Good morning, Burlington.

At Burlington Spring Move Out, UVM+Champlain College students donated furniture to shelters and kept unwanted items off landfills.

The event shows local action to support community sustainability.

Una Passeggiata returns today in downtown Burlington with a weekly stroll, shopping, and socializing event from 5-8 p.m. until Sept.

23 — local businesses offer special deals from Lake Champlain Chocolates, Pascolo Ristorante, and Pizza Verità.

Legislators approved an education reform bill on Tuesday that changes mandatory school mergers to a voluntary process.

It sets deadlines for merger recommendations (meetings begin in October with Town Meeting Day 2028 votes) and delays a revised funding formula until July 1, 2029.

The Vermont Senate passed Bill H.955 back to the House on Tuesday by a vote of 27-2 — an amendment aimed at compromise to guide education reform was added, and House lawmakers are expected to review the measure this afternoon.

The Senate passed an education reform bill on Tuesday, May 26 that drops mandatory district mergers in favor of a faster voluntary process and a new funding formula.

It now moves to the House, with meetings set to begin this fall and a Town Meeting Day vote in 2028.

Paving work began Tuesday, May 26 on College Street between South Union & South Williams, causing detours in downtown Burlington, and upcoming projects on Main Street between Pine & Battery will disrupt traffic with eastbound closures planned for the week of June 8.

Vermont lawmakers approved bill H.816 to limit AI in mental health care decisions while letting clinicians use AI for admin tasks.

The measure now heads to Gov. Phil Scott for his signature and will take effect immediately if signed.

Gov. Phil Scott signed a law on Tuesday that bans the sale and use of toxic herbicide paraquat after 2030 to lower health risks in local orchards.

Farmers need special permission to use the pesticide until the ban takes effect.

The Colchester selectboard is set to vote on recommending a $5.2 million roundabout project at the intersection of Route 2 and Clay Point Road to improve safety following fatal crashes.

Construction could take five to 10 years if approved by VTrans (officials expect a more realistic timeline of 10 to 20 years).

Morel mushrooms are appearing in local woods and drawing in foragers ahead of Morelfest on May 30, as early spring air brings favorable conditions.

Experts say cooking them thoroughly is key to avoiding dangerous look-alikes + enjoying their flavor.

Rick Davis and developer Doug Nedde plan to build two four-story structures with 112 housing units (20% affordable) plus commercial space at 453 Pine Street near the Barge Canal Superfund site.

Remediation and a needed federal easement change are pending, and ground will break next spring.

High school sports fans can vote for the Vermont Varsity Insider Girls Athlete of the Week presented by Delta Dental at burlingtonfreepress.com until 9 p.m. Thursday, May 28; winners will be announced Friday, May 29.

Local sports fans can cast votes online for the Boys Athlete of the Week presented by Delta Dental until 9 p.m. Thursday, May 28 — winners will be announced Friday, May 29.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Kaonashi Live Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Experience an evening of eclectic tunes with Kaonashi and COOKED.

Volunteer Classroom Helper at Vermont Quilt Show

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Volunteer position — Assist in the classroom and receive materials for your own projects.

Sam Salem Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets start at $100 — Experience an unforgettable evening with comedian Sam Salem in Burlington.

World Cup Watch Party at Switchback Brewing Co.

3-8 p.m. — Switchback Brewing Co. — $12 special — Experience thrilling soccer matches with a delicious burger and local craft beer.