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Burlington
Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Vermont Language Justice Project launched a free multilingual app (iFY) to help refugees and im/migrants in Burlington and across the state access vetted public service videos in 21 languages. The app works on iPhone and Android and uses clear symbols to make it easy for users with limited literacy. VermontBiz
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Vermont businesses such as Miller Farm, Strafford Organic Creamery, and Lake Champlain Chocolates are adjusting recipes after a cocoa shortage caused by climate change disrupted supply chains. Some have switched to alternative ingredients (for example, maple milk) and started micro-grant programs to support cacao farmers as the crisis continues. Vermont Public
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Vermont Division for Historic Preservation announced it will install 15 new Roadside Historic Sites Markers in 2025 to honor key events, people and places across the state—raising the total to 335 markers. The markers cover topics from Revolutionary War heroes to local landmarks—each offering a brief look at Vermont's past. VermontBiz
- ➤ Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak said she hopes the City Council will reconsider Resolution 8.1 at its June 2 meeting — she criticized divisive actions that spread fake letters and press releases and announced a public forum on community safety at Fletcher Free Library on May 29 at 5:30 p.m. to discuss homelessness, mental health, and downtown concerns. VermontBiz
- ➤ The legislature approved new healthcare reforms that include a prescription drug price cap, 340B protections, and hospital rate increase options—hospitals will have to adjust their operations before the cap takes effect in July. A health care reform bill will go to conference committee while expanded powers for the Green Mountain Care Board and workplace violence prevention measures are under review. VermontBiz
- ➤ Josh Wronski—director of the Vermont Progressive Party since 2016—will step down on July 4 to join the Vermont State Employees Association. Party leaders praised his work as the Progressive Party Coordinating Committee meets this week to plan the staff transition. Burlington Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The FDA said it will remove supplemental fluoride from Vermont’s market by the end of October—challenging dentists and pediatricians who use these pills to help prevent cavities in children on well water and non-fluoridated systems. Local health experts note that many families rely on this extra fluoride to protect kids’ dental health. Vermont Public
- ➤ During Stroke Awareness Month, a nurse practitioner at UVM Medical Center said knowing the BE FAST warning signs—loss of balance, vision change, facial drooping, arm numbness, and speech difficulties—is key to fast treatment of strokes. She added that regular checkups and simple lifestyle changes can help catch risks like high blood pressure and diabetes before they lead to a stroke. NBC5
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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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EXTC Concert Featuring XTC's Terry Chambers & Friends
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Experience the classic XTC songbook brought to life by Terry Chambers and his band EXTC.
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NAMI Vermont Lake Monsters Game Night
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Vermont Lake Monsters Baseball — Tickets available — Supporting mental health awareness with a fun night of baseball and community activities.
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Father's Day Frankfurter Fiesta
7-9:30 p.m. — The Soda Plant — RSVP requested — Enjoy a special hot dog topping bar and cornhole at this festive hangout.
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Book Club for Busy Women
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Ladies Social Group — $5 monthly dues — Connect with fellow women while discussing books and forming friendships.
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Vermont Lake Monsters Senior Night
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Vermont Lake Monsters Baseball — $6 for seniors — Enjoy a night at the ballpark with complimentary drinks and reserved seating for seniors.
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Vermont Lake Monsters vs. New Britain Bees
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Vermont Lake Monsters Baseball — Permission slip and fee required — Teens enjoy a ball game outing with food included.
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4x4x48 Challenge
4 p.m. Jun 20th — Burlington Union Station — Entry fee TBA — Participate in a unique running challenge to celebrate the summer solstice.
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Intentional Peer Support Core Training
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. daily — Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center — $100 for materials — Engage in an interactive training to explore transformative relationships through peer support.
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