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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity announced today that David Mullin, who has led the group for over 25 years, will retire in February 2026. The board has begun a national search for his successor—aiming to keep the work of building affordable homes in the community on track. VermontBiz
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Bernie Sanders welcomed the Education Department's release on July 18 that provided Vermont with $6.5 million—supporting nearly 100 afterschool and summer programs for 11,000 students—as part of a nationwide disbursement of $1.3 billion prompted by bipartisan pressure on withheld education funding. VermontBiz
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Essex Development Board voted 4—2 on July 17 to reject Scannell Properties’ application for an Amazon distribution facility at Saxon Hill at Essex High School, deciding based on current zoning rules and the plan’s merits. Local protestors and some business leaders raised concerns over traffic safety and road congestion, and officials will consider the feedback for future plans. VTDigger
- ➤ Vermont received a $22.7 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to replace the nearly 100-year-old Winooski River Bridge connecting Burlington and Winooski—officials said the new bridge will have extra traffic lanes, a shared path, and improved drainage. Officials said construction will begin in 2027 and finish in 2030 with a total project cost of $70 to $80 million, funded mainly by federal dollars with local bonds adding support. Vermont Public
- ➤ Today, the Vermont Department of Labor said the unemployment rate stayed at 2.6% in June while both the number of workers and job seekers fell from May. The report shows Vermont ranks third nationally for low jobless rates — a sign of steady local employment. VermontBiz
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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.
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SB Nite Out #5 - B-Town & Fireworks
5:30-8 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Park — Free entry — Enjoy delicious food from local vendors followed by a spectacular fireworks display to celebrate the community.
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Bonny Light Horseman
7-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Cost not specified — Experience the heartfelt melodies of Bonny Light Horseman as they celebrate humanity through music.
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The Ramble Roller Disco
2-4 p.m. — Pomeroy Park — $5 suggested donation — Roll with us at the 4th annual roller disco while supporting a great cause.
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Robert Lester Folsom Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of melodic sounds from southern singer-songwriter Robert Lester Folsom.
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Vermont Lake Monsters 50/50 Raffle Night
5-9 p.m. — Vermont Lake Monsters Baseball — Enjoy a night at the ballpark selling raffle tickets to support Camp Ta-Kum-Ta.
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Grieves Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Higher Ground — $51+ — Enjoy a night of powerful music with Grieves at Higher Ground in South Burlington.
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The Red Rocks 5K Run
9:30 a.m. — Red Rocks Park — Registration fee applies — Experience a scenic 5K trail run through the beautiful woods of Red Rocks Park.
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2025 Lake Champlain Dragon Boat Festival
8 AM – 4:30 PM — Waterfront Park — Fundraising event — Celebrate community spirit and support cancer survivors with thrilling dragon boat races.
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Beth Stelling Live Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Check event page for ticket info — Experience the comedic brilliance of Beth Stelling, whose latest Netflix special is a must-watch.
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