Good morning, Burlington.

On Tuesday, campers at the Boys and Girls Club in Burlington stayed cool by enjoying swimming lessons in the outdoor pool along with popsicles, while staff ensured they had plenty of water, shade and an indoor backup option if needed.

Burlington will host a two-day block party to celebrate the near completion of Main Street construction with live music, art displays, and family activities on July 17 and July 18.

City officials said the event will highlight improvements like wider sidewalks and protected bike lanes as part of the project.

The 33rd Vermont Brewers Festival is set for July 17-18 at Waterfront Park with over 40 brewers offering live music, 15 three-ounce tastings, souvenir glassware, food trucks, and more (tickets cost $60 in advance; designated driver tickets are $22).

A recent University of New Hampshire poll shows over 40% of Vermonters are considering leaving, and nearly 60% of those aged 18-34 are likely to move within five years for lower housing costs & taxes.

Rising childcare and living expenses add to the state’s affordability challenges for young residents.

Forty-six Chittenden County high school students are training at UVM through the Governor’s Institutes of Vermont Health & Medicine Institute from July 12 to 18 to learn clinical and emergency response skills as part of a program that exposes them to various health careers.

NBC5 meteorologists tracked extreme heat and high-humidity conditions that pushed the heat index above 100 before severe thunderstorms brought damaging winds, large hail and an isolated tornado threat to northern Vermont Tuesday night.

Tri-Valley Transit took over rural bus service in Washington County this month to support stable driver schedules and maintain route continuity, while Link commuter service between Montpelier and Burlington remains with Green Mountain Transit (GMT).

UVM scientists led a phase-one trial of the new cancer drug RSO-021, which controlled mesothelioma in 67% of patients and improved overall survival beyond standard treatments.

Stage-two trial results will be shared later this year.

Vermont has opted out of federal physician supervision for nurse anesthetists after Gov. Phil Scott issued a letter on July 2, expanding access to safe anesthesia services across the state — especially benefiting rural areas.

State health and environmental officials advise residents to watch for cyanobacteria blooms (blue-green layers that can cause skin rashes and stomach issues) as lakes and ponds warm this summer, and they urge people to report any suspicious conditions to local health officers for prompt action.

Prohibition Pig in Waterbury was named Vermont's most iconic barbecue spot by Business Insider.

The restaurant, owned by the team behind Hen of the Wood, serves Southern-style smoked meats and creative sides and opens weekdays at 4 p.m. and weekends at noon.

New data shows home prices in Chittenden County rose to a median of $480,000 in April, up 9.1% from March.

Sales of single-family homes dropped 8.4% while condominium and townhouse prices jumped 46.8% compared to March.

Kaiden McCarthy from Chester was drafted in the second round, 48th overall, by the Atlanta Braves on Saturday — making him the highest drafted Vermont baseball player — and he is expected to sign with the team to start his pro career rather than attend the University of Tennessee.

Live Comedy with King Dumb

8:30-11:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Nathan Hartswick, Natalie Miller, and Brian De La Bruere.

33rd Annual Vermont Brewers Festival

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Waterfront Park — Admission with tasting tabs — Celebrate Vermont's craft beer scene with local brewers and scenic Lake Champlain views.

39th Annual Lake Champlain Antique and Classic Boat Show

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Burlington Community Boathouse Marina — Individually paid dinner — Showcase your boat or enjoy a fun day on the water with dinner afterward.

Social Distortion Concert

8-11 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets from $69 — Experience the energy of Social Distortion live with all their greatest hits and latest tracks.

The Red Rocks 5K

5K Race — Morning Start Time — Red Rocks Park — Registration required — Enjoy a scenic run through Red Rocks Park's beautiful landscapes in South Burlington.