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Good morning, this is your Burlington Local Frequency for Monday, July 28th, 2025.Let’s jump right in with today’s big traffic news: if you’re heading across the Burlington-Winooski Bridge over the Winooski River, be prepared for a northbound lane closure from 9 am to 4 pm today and tomorrow. The Vermont Agency of Transportation is kicking off pre-construction work for the new bridge set to open in 2027, so expect crews out doing geotechnical testing. Please drive with care around the work zone and follow all posted detours. For a broader look at statewide travel, there are intermittent lane closures and traffic changes on highways across Vermont, including major work zones on Interstate 89 and paving limits in Montpelier and Waterbury. Checking traffic before you head out is a good idea, especially if you’re planning to leave town.Now, if you’re looking for ways to liven up your Monday, Burlington’s summer event scene has you covered. Tonight and throughout the week, there’s a remarkable lineup of arts and music. The TURNmusic series continues with a special session by the Rachel Ambaye Quartet, an absolute must for jazz aficionados ready to experience Vermont’s own performing with a top-notch local ensemble. If you’re feeling inspired, you can sign up for the Bird-craft for Community and Conservation workshop—help create soft-sculpture birds while learning how to make a positive difference for our feathered neighbors. Or, boost your cooking skills at Cook the Book: Dinner Workshop with Chef Ariel Voorhees, where you’ll learn to turn cookbooks into real-life deliciousness.Families will want to check out Matilda Jr., a lively theater production celebrating childhood revolution, perfect for kids and adults alike looking for a shot of imaginative fun. Over at Maple Wind Farm, Fried Chicken and Pickin brings together food and live music for a community gathering that’s as Vermont as it gets.On the sports front, huge congratulations to Vermont Green FC after their nail-biting penalty win over Dothan United last night. They’re now Eastern Conference champions and are heading into the USL League Two Final at home against Ballard FC from Seattle. The match is set for Saturday, August 2nd at Virtue Field, and tickets go on sale Wednesday at 10 am. With over 4,000 fans packing the stadium last night, expect those tickets to move fast. This is Burlington’s shot at a national title—go Green!With community efforts in focus, Casella Waste Systems marked the second anniversary of the devastating 2023 floods with a ten thousand dollar donation to Central Vermont Habitat for Humanity. That contribution, celebrated with local leaders and Governor Phil Scott, will support flood-displaced families on their journey to new homes—just another reminder of how this region comes together in times of need.That’s the pulse of Burlington this Monday—roads buzzing with summer construction, local musicians, chefs, and actors lighting up the town, and sports fans riding the excitement into the championship weekend. This has been Burlington Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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