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Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ During Green Up Day, South Burlington resident Jeffrey Trubisz found a liquor bottle on Lake Champlain with a note dated May 26, 2014 that reads "Help! Broke leg, Spiltrock. Send help and bring more wiskey." He is reflecting on the surprising find as part of his shamanism study. Seven Days
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ PopUp Bagels, a popular New England bagel chain, will open its first Vermont location at 42 Church Street in downtown Burlington, although officials say the opening date is not yet announced. NBC5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Vermont musician Grace Potter will host the Grand Point North music festival from Friday, Sept. 18 to Sunday, Sept. 20 at Waterfront Park in Burlington. The event features acts like Portugal. The Man and Dawes, with proceeds benefiting her foundation for music and art education. NBC5
- ➤ Best Day Ever, a new documentary, follows adaptive mountain bikers riding the first adaptive trail network built by local volunteers in Bolton. The film features Allie Bianchi (a special educator paralyzed in 2022) and others, and has won awards at festivals since last fall. VTDigger
- ➤ This week, local arts events run in Vermont from today to May 20. Brett Dennen performs in Stowe; a fundraiser for Trey Anastasio’s nonprofit is set on May 16 in Ludlow; and Ken Burns will speak at the Flynn on May 20 — check local venues for details. Burlington Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fletcher Free Library has upgraded its audio-visual equipment & soundproofing in the Fletcher Room at 235 College St. following a grant from Friends of the Fletcher Free Library to enhance programs and accessibility for visitors. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Jess, a doula and homesteader from Vermont, is enrolled in VLGS’s online JD program after earning significant scholarships, and she balances her studies with managing a rural health project and farm animal care in North Carolina (she remains focused on supporting community legal aid). VTDigger
- ➤ UVM is facing a multi-million-dollar budget deficit due to a nearly 7% drop in undergraduate enrollment, including a 15% fall in new students. University officials said they have planned for this decline and are adjusting housing, dining and auxiliary budgets (and boosting retention efforts) to ensure affordability and access. NBC5
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ New research from Dartmouth College shows that rain in the Northeast is falling in intense bursts with longer dry spells, a pattern that may lead to more flooding and flash droughts in Vermont. Researchers noted that concentrated rainfall reduces soil moisture and water availability (a sign of climate change affecting local conditions). Vermont Public
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ State housing officials released 10 preapproved blueprints for modest homes to speed construction for middle-income residents in Essex Junction, Hartford and Manchester. The 802 Homes pilot aims to simplify permits and cut review times for builders. Seven Days
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Burlington Free Press has released a list of 12 top Vermont girls basketball players for high schools and invites readers to vote for the best player today (vote available online). Burlington Free Press
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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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Good Clean Fun - Family Comedy Show
5-8 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Ticket prices may vary — Experience wholesome humor perfect for the entire family at this engaging comedy event.
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