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Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At collective gardens in Burlington, local gardeners work together to plant, harvest, and share produce—donating extras to food pantries and building strong community ties. The garden groups follow common rules on planting and work hours to help everyone, including local immigrant families, access fresh and culturally meaningful foods. Vermont Public
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local business partners Lenny’s Shoe and Apparel, Darn Tough Vermont, and Smartwool teamed up to donate over $19,000 in socks and cash to local agencies supporting low-income families during their 15th annual charity sock sale from August 28–30—benefiting groups like Cathedral Square, Capstone Community Action, the Samaritan House, and JCEO. VermontBiz
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Burlington School District is raising bus driver wages from nearly $18 to $30 an hour and offering paid training to help people get their commercial driver license. The district plans to add at least four drivers to keep local routes running smoothly — a move agreed upon after union negotiations. NBC5
- ➤ At UVM, Professor Yolanda Flores calls on the community to learn more about Hispanic American history as National Hispanic Heritage Month runs from Sept.15 to Oct.15—this time also marks the independence days of several Latin American countries and highlights lessons from past civil rights movements. NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Vermont Department of Fish — Wildlife reminded hunters that the November rifle season in 2025 allows bucks only while new rules in 2026 will let hunters harvest antlerless deer. Officials clarified that current regulations remain unchanged and printed rule books can be found where licenses are sold. NBC5
- ➤ U.S. Senator Peter Welch joined Representatives Marilyn Strickland and Alma Adams to reintroduce the Capital for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act—legislation that would direct the Farm Service Agency to launch a multi-year loan pilot program for new farmers. The bill seeks to ease high start-up costs and is backed by several farming groups. VermontBiz
- ➤ Governor Scott has declared September Vermont Loves Shelter Animals Month—aiming to maintain Vermont’s no-kill record—by urging residents to adopt, foster, and support local lifesaving programs. VermontBiz
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of Vermont Health Network is expanding its paramedic training program—bringing hands-on lab sessions and a 100% placement rate—to improve emergency care in rural areas. The Burlington-based classroom led by Sarah Lamb enrolled 28 students and earned final accreditation in May. VermontBiz
- ➤ Vermont regulators approved budgets for 14 hospitals for the fiscal year beginning October 1—UVM Medical Center saw its allowed revenue from commercial insurers cut by about $88.5 million to help control rising costs; smaller cuts were made at Central Vermont Medical Center and Porter Hospital. VTDigger
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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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Matt Heckler Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets from $75 — Experience an unforgettable night with Matt Heckler in South Burlington.
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Lucero Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets required — Celebrate 20 years of 'Nobody's Darlings' with Lucero performing the album in full plus more hits.
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Logan Guntzelman Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets available — Experience an evening of laughs with Los Angeles-based comedian Logan Guntzelman.
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Panchiko Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience the ethereal rock sounds of Panchiko as they transition into their rockstar lives.
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Neighbor Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — $55 — Catch a last-minute chance to enjoy an electrifying live performance by Neighbor.
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Kevin James Live Comedy Show
5:00-6:30 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious observations and physical comedy of Kevin James, known from The King of Queens.
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Mipso Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience the captivating harmonies of North Carolina's Mipso in an intimate setting.
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