Good morning, Burlington.

Special Olympics Vermont held its Summer Games at St. Michael’s College last weekend, with 500 people from 12 groups competing in bocce and basketball for free.

The organization will host the Fall Games next in St. Albans (Sept. 14) as more athletes get the chance to play (and enjoy the community spirit).

Vermont State Police investigated after an 18-year-old from Burlington drowned when he jumped from Bartlett Falls off Lincoln Road in Bristol just after 5 p.m. Saturday and bystanders failed to rescue him before emergency crews recovered his body around 8 p.m. and transported it to the chief medical examiner's office.

Gardeners are advised to treat their gardens with parasitic nematodes, a new Bt formula, and well-placed beetle traps to reduce damage from Japanese beetles that will emerge later — these steps protect plants like rose bushes, grape vines, and basil.

Researchers from the University of Vermont and Lake Champlain Sea Grant Program are collecting and analyzing sand samples from North Beach to study microplastics that may affect the drinking water of 200,000 people in the area — they are using lab tests to identify fibers, beads, and foam fragments and trace their source. The team will use the data to recommend actions that could reduce environmental and health risks linked to these toxic plastic particles.

Burlington mayor Emma Mulvaney Stank said her new fiscal 26 proposals will limit layoffs and use fresh methods to address homelessness, substance use, and high housing costs as she works to revive downtown.

She detailed plans such as low tax hikes, community policing changes, and a pilot program launching in July — efforts aimed to support residents and boost local community life.

The Vermont Agency of Transportation has scheduled road construction on state highways and interstates for the week starting today, with lane closures and reduced speed limits planned on routes like I-89, I-91, and several state highways.

Commuters should plan extra travel time as flaggers manage alternating traffic—projects affecting areas from Barre to Williston will continue through the week.

The Senate will review a budget bill that could cut SNAP, known locally as 3SquaresVT, which helps over 66,500 Vermonters access food.

Local officials urge Vermont’s Senators to oppose the cuts before the July 4 deadline — a move that could deeply impact many families.

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.

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.

BTV Independence Day Celebration

5-11 p.m. — Waterfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate with food, music, and a stunning fireworks display over Lake Champlain.

Father John Misty Concert

6:45-8:15 p.m. — Shelburne Museum — Presale from Feb 25 — Enjoy an evening with Father John Misty and Lucinda Williams at the Ben & Jerry’s Concerts on The Green.

Joe List Live

7:30-9 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with stand-up comedian Joe List while supporting a charitable cause.

Joe List Comedy Show

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets start at $106 — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Joe List at a top-rated comedy venue.

Joe List Comedy Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — VIP tickets available — Experience a night of laughter with Joe List in an intimate setting.

The Future of Vermont’s Food & Farm Economy: Trends & Predictions

5-8 p.m. — Intervale Center — Free entry — Discover insights on Vermont's food and farm economy while networking and enjoying local refreshments.