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Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Vermont Chamber of Commerce named new board members on September 30, appointing William Cahill from Vermont Mutual Insurance Group and Dr. Elizabeth Mauch from Vermont State Colleges, and elected Sharon Rossi as Chair, Walter Frame as Vice Chair, Mike Hackett as Treasurer, and Thomas Dunn as Past Chair—while honoring Pete McDougall for over a decade of service. The Board’s broad leadership was chosen to guide efforts that strengthen Vermont’s economy. VermontBiz
- ➤ VMEC will host an anniversary dinner to mark 30 years of service on November 13 from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. at The Farmhouse at The Essex Resort & Spa in Essex Junction for manufacturers, partners, and the public; tickets cost $85 and must be purchased by November 7. VermontBiz
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of people gathered on Tuesday in Burlington for the installation of Marlene Tromp as UVM’s 28th president. Tromp, who previously led Boise State University, said she was honored to take on her new role and planned to work with state leaders to boost academic programs and economic opportunities—an effort that supports 11,000 jobs at UVM. NBC5
- ➤ Vermont students are competing in the first Food Drive State Championship to collect nonperishable food for local pantries. Market 32 and Price Chopper have partnered with the Vermont Principals' Association—dividing schools into four groups—to offer winners a $500 grocery gift card, a special banner, and an extra $1,000 gift card for the state champion school. NBC5
- ➤ The Commission for Public School Employee Health Benefits extended the current healthcare plan for public school employees last week, pledging to lower costs and improve care. Negotiations for new plans will begin in April 2027 with a new agreement set to start on January 1, 2029—promising further changes. VermontBiz
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Old, shallow wells across Vermont ran dry this summer because the drought lowered water levels—residents like Faye Longo in South Royalton faced high costs for a new well that can cost up to $20,000. Experts reported over 400 wells failed since August and warned that deeper, drilled wells are now needed as climate change makes water supplies less reliable. Vermont Public
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, changes to Vermont’s SNAP program 3SquaresVT will reduce benefits for about 2,500 households and may disqualify non-citizens—state officials say the full impact will be felt starting in February. NBC5
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Vermont’s apple season is busy — orchards in Essex Junction and South Hero draw large crowds as lighter yields and perfect picking weather may shorten the season. Growers urge visitors to join the Vermont Apple Photo Contest on Instagram with #EatVTApples to share their orchard experiences. NBC5
- ➤ Niche released its list of best places to live in Vermont and named South Burlington as the top city with Norwich, Montpelier, and Shelburne following closely. Burlington neighborhoods also ranked high with Five Sisters and South End placing in the top spots—Downtown Burlington, Old North End, and New North End also made the top 20. Burlington Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Results from the Vermont high school boys golf qualifiers on Sept. 30 show that Division I medalist Cooper Guerriere from Champlain Valley scored a 1-under 68 at Montague Golf Club—his team led with a score of 296 while the top six teams and five individuals qualified for next week's state championships. In Division II at Champlain Country Club, Josh Gaskin posted a 70 for medalist honors as teams and top individuals from Harwood, Lyndon and other schools earned bids to compete. Burlington Free Press
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7th Burlington Hardware Meetup
5-8 p.m. — Hula — Free entry — Network over drinks and delicious food while sharing your hardware innovations and insights.
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Fitter Happier: A Radiohead Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages event — Experience a night of Radiohead's music performed by Jeff Beam and his friends from Portland, Maine.
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Ali McGuirk Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Experience soulful performances as Ali McGuirk takes the stage with her lyrical preaching.
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VermontBiz 2 Biz Expo
7 a.m. - 3 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Cost info not specified — Connect with Vermont businesses and celebrate innovation at the VermontBiz 2 Biz Expo.
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Geese Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets from $134 — Experience an unforgettable night with live music at Higher Ground Ballroom featuring Geese.
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Violent Femmes Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Flynn — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the energetic sounds of Violent Femmes live in Burlington.
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Willis Concert with Hotel Fiction
6-7 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets from $55 — Catch Willis live in concert alongside Hotel Fiction for an evening of great music.
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Adam Cayton-Holland Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the witty humor of nationally touring comic Adam Cayton-Holland as he brings laughter to Burlington.
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Paula Poundstone Stand-Up Comedy
7:30-9 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket prices vary — Experience legendary comedian Paula Poundstone's sharp humor and crowd interactions.
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Pokey LaFarge Live Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticket info available — Enjoy a melodic journey with Pokey LaFarge in a vibrant local setting.
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