the GROW initiative on April 29 to promote Burlington as a travel destination and a place to call home. The campaign will use online content, relocation newsletters and airport ads—aiming to fill workforce gaps and support the local economy. VermontBiz
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On April 21, U.S. Customs and Border Patrol arrested eight undocumented farmworkers at a large dairy farm in Franklin County, leaving workers fearful of deportation and prompting about 300 protesters to march on Church Street—an action that has shaken a dairy industry which relies on 850 migrant workers. Seven Days
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers in Vermont are reviewing a revised education reform plan after lobbyists for rural and private schools testified in March. The House passed a version that reflects changes suggested by groups like the Vermont Superintendents Association—now legislators must work with Senate leaders and Gov. Scott to reach a final compromise. Seven Days
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Green Up Day, a statewide cleanup event, will let volunteers pick up trash bags starting April 30 and gather on May 3 to clean streets, parks, and sidewalks in our state. Burlington residents can get bags at Miller Recreation Center or the CEDO Office in City Hall — local breweries will host Kentucky Derby-themed events with music and food. Burlington Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ BTV City Council unanimously approved an overdose prevention center in Burlington to reduce overdose deaths and connect residents with support services. Vermonters for Criminal Justice Reform will operate the new center, though its location is not yet determined and its proposal must be reviewed by the Vermont Department of Health to secure opioid settlement funding. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Two Burlington residents filed an appeal with the Vermont Supreme Court to challenge the 2023 charter change that allowed all residents to vote in local elections (this change lets noncitizens vote in issues like local school funding) after a Superior Court judge dismissed a related lawsuit; a date for oral arguments is expected in coming weeks. NBC5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Blue Cross VT CEO Don George said the company made progress with a capital recovery plan and support for legislative changes but still faces rising hospital and drug costs that strain its finances. He noted a recent settlement—$12 million promised against a $62.1 million loss last year—provides some relief while long-term measures are needed to stabilize care costs. Burlington Free Press
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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.
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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.
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Vermont HCBS Community Information Session
10 a.m. — Contois Auditorium — Free entry — Learn about upcoming changes to Developmental Disabilities Services while connecting with case management organizations.
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ANIMAL Dance Performance
10 a.m. — The Flynn — Free entry — Experience innovative choreography and interactive movement games with ANIMAL Dance Company.
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World Ballet Company - Burlington
3-4 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the elegance of the Gilded Age through a world premiere ballet inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel.
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Burlington Kids Weekend
May 16-17 — Waterfront Park — Free pizza and ice cream — Enjoy a fun-filled weekend with games and activities for kids.
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Community Yard Sale
3-5 p.m. — Rick Marcotte Central School parking lot — Registration fee required — Sell your wares and enjoy some tasty treats at the community yard sale.
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Sports & Fitness Expo
1-7 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Free entry — Explore the latest in sportswear, gear, and local products at this vibrant expo.
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Chat with Best-Selling Author and Runner Emily Halnon
12-1 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Free entry — Engage in a trailside chat about record-setting ultra running with local authors and athletes.
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M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon
7:15 AM - Jun 1, 11:59 PM — Queen City Cafe — Registration required — Experience a scenic marathon through Burlington's landscapes with community spirit and live entertainment.
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