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Burlington
Friday, June 6th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of law enforcement officers, first responders, students, and Special Olympics athletes are joining the torch run to support Special Olympics Vermont during its 41st year. The event has raised over $25,000 so far and concludes today with the lighting of the cauldron at Saint Michael’s College — a moment that brings the community together. NBC5
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Apollo-managed funds committed up to $220 million in a joint venture with Vermont-based Bullrock Energy to develop nearly 500 MW of community solar projects in New York and New England — the deal will help provide affordable clean energy for local residents. VermontBiz
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Burlington hosts Summer in the City—an arts and culture festival offering downtown concerts, dances, film screenings and art exhibits. The event opens with a jazz-folk concert by Andrew Richards Quartet at 12:30 p.m., a dance with DJ Richie Conte at 4:00 p.m., and a reception at Burlington City Arts center at 5:00 p.m. MyChamplainValley.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GasBuddy data show that Vermont gasoline now averages $3.07 per gallon, which is 2 cents lower than last week and marks a continued decline from recent months and last year. Burlington prices averaged $3.14 per gallon, down 0.7 cents from last week — with the cheapest station at $3.03 and the most expensive at $3.19. VermontBiz
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Community College of Vermont will award over 70 debt-free associate degrees to young Vermonters through the Free Degree Promise program — nearly half of whom are first-generation students. The commencement will be held on Saturday, June 7 at 2:00 p.m. at Norwich University’s Shapiro Field House in Northfield. VermontBiz
- ➤ Today, teens from Middlebury Union High and Addison Central work with staff at the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum in Vergennes to build a 25- to 32-foot wooden rowing gig over nine months—starting with harvesting Vermont lumber and learning hands-on skills. They will launch the boat during a parade at the Lake Champlain waterfront as family and friends cheer (marking the program’s 25th anniversary). The Citizen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Burlington officials released bids for a new bike and pedestrian bridge over I-89 that will connect Staples Plaza and Quarry Hill to the University Mall area — the project is funded by federal grants with an estimated cost of 10 to 25 million. The bidding process is underway and construction will start once a contractor is chosen. The Other Paper
- ➤ State tax revenues for April exceeded targets as the General, Transportation and Education Funds collected $538.9 million —14.4% above target—with the Personal Income Tax showing over 26% more revenue than expected, Secretary Sarah Clark reported. She said strong overall receipts pointed to a fiscal surplus even though Transportation Fund income remained at risk because tariffs could slow summer tourism. VermontBiz
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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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Golden Hour at HULA - Vermont Tech Meetup
4:30-6:00 p.m. — HULA — Free entry — Network with tech professionals over drinks, pizza, and scenic views of Lake Champlain.
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Latin Dance Night
5-9 p.m. — Switchback Brewing Co. — $20 for the class, $10 for the social — Enjoy a vibrant evening of Latin dance with beginner-friendly lessons and a lively dance social.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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