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Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Church Street, the group Vermonters Against Genocide and Apartheid read the names of every child under two killed in Gaza as bells rang during the event — the reading took five to six hours. The activists urged local companies to stop investing in Israel, saying small actions can help end long-term injustices. NBC5
- ➤ Skirack has started its annual Winter Swap with an intake period that began Wednesday—this event lets Burlington skiers and riders trade old gear or find deals before winter sports begin. The long-standing swap has offered a way to save gear from landfills for over 30 years and runs all day Saturday with remaining items picked up on Sunday. NBC5
- ➤ Vermont communities gathered today at Burlington’s Innovation Center for White Cane Safety Awareness Day, where participants walked and used simulation goggles to learn about the challenges of limited vision. Heather Berg from Colchester said the event fights isolation — raising community awareness for people who are blind. NBC5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Champlain College announced its first co-op partner Creatio (a Boston-based global vendor that uses no-code and artificial intelligence) to give students paid, full-time work earning academic credit in fields like marketing, sales and software. The partnership supports Champlain’s new Experience Included model that allows students to complete co-ops and still graduate in four years. VermontBiz
- ➤ The J. Warren and Lois McClure Foundation and Community College of Vermont today extended the Free Degree Promise to let current 10th and 11th graders earn a free associate degree one year after high school graduation (covering classes of 2027 and 2028), building on a program that has helped hundreds of students since 2022 (boosting fast-tracked, debt-free degrees). VermontBiz
- ➤ Vermont’s special education system faces rising costs and uneven support despite a 2018 law that set sound guidelines. State officials plan to add teacher training and more monitoring to improve funding and services—hoping to help students with complex needs as larger education reforms continue. Seven Days
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Treasurer’s Office will host in-person sessions on Oct 20, Oct 21, and Oct 22 in South Burlington, Montpelier, St. Johnsbury, and Rutland to help retired teachers switch from Vermont Blue Advantage to HealthSpring Medicare Advantage coverage that will start automatically on January 1. Retirees can ask questions during these sessions to learn how the change will keep their benefits while easing rising health care costs. VermontBiz
- ➤ Building Burlington’s Future partnered with the Abundance Network to make Burlington the first East Coast affiliate chapter; the groups will launch free civic engagement and leadership trainings in the coming months—focusing on affordable housing, mental health services, and local infrastructure. VermontBiz
- ➤ VTDigger has partnered with NOTUS to expand federal accountability reporting and will share original coverage on its website and newsletters starting this month. The partnership is partly funded by the Vermont Community Foundation’s Press Forward Vermont initiative + a gift from Barbara DeFelice to help keep Vermonters informed about key federal decisions. VTDigger
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Vermont Comforts of Home pays caregivers a tax-free stipend ranging from $29,000 to over $70,000 per year to help older adults get nursing home-level care at home in Burlington—this program is popular in the Bhutanese-Nepali community and supports families by offering training and regular assistance. Seven Days
- ➤ Steve Leffler took over as head of UVM Health (a lifelong Vermonter) and will work to give local hospitals more say and better care. He replaced Sunny Eappen, who stepped down amid tighter budget rules, and Leffler plans to boost patient safety, access, and affordability through more local decision-making. VTDigger
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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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Patty Griffin and Rickie Lee Jones Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket details pending — Experience the soulful sounds of Grammy winners Patty Griffin and Rickie Lee Jones live in Burlington.
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Deb Talan Performance
7:30-9:30 a.m. — Higher Ground — All ages — Experience Deb Talan's heartfelt journey through music exploring love and longing.
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Stef Dag Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs with Brooklyn comedian Stef Dag, known for her viral dating show.
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The Warped Tour Band Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience live performances of your favorite Emo and pop-punk hits from iconic bands.
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Vermont Symphony Orchestra - Pastorale Symphony
7:30-9 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket prices vary — Experience nature's influence through music with compositions inspired by the natural world.
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GA-20 with Black Joe Lewis
7:30-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience a nostalgic blend of Blues, Country, and Rock with GA-20's dynamic performance.
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Infinity Song Concert
7-9 PM — Higher Ground — All ages welcome — Experience the harmonious sounds of Soft Rock siblings from NYC.
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Buffering the Vampire Slayer Live
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticketed event — Enjoy a seated show with the hosts of the popular podcast as they explore Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
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