Good morning, Burlington.

Lieutenant Dan Band performed for nearly 1,600 Vermont National Guard members and families at Camp Johnson Friday night — led by Gary Sinise on his first stop in Vermont as part of his foundation’s mission to support service members and first responders.

The Burlington Fire Department will host a fire safety event on Oct.

3 at the Farmers Market to preview Fire Prevention Week from Oct. 4 through 10—focusing on proper charging practices to reduce battery fire risks and sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association.

Pick-your-own apple orchards in Essex Junction rely on sunny weather for eight busy days from late September to mid-October.

Orchard owners say forecasted rain can almost halve business, testing seasonal profits as they shift from wholesale sales to an agritourism model & community gathering.

UVM received a $19M grant to build a national neuroscience observatory that will use advanced imaging, AI + computing networks to study brain connections; neuroscientist Davi Bock will lead pilot projects aimed at improving treatment for brain disorders.

Fall colors brighten Vermont from the mountains to the Champlain Valley as experts note trees remain healthy even though rain may drop a few leaves.

A local Vista Lift operates Wednesday through Sunday and Bolton Valley kicks off Oktoberfest Weekend today for visitors to enjoy autumn views.

Shelburne officials are upgrading the wastewater plant, which closed Bay Road and rerouted traffic on Harbor Road, causing delays during rush hour.

Crews will finish this season’s work before winter to reduce lake pollution from phosphorus and nitrogen.

Secretary Clark reported Vermont's state revenue for August reached $248.7 million, beating targets by $4.4 million with strong Personal Income Tax results.

The General & Transportation Funds outperformed, while the Education Fund fell slightly short, and officials will keep tracking performance for fiscal year 2027.

A new online poll from the University of New Hampshire Survey Center shows that Amanda Janoo and Gov. Phil Scott are in a statistical tie, with 49 percent for Janoo and 43 percent for Scott (survey of 835 likely voters); Janoo announced Town Hall stops in several towns.

Burr and Burton lost momentum when an opponent scored on the first drive on Friday (Sept.

25) but the team bounced back to win 55-14, while Essex recorded its second straight win with a 27-20 victory against Rutland. The results underscore a competitive week in high school football.

Vermont high school football Week 4 games took place on Friday, Sept.

25 and continue today with Saturday matches at 1 p.m. Coaches are asked to quickly report scores + updates will come throughout the weekend.