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Sunday, December 8th, 2024
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Vermont State Historic Sites saw a record-breaking year in 2024 with 80,678 visitors spending a total of $512,053, marking the highest attendance and revenue since 2002. VermontBiz
- ➤ Vermont Federal Credit Union donates $15,000 to various Vermont non-profits via its Giving Tuesday campaign to support community improvement efforts. VermontBiz
- ➤ Santa and Mrs. Claus visited Dreamwalker Farm in Grand Isle County, offering a community event with holiday-themed activities including meeting farm animals, horse-drawn carriage rides, and selling Christmas trees. NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Three Vermont National Guard members were awarded the Purple Heart for their bravery and selflessness during a mission in Iraq on Christmas Day 2023, where they were wounded in a drone attack but managed to save a fellow soldier. NBC5
- ➤ House Democrats in Vermont back Rep. Jill Krowinski for a third term as Speaker amid a leadership challenge from Rep. Laura Sibilia, emphasizing party unity after losing seats in the recent election. Seven Days
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Vermont's soccer team defeated No. 2-seeded Pittsburgh 2-0 in the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals, advancing to their first College Cup with key performances from Maximilian Kissel and goalie Niklas Herceg. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Vermont women's basketball team found its rhythm at home, defeating Manhattan 74-57 with a balanced attack and a season-high 12 three-pointers. Burlington Free Press
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Comedy Night with Mekki Leeper at Vermont Comedy Club
Mekki Leeper, known for his roles in 'Jury Duty' and 'The Sex Lives of College Girls', will perform multiple stand-up shows at Vermont Comedy Club from December 12 to December 14.
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Good Clean Fun: Family-Friendly Comedy Show Featuring Mekki Leeper
Live comedy show featuring Mekki Leeper, recognized for his roles on popular TV series and Comedy Central, providing a family-friendly entertainment experience.
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Jewish Journeys Program
The Jewish Journeys event is part of a series designed for Hebrew School students, featuring educational activities at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue.
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Annual Holiday Comedy Open Mic and Gift Swap
This festive event features an open mic for standup and improv, a Yankee swap, and a toy drive, all set in a holiday-themed atmosphere.
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VT Sports Card and Collectible Show
The VT Sports Card and Collectible Show features dealers specializing in modern and vintage sports cards and collectibles from New England.
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Winter Solstice Bonfire Celebration
The Winter Solstice Celebration features a bonfire with s'mores, music, and hot cocoa, followed by performances from Jeh Kulu Dance and Drum Theater, Cirque de Fuego, and culminates in fireworks.
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Joyelle Nicole Johnson New Year's Eve Comedy Show
Celebrate the New Year with comedian Joyelle Nicole Johnson at Vermont Comedy Club, featuring special shows with desserts and a champagne toast.
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