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Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross supported veterans and active-duty service members by logging over 650 volunteer hours and coordinating with local groups like Military Kids Vermont—providing emergency communications, financial aid, and community resources to military families before today. The SAF program continues to offer vital care and support throughout Vermont, honoring the service and sacrifice of those in the military. VermontBiz
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hunter Eggleston, a Navy veteran and junior at UVM double-majoring in electrical engineering and Chinese, uses his military background to help fellow student veterans adjust to civilian life as president of UVM’s Student Veterans of America chapter—he and his wife moved to Vermont for a new adventure and plan to stay to support others with resources like scholarships and advising. NBC5
- ➤ On Veterans Day, Vermont State University thanked veterans for their service while recognizing U.S. Army veteran Mark Moyer ’96 for his role in linking veterans across its five campuses + generous donors established scholarship funds to support veterans and their families. VermontBiz
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A potent storm brought early winter snowfall to northern New York and Vermont on Monday and disrupted evening commutes — snowfall reports as of Tuesday 6:30 a.m. showed totals reaching up to 8.8 inches in some areas. In Burlington, local roads received moderate snow and travel remained challenging. NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Chittenden County face road closures, lane reductions and detours from construction in Burlington, Colchester, Winooski, South Burlington, Williston and Essex Junction. In Burlington, work on Champlain Parkway and Main Street runs from early morning until evening with projects set to finish by summer 2026—other projects in nearby towns will wrap up by November or summer 2027. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ On Veterans Day, Governor Phil Scott issued a statement recalling his grandfather Clem Beckley’s service in World War I and thanking veterans for their sacrifice. He noted that Clem enlisted at Fort Ethan Allen and served in France, highlighting the ongoing commitment of American servicemen and women. VermontBiz
- ➤ On Veterans Day, the Vermont Department of Labor closed its offices to honor veterans and used its Veteran Services Program to offer job training, resume support and one-on-one career guidance—commissioner Kendal Smith said veterans bring valuable skills to the workforce. VermontBiz
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University of Vermont Health welcomed 33 new health care providers from diverse specialties to strengthen local access to primary and specialty care — some services may require referrals that could affect wait times — as part of its ongoing commitment to community health. VermontBiz
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Comedy Night with Casey Balsham
7-8:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughs with Casey Balsham, reminiscent of Sarah Silverman and Beth Stelling.
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The Arcadian Wild Concert
7-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages — Experience the enchanting indie folk sounds of Nashville's The Arcadian Wild.
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Beach Fossils Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages — Experience the soothing sounds of one of NYC's definitive underground bands from the 2010s.
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Vermont Craft Brewers Conference
Nov 17-18 — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Check online for ticket details — A gathering for craft beverage enthusiasts to connect and learn.
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The New Mastersounds Live
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience the infectious funk and soul-jazz of The New Mastersounds with a stellar lineup.
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Disco Biscuits Performance
7-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Two day pass available — Experience an electrifying evening of live music with The Disco Biscuits.
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Bakuretsu Con 2025
Friday-Sunday — Hampton Inn Colchester — $65+ — Explore the vibrant world of anime and gaming while connecting with fellow fans in a welcoming atmosphere.
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Chris Gethard Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience humor and storytelling with comedian Chris Gethard, known for his unique blend of candid charm and wit.
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Poranguí Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Higher Ground — All ages — Experience transformative musical rhythms woven from ancestral songs and indigenous beats around the world.
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Jake Minch Concert
6-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — VIP Add-On available — Experience heartfelt songs from a storyteller with a novelist's eye for detail.
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