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Burlington
Friday, September 5th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Alfred 'Wish Kid' Wisher pleaded guilty to the 2019 murder of 28-year-old Khyann Jones in Burlington and was sentenced to 20 years in prison on Thursday after his plea withdrawal was denied—he shot Jones in the head after an argument over a cheating accusation and was captured following a four-month manhunt in Georgia while already serving a 50-year federal sentence. NBC5
- ➤ Shelburne police sergeant Kyle Kapitanski, who struck cyclist Sean Hayes near Shelburne Road during a rainstorm in November 2024, pleaded guilty to negligent operation of a vehicle with death resulting—receiving two years probation and a mandatory restorative justice process—while Hayes' family pursues a civil negligence lawsuit. Seven Days
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gasoline prices in Burlington increased today to $3.14 per gallon, up 1.6 cents from last week and still 26.6 cents lower than a year ago—while the statewide average rose 6 cents to $3.16 per gallon with rates varying from $2.85 to $3.28 per gallon. VermontBiz
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Champlain Valley school leaders previewed a $13 million bond proposal to repair school facilities such as replacing the gym floor at Williston Central School and the roof at Champlain Valley Union High School—if the measure passes at Town Meeting Day, officials will share more details on budgets and LED light upgrades. VTDigger
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Shelburne Farms permanently protected 66 acres at Windmill Hill on August 14 for farming and education — the move, supported by a $950,000 grant from the Vermont Housing and Conservation Board and additional local donations, preserves productive soils, scenic views, and a trail network for public use. VermontBiz
- ➤ Livestock farmers in Vermont have been struggling as a summer drought dried fields, forcing them to buy extra feed and haul water for their cows—some spending tens of thousands more to keep their dairy operations running. The prolonged dry spell has reduced hay cuts and placed extra pressure on a dairy market with tight margins. VTDigger
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation is asking forest landowners, consulting foresters, and community members to review and provide feedback on updated management standards for over 2 million acres enrolled in the Use Value Appraisal program through October 17 — the revisions aim to simplify planning and boost forest health. VermontBiz
- ➤ Burlington Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak signed a new contract with the local police union yesterday morning—boosting pay, adding time off, and limiting overtime while easing the path for lateral hires. City leaders hope the deal will attract more certified officers to fill the department's vacancies. NBC5
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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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Blood Drive
9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington — Free entry — Make a difference by donating blood today at a local venue.
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Northeast Street Rod Nationals
12-6 p.m. — Champlain Valley Exposition — $20 adults, $6 children 6-12 — Celebrate the love for street rods with commercial exhibits, arts & crafts, and a fun-filled family atmosphere.
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Big Pond Improv Festival
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Check for ticket prices — Experience a night of laughs with top-notch improv performances.
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Hardware Hacknight with PostHog
5-8 p.m. — VCET - Vermont Center for Emerging Technologies — Food and beverages provided — Dive into hands-on hardware building with DeskHog, an open-source developer toy.
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Vermont Dental Conference 2025
Thu, Sep 18th — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Visit Booth #30 — Explore, evolve, and excel in dental practices at this specialized conference.
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It's A 2000's Party
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Higher Ground — $20 admission — Flash back to the 90's and 2000's while skating to your favorite tunes with DJ Junior Jay.
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Burlington VegFest
12-5 p.m. — Hula — Free entry — Celebrate a fun, fully vegan festival with local vendors and community spirit in beautiful Burlington, Vermont.
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