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Burlington
Thursday, May 8th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Vermont State University reported that all 46 nursing students achieved a 100% NCLEX-RN pass rate and graduates also passed the ADN and NCLEX-PN exams with 92% and 99% success respectively (with most seeking licensure in Vermont) on May 7. The university will expand its nursing program by adding seats and opening a new campus in Johnson to help meet the local nursing shortage. VermontBiz
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Vermont Parks Forever has launched a pilot program offering free day-use entry to Vermont State Parks for over 100,000 income eligible Vermonters from the end of May through October (available to those receiving WIC and other state services). The initiative builds on a program that has provided over 50,000 free days since 2016. VermontBiz
- ➤ Lake Champlain Committee is recruiting volunteers for its Champlain Aquatic Invasive Monitoring Program (CHAMP) to survey the lake for invasive species and report their findings using provided toolkits. The program requires volunteers to attend a virtual training on May 29th from 3:00–4:30 p.m. and complete three surveys between June and October at designated lakeshore and boat-based sites. VermontBiz
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Vermont State Police conducted an Amber Alert test on May 7 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. to check state alert systems—alerts were sent to VTrans message boards, lottery signs and kiosks, VT-Alert subscribers, and via the Emergency Alert System on radio and television. MyChamplainValley.com
- ➤ The Vermont House passed a bipartisan tax credit bill that expands the military pension exemption and offers tax relief for low-income families, veterans and retirees—cutting state revenue by over $13 million annually. The bill now awaits Senate approval as lawmakers work to support families and attract military retirees. VTDigger
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Blastomycosis—an uncommon but treatable fungal infection—has become more common in three northern counties where nearly half of Vermont’s cases occur, and health officials now track the disease to help doctors diagnose it faster. Seven Days
- ➤ University of Vermont Medical Center now uses 3D printing to make low-cost mannequins so rural emergency care providers can practice life-saving skills more often. More than 10 models have been printed (including ones for ultrasound practice and bone injections) through a partnership with UVM Larner College of Medicine. MyChamplainValley.com
- ➤ Hospitals and state leaders are trying to cut $200 million in spending—an urgent step—to stop Blue Cross from asking for a 20% rate hike later this month. They say the plan—designed to keep rural hospitals open—comes as high costs and lost money push the health care system toward trouble. Seven Days
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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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Ran: 40th Anniversary 4K Restoration
'Ran' — 7:00-9:45 PM — Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center — $ — Film buffs enjoy a 40th anniversary 4K restoration of Akira Kurosawa’s 1985 take on the story of King Lear.
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2025 Vermont Amateur Pickleball Championships
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — The EDGE Sports & Fitness — $65 — Compete in the amateur state championship and engage in a weekend of wellness activities.
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