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Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Burlington gas stations report an average price of $3.09 per gallon—a 0.4 cent drop from last week and 33.5 cents lower than last year—while the statewide average reached $3.11 with prices ranging from $2.89 to $3.39 per gallon. VermontBiz
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Space Weather Prediction Center said a moderate G2 storm may allow northern lights to be seen in Vermont and nearby states for the next two nights—experts advise viewing the display between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. Locals should go to dark open areas such as parks to enjoy the show. Burlington Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Vermont Community Broadband Board has announced an Affordable Long Drop Program that will give grants to eligible providers in Montpelier to cover extra costs for long or nonstandard broadband drops (including underground installations). The program will prioritize manufactured home communities and low- and moderate-income residents, and applications will be accepted from August 29 until September 12. VermontBiz
- ➤ Dozens of Vermonters protested at the Burlington Airport Commission meeting on August 6, urging officials to stop using nonpublic side doors for ICE transfers (activists claim over 450 detainees have been moved since January and liken the process to illegal human trafficking) and commissioners said they would work with city leaders to address concerns while noting they lack direct control over ICE activities. VTDigger
- ➤ A new study shows homelessness in Vermont has risen 200% since 2020 with 3,386 people counted on one night and far fewer shelter spaces available than needed. Burlington city officials met on August 4 to review the data and plan actions—like adding sanitation resources, testing a secure storage pilot, and improving encampment clean-ups—to better support unsheltered residents. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Gov. Phil Scott signed 73 bills this session and three new workforce laws took effect that expanded access to unpaid leave by broadening family definitions, required cosmetology schools to train in textured hair care, repealed racetrack regulations, and set standards for massage therapy and cottage food operations exempt from licensing for earnings under $30,000+ Act 32 and Act 42 took effect July 1 while Act 58 took effect June 11+. Burlington Free Press
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Officials celebrated the start of construction yesterday at 100 Cambrian Way in Burlington as Champlain Housing Trust and Evernorth began building 40 permanently affordable apartments with $23.8 million from 14 funding sources, including a $1 million gift meant to address local homelessness. Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak and Treasurer Pieciak said the project supports housing needs and sustainable features such as a geothermal system and rooftop solar array — it is one of several developments ensuring long-term affordability in the neighborhood. VermontBiz
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Olympic gold medalist Jessie Diggins moved to Stratton at 20 and became the most decorated U.S. cross-country skier. She is training for the upcoming Milan-Cortina winter games and works with Protect Our Winters to fight climate change—she measures success by her impact on the community and environment—rather than by her medals. NBC5
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Vermont Cheesemakers Festival
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — Shelburne Farms Breeding Barn — Check event for details — Celebrate the art of cheesemaking in a state renowned for its world-class cheeses.
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BCA Summer Concert Series: Ian Campbell
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Burlington City Arts @ The BCA Center — Free entry — Enjoy a lunchtime concert in City Hall Park with local musician Ian Campbell's melodic tunes.
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Vermont Public Kids Day
10 AM – 3 PM — ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain — $16.50-20; free for members and kids 2 and under — Enjoy crafts, story time, and meet Daniel Tiger in a family-friendly environment.
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Lake Champlain Chamber Music Festival
10:30 a.m. — Elley-Long Music Center — Various costs — Experience a celebration of Mozart's brilliance through concerts and masterclasses.
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Vermont Tech August Happy Hour
5:30-7 p.m. — Foam Brewers - Burlington — Pay for your own food/drink — Enjoy a chill evening of networking with great vibes and conversations.
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Outdoor Innovation Showcase: Vermont's Vision for Sustainability
3-5:30 p.m. — Craig's Prototype Facility — Free entry — Celebrate sustainability with discussions, networking, and optional tours of Burton's R&D center.
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The Champlain Valley Fair
Aug 22-31, 3 PM - 11 PM — Champlain Valley Exposition — Admission prices vary — Celebrate the end of summer with rides, games, food, and entertainment at Vermont's seasonal highlight.
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Jake Shimabukuro Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience the captivating ukulele artistry of Jake Shimabukuro in a dynamic live show.
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Lettuce Concert
8-10 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages — Experience a vibrant musical journey with the genre-busting collective Lettuce.
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Fai Laci Live Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages — Experience the energetic debut of Fai Laci as they perform their original tracks and share their journey in the music scene.
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