Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
Good morning, Burlington.
🏘️ Community
Dan Stinebring and Lynn Powell sailed their Aloha 34 sailboat — covering 740 miles in three weeks along canals and lakes from Ohio to Burlington.
The retired professors encountered friendly locals on the journey and plan to stay in Burlington for several weeks before returning home.
A volunteer group meets every Thursday at 7:30 a.m. at Burlington’s Church Street Marketplace — organized by Kason Hudman, they pick up trash and used needles to keep downtown clean while Seven Days deputy publisher Cathy Resmer joined the effort.
🚧 Accidents
A Pennsylvania man was killed on Monday evening when his pickup truck left the roadway on I-89 in Milton—he was not wearing a seat belt and was ejected from the vehicle before first responders arrived.
💼 Business
The Vermont Captive Insurance Association named Ian Davis as its new president in Burlington — replacing Kevin Mead, who retired in June.
Davis brings over a decade of insurance experience from roles at M&T Bank and the Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community — and he will lead efforts to strengthen the association.
🎭 Culture
The city is replacing a wood carving in Battery Park that stood for 42 years, and Abenaki from Québec say the new piece is not real and is hurtful.
City leaders will talk about it at a council meeting on August 25th—checking the statue’s base before they decide.
🏛️ Government
Vermont Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas said on August 13 that her office does not plan to share voter data with federal officials—state law and the Constitution protect elections.
She added that she will work with Attorney General Clark and other states to guard voter privacy in upcoming court cases.
Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak said Burlington is facing a crisis with homelessness that grew after the pandemic—local programs ease some burdens but state aid is urgently needed to expand shelter and treatment capacity.
She noted that city officials have reached out to Gov. Phil Scott to seek a coordinated, statewide solution for vulnerable populations.
🏥 Health
Community Health Centers and union members ratified a new contract that raises the start rate to $21 per hour in August and improves training, safety protections, and career growth for both licensed and unlicensed staff.
The contract took effect on August 7th — adjusting wages for nurses, mental health clinicians, and medical providers to keep healthcare competitive in Burlington.
🎉 Burlington Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lettuce Concert
8-10 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages — Experience a vibrant musical journey with the genre-busting collective Lettuce.
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.
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.
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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