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Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Burlington Farmers Market re-opened on May 9 at 345 Pine St. and will run every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Oct. 31, featuring over 70 vendors, live music, a kids tent, and nonprofit booths. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ EMS crews from Chittenden County will join a relay at the Vermont City Marathon on May 24 in Burlington to raise funds for families with children in long-term hospital care (Never Give Up Ever will cover food, rent, and gas expenses). Teams from several departments must raise at least $1,000. NBC5
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The University of Vermont opened the first station of the Vermont Mesonet today to boost weather monitoring for flood preparedness & farm planning in rural areas. UVM plans to add 20 stations statewide to aid emergency managers & researchers. Burlington Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A portrait of Louvenia Dorsey Bright, the first Black woman elected to the Legislature, was unveiled last week at the Statehouse in Montpelier. Painted by Ayana Ross, the artwork features an apple and a legislative bill + honors Bright’s legacy as a longtime educator and lawmaker. VTDigger
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Vermont Department of Health report shows overdose deaths dropped 25% in 2025, with 170 fatalities recorded compared to 269 at the peak in 2022 plus Xylazine-related deaths falling 67% from 2024. Gov. Scott said the state will keep investing in treatment + harm reduction. VTDigger
- ➤ Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont seeks 2027 premium increases with rates at 3.1% for small group plans and 5.2% for individual plans as part of efforts to control rising healthcare costs such as a projected 16% jump in pharmacy expenses; the proposed changes now go to state regulators for review. NBC5
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Data from Realtor.com shows that February median home sale prices in Chittenden County dropped to $447,500 from $460,000 in January, a 2.7% decline. Single-family home prices fell by 3% while condominiums & townhomes declined 7.4% in February. Burlington Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Voting for the Burlington Free Press' Delta Dental high school girls lacrosse breakout player of the year is now open and will continue until Tuesday, May 19 at 9 p.m.—cast your vote on the website with no limit on entries. Burlington Free Press
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Scarlet Demore with Violet Crimes
7-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Not specified — Experience the energetic fusion of punk rock and melodic hardcore from local favorites Violet Crimes.
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Rachel Scanlon Live
6:30-11:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets from $103 — Rachel Scanlon is set to deliver an unforgettable comedy experience in Burlington.
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Business After Hours: Grand Opening Celebration
5-7 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington — Free entry — Celebrate the grand opening with networking, tours, and delightful hospitality.
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Pete Lee at Vermont Comedy Club
7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets starting at $103 — Pete Lee brings his unforgettable comedy experience to Burlington.
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Pete Lee Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets starting at $103 — Pete Lee brings an unforgettable night of laughter to Burlington's stage.
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Los Sóngoros Concert with Dance Class
7:30-10:45 p.m. — SEABA Center — $15 General / $10 Students — Experience an exciting blend of Cuban and Brazilian rhythms with an optional pre-show dance class.
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Otto and Astrid Live
7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets start at $96 — Experience an unforgettable evening of laughter with Otto and Astrid.
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All the Rivers Festival
4:30-8:30 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night filled with global music featuring performances by All the Rivers, Eddie Palmieri, Mavis Staples, and Preservation Hall Jazz Band.
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The Hip Abduction Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Higher Ground — Tickets from $64 — Experience a can't-miss live performance by The Hip Abduction in South Burlington.
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Melissa Villaseñor Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — $35 — Experience the unique humor of the first Latina SNL cast member in a night of impressions and laughter.
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