Good morning, Burlington.

South Burlington was ranked as the best place to live in Vermont and 1,209th nationally by Niche on Tuesday, June 9.

The lakeside city, known for its high-quality public schools, bars and restaurants, continues to attract young professionals and retirees.

Community leaders gathered Wednesday to open a new Canadian entrance at the Haskell Free Library and Opera House.

The project cost nearly $700,000 (with $350,000 from donations) and reinforces strong bonds between neighbors across the border.

Honda is recalling 880,514 vehicles due to a rear suspension failure risk that could cause loss of control, the company said yesterday.

Dealers will inspect and reinforce the affected parts free of charge, with owner notifications mailed on July 7 and VINs searchable on NHTSA.gov since June 10.

Franklin Foods announced its Enosburg Falls plant will close in August after 125 years of dairy production, affecting nearly 100 jobs.

Plant manager John Ovitt plans to purchase the facility and reopen it as Franklin County Cheese in September — a hopeful development for local business.

Muyisa Mutume of M Square Market in Winooski said Vermont’s Congolese community is celebrating as Congo makes its first World Cup appearance in over 50 years.

The team will face Portugal on June 17 (its opening match) as fans rally around the historic bid.

Gov. Phil Scott signed a bill this week to address long absences in Vermont schools, as over 19,000 students have been chronically absent and test scores remain mixed.

The law will take effect in July, with schools following new policy guidelines starting in 2028.

Burlington High School will leave its temporary home (a former Macy’s) for a nearly complete new campus as it holds final classes on Monday, June 15 and graduation on Tuesday, June 16, marking the end of a challenging period.

Vermont farmers hit by the 2023 and 2024 floods will soon receive $31.7 million in disaster aid from USDA (secured via a block grant) as announced on Wednesday during a Senate hearing with Sen. Welch.

The funds will help cover flood-related losses while officials review additional funding requests.

Officials warn that cars heat up quickly as summer arrives, so residents must never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles.

The Vermont Department of Health advises keeping keys out of reach and following safety guidelines to prevent heat-related risks.

Vermont Green FC played a friendly match against Canada's national soccer team in Montreal on June 6 as a warm-up for the World Cup.

The game was closed to the public & forward David Ajagbe said the surreal experience underscored the team’s international ties.

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.

Cup Watch Party: Norway vs. France

3-5 p.m. — Switchback Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy competitive soccer action with friends while savoring BBQ and craft brews.

Burlington Wine and Food Festival

12:30-8:00 p.m. — Hula — $80 — Experience Vermont’s largest wine and food event featuring hundreds of wines, local spirits, chef demos, and live jazz.

Burlington's Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

3-11 p.m. — Burlington Waterfront Boat Ramp — $2 round-trip for shuttle service — Experience Vermont's most spectacular fireworks display along with family-friendly activities.

Level 1 Yoga Class

5-6 p.m. — Hot Yoga Burlington Vermont — $10 fee for late cancellations — A relaxing class perfect for beginners and post-activity recovery.