Good morning, Burlington.

Magnefy won the DeltaClimeVT Energy 2026 Business Accelerator on June 11 at Main Street Landing and received a $25,000 award while securing a pilot project with the Burlington Electric Department to test its AI transformer monitoring system — the pilot will help detect issues before outages.

Community National Bank is ranked as Vermont's top bank on Forbes' America’s Best-In-State Banks 2026 list based on independent customer evaluations, marking its fifth consecutive recognition.

The award was announced on June 17 and highlights the bank’s longstanding service across local communities.

Burlington's sixth annual Juneteenth celebration will be held tomorrow from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. at City Hall Park and Church Street Marketplace, featuring food vendors, live entertainment and learning opportunities + South Burlington hosts a community dinner today and a Juneteenth and International Yoga Day event Saturday morning.

Today in the region, theaters and music venues host arts events including Kurt Vile at Higher Ground and the season kickoff at Unadilla Theatre showing Krapp’s Last Tape — with concerts, festivals, and Broadway performances scheduled through Monday.

The Vermont Chamber of Commerce released its Legislative Biennium Report that outlines key policy outcomes in housing, workforce, healthcare and tax reforms to boost economic competitiveness.

The report details 87 testimonies + nearly 2,000 hearings and maps a long-term economic plan based on data insights.

Energy Action Network found that rising fossil fuel prices cost Vermont drivers an extra $124 million from March through May.

Gasoline prices increased nearly 50% and fuel oil prices rose 28%, adding over $75 per month to drivers’ costs and more than $200 per 200-gallon oil delivery.

Fletcher Free Library will launch its Summer Challenge Program, themed 'Unearth a Story,' on June 20 at the Main Library — 235 College St. — Burlington.

The free program will offer activities including inflatable dinosaurs, musical performances, and outreach for all ages through Aug. 17.

A storm survey (by the National Weather Service) is set to take place today in Woodstock to confirm if a tornado touched down after reports of downed trees and thousands of power outages.

Residents are urged to use caution near debris as cleanup continues.

Former Vermont House speaker Ralph Wright, famed for his powerful leadership from 1985 to 1994, died Wednesday at his home in Lady Lake, Florida at 91.

His career helped shape legislative reforms and civil rights measures that left a lasting impact on the state.

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Burlington will sell its South Burlington headquarters for $3.13 million to Northeast Territories, LLC as part of its bankruptcy process and will move most administrative staff to St. Michael’s College next month to help cover legal costs from sex abuse claims.

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.

Latin Dance Night

6-9 p.m. — Switchback Brewing Co. — Salsa Class $20, Dance Social $10 — Enjoy an evening of vibrant Latin dancing and connect with fellow dance enthusiasts.

YUUF Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Higher Ground — Support TBD — Experience the unique musical blend of Yuuf in their Burlington debut during summer tour.

All Levels Hot Yoga Class

9-10 a.m. — Hot Yoga Burlington Vermont — Reservation required — Engage in a continuous flow of poses suitable for all active levels.

Yoga Nidra and Sound Bath

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Hot Yoga Burlington Vermont — Reservations required — Experience guided meditations and relaxing yogic sleep in a cozy setting.

Level 1 Yoga Class

9-10 a.m. — Hot Yoga Burlington Vermont — Reservations required — Enjoy a relaxing yoga session ideal for beginners and post-vigorous activity.