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Area mosquito spraying businesses in hot demand

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2 years ago

September 6, 2024

Area mosquito spraying businesses in hot demand

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – The threat of triple-e remains a concern across our region and many extermination companies are working to address a sharp rise in calls to spray for mosquitoes, the vectors of the rare but deadly disease.

With sprayers fired up and ready to go, pest control companies are making sure their gear is in tip-top shape to respond to calls for mosquitoes.

“There has been a significant change. We have some of these customers calling us back and saying, ‘Hey, let’s get back on the schedule. We want this service because we don’t want any of these viruses that are spreading from the mosquitoes,’” said Ian Gordon with Vermont Pest Control.

In the last couple of weeks, the threat of eastern equine encephalitis has expanded in parts of Vermont, including in parts of Rutland, Addison, Chittenden, Franklin, and Grand Isle Counties, and businesses like Gordon’s have seen their calls double to spray properties. “We want to make sure that we’re trimming back the vegetation around the house — the dark areas – pay attention to those, and if you have standing water or anything around your property,” Gordon said.

He says the pesticides they use are EPA-certified and stick to the vegetation and that they are not harmful to pets or people. He says they can only spray when the wind speeds are low.

The state in the past has contracted for aerial spraying of trouble spots but no decision has been made on whether to do that this season.

“There is a real risk, but it’s a small risk. I don’t want people to be over alarmed but I also want people to know how to keep themselves safe in easy ways,” said Dr. Tim Lahey, an infectious disease expert at the UVM Medical Center. He says symptoms of triple-e include fever, headache, and vomiting and that the disease can be deadly.

New Hampshire officials reported last week that an infected resident died. In Vermont, health officials say a man in his 40s from Chittenden County was the first detected case of the virus in Vermont since 2012. They recommend using insect repellent if you do need to be outside. In high-risk areas — Alburgh, Burlington, Colchester, Swanton, and Sudbury — they suggest wearing long sleeves and long pants or avoiding spending time outside at dawn and dusk.

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VT Lottery Mega Millions, Gimme 5 results for April 10, 2026

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15 minutes ago

April 11, 2026

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Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win

Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.

Just the FAQs, USA TODAY

The Vermont Lottery offers several draw games for those willing to make a bet to win big.

Those who want to play can enter the MegaBucks and Lucky for Life games as well as the national Powerball and Mega Millions games. Vermont also partners with New Hampshire and Maine for the Tri-State Lottery, which includes the Mega Bucks, Gimme 5 as well as the Pick 3 and Pick 4.

Drawings are held at regular days and times, check the end of this story to see the schedule.

Here’s a look at April 10, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Vermont Mega Millions numbers from April 10 drawing

03-18-36-42-49, Mega Ball: 06

Check Vermont Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Gimme 5 numbers from April 10 drawing

05-13-27-28-36

Check Gimme 5 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Pick 3 numbers from April 10 drawing

Day: 9-5-2

Evening: 6-6-5

Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Pick 4 numbers from April 10 drawing

Day: 8-9-4-3

Evening: 5-4-0-3

Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from April 10 drawing

13-20-26-32-54, Bonus: 01

Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

For Vermont Lottery prizes up to $499, winners can claim their prize at any authorized Vermont Lottery retailer or at the Vermont Lottery Headquarters by presenting the signed winning ticket for validation. Prizes between $500 and $5,000 can be claimed at any M&T Bank location in Vermont during the Vermont Lottery Office’s business hours, which are 8a.m.-4p.m. Monday through Friday, except state holidays.

For prizes over $5,000, claims must be made in person at the Vermont Lottery headquarters. In addition to signing your ticket, you will need to bring a government-issued photo ID, and a completed claim form.

All prize claims must be submitted within one year of the drawing date. For more information on prize claims or to download a Vermont Lottery Claim Form, visit the Vermont Lottery’s FAQ page or contact their customer service line at (802) 479-5686.

Vermont Lottery Headquarters

1311 US Route 302, Suite 100

Barre, VT

05641

When are the Vermont Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 11 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
Gimme 5: 6:55 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Lucky for Life: 10:38 p.m. daily.
Pick 3 Day: 1:10 p.m. daily.
Pick 4 Day: 1:10 p.m. daily.
Pick 3 Evening: 6:55 p.m. daily.
Pick 4 Evening: 6:55 p.m. daily.
Megabucks: 7:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. daily

What is Vermont Lottery Second Chance?

Vermont’s 2nd Chance lottery lets players enter eligible non-winning instant scratch tickets into a drawing to win cash and/or other prizes. Players must register through the state’s official Lottery website or app. The drawings are held quarterly or are part of an additional promotion, and are done at Pollard Banknote Limited in Winnipeg, MB, Canada.

This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Vermont editor. You can send feedback using this form.

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Noah Kahan backs Vermont bill targeting ticket scalpers

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12 hours ago

April 10, 2026

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Noah Kahan backs Vermont bill targeting ticket scalpers

MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) – Vermont musical sensation Noah Kahan is supporting a state bill aiming to crack down on ticket scalpers.

House Bill 51 would cap the amount that tickets could be resold for and stop tickets from being sold twice. That way, buyers don’t end up with a ticket already belonging to someone else. It demands that resellers ensure refunds in certain circumstances and proposes annual licenses for ticket resellers.

Kahan offered his support in a video statement to the Senate Economic Development Committee.

“As an artist that cares very deeply about the fan experience and accessibility of concert tickets, this bill is a critical step in eliminating predatory resale behaviors and offer Vermonters a great solution for exchanging and reselling tickets in a safe marketplace,” Kahan said.

The bill also addresses enforcement, authorizing the attorney general to monitor and penalize resellers.

It’s unclear if the bill will move forward this session.

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deRosset from Vermont to Notre Dame – Daily Nous

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1 day ago

April 10, 2026

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deRosset from Vermont to Notre Dame – Daily Nous

Louis deRosset, currently professor of philosophy at the University of Vermont, will be moving to the University of Notre Dame.

Professor deRosset works in metaphysics, philosophy of language, and philosophy of logic. He is the author of Fundamental Things: Theory and Applications of Grounding, among other writings, which you can learn more about here.

He will be taking up his new position as professor of philosophy at Notre Dame this fall.

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