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Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Switchback Brewing Co. won a Double Gold Medal at the North American Bourbon & Whiskey Competition for its Essential Vermont Malt Whiskey—judges in a double-blind contest gave it unanimous top ratings. The win follows earlier awards and strengthens the brewery’s local reputation for Vermont-made spirits. VermontBiz
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police arrested three juveniles — names withheld — after a group assault on Church Street near City Hall on Monday afternoon, and a person was seriously injured when a gun was displayed during the attack. NBC5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Vermont was ranked the best for healthy school lunches—scoring 81.68 out of 100—because many schools have edible gardens and over 60% of school food authorities offer free fruits and vegetables. A 2023 law provides free lunches for all students, and a proposal by Governor Phil Scott to cut the program was blocked. Burlington Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Beech leaf disease is spreading in five Vermont counties and is threatening beech trees that support local wildlife (the Jericho Research Forest marks the northernmost point of the outbreak). Researchers are testing chemical traps and treatments to slow the nematodes that cause the disease. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ The Green Mountain Club conserved a 12-acre property at Deer Camp in Johnson that protects 300 feet of the Long Trail in the state forest. The land is managed by the state and is part of a project that will help secure all 272 miles of the trail — a step to keep Vermont’s natural paths open for everyone. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Dry weather has forced farms in Vermont to buy extra feed as pastures remain too dry for grazing, which is putting financial pressure on dairy and livestock operations. Officials warn that more frequent extreme weather events will increase these costs further — a challenge for farmers who cannot set their own prices. NBC5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Vermont increased the maximum funds available through the Money Follows the Person program from $2,500 to $9,000 as of Aug. 1 to help cover one-time moving expenses for those leaving hospitals or skilled nursing facilities and enrolled in the Choices for Care Medicaid program—assistance that covers costs like home modifications and medical equipment. Vermont Public
- ➤ Dartmouth Health Neurologist Elijah Stommel said that cyanobacteria in Lake Champlain has led to recent Burlington beach closures by exposing swimmers through the skin, by drinking water, or by breathing in aerosols—research shows that long-term exposure may raise the risk of ALS and other diseases. Dartmouth researchers are now testing local waters, including the east shore of Lake Champlain, to learn more about these health risks. NBC5
- ➤ Three Vermont hospitals—Brattleboro Memorial, Central Vermont Medical Center and the University of Vermont Medical Center—received national honors for improving care for heart disease and stroke patients through the American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines program. The awards recognize their dedication to providing science-based, high-quality treatment to help ensure the best outcomes for patients. Burlington Free Press
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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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Maya Manuela Concert
7-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Experience soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics from Nashville's indie-pop artist Maya Manuela.
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Big Pond Improv Festival
7:00-8:30 PM — Vermont Comedy Club — Check event details for tickets — Enjoy a fun night filled with laughs and improv performances.
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