Alexis Crandall

Reporter and Weekend Anchor at WPTZ-TV (South Burlington, VT)

MMJ/ Weekend Anchor @WICZTV | @EmersonCollege alum

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'We are better people from having known her': Chazy community holds vigil for Kennedy Columbus

2 days ago | mynbc5.com | Alexis Crandall

The small northern New York community of Chazy came together Wednesday night to remember Kennedy Columbus. She was tragically killed last Friday when a tree fell on her car. The Chazy softball field was filled with flowers, softballs and mementos brought there by family, friends and classmates. Columbus was set to graduate this week. On the field where she shone, hundreds remembered Columbus as a hardworking, passionate person.
Forecasted extreme heat shifts Beekmantown schools to half-days

5 days ago | mynbc5.com | Alexis Crandall

The forecasted extreme heat is forcing the Beekmantown Central School District to shift to a half-day schedule on Monday and Tuesday. According to an alert sent to families, middle and high school students will be dismissed at 10:30 a.m. Elementary students will get out at 11:30 a.m.The alert says the decision was made with the safety and well-being of students and staff in mind.
Vermont State Police investigate Berkshire shooting

5 days ago | mynbc5.com | Alexis Crandall

Vermont State Police are investigating a shooting in the town of Berkshire in Franklin County. According to police, they received a report of a shooting at home on Vermont Route 118 just after 5 p.m. Sunday. The number of people shot and the extent of any injuries are under investigation. No one is in custody. Anyone with information is asked to call the Saint Albans barracks at (802) 524-5993. You can also anonymously submit a tip here. NBC5 will provide updates as they become available.
Winooski businesses frustrated as construction enters second summer

1 week ago | mynbc5.com | Alexis Crandall

It's officially summer, and for many businesses, that means the start of one of their busiest times of year. However, Winooski businesses are frustrated by ongoing construction. "It's put us off about 20 to 22 percent," said the owner of Junior's, Glenn Patterson. A torn-up road and construction equipment are right outside the front door of the restaurant. Patterson said he hasn't had to make cuts yet. "I may have to cut hours. We'll see," said Patterson. "On the weekdays, there's a significant impact.
Crews respond to gas leak after tree falls on home in St. Albans, Vermont

1 week ago | mynbc5.com | Alexis Crandall

Editorial Standards ⓘ A local propane company responded to a gas leak in St. Albans Town on Thursday after a tree fell on a home and hit a gas tank.Franklin County Dispatch told NBC5 that a tree came down and fell onto the roof of a house. Suburban Propane told us that the tree cut the line between two propane tanks.
'A lifesaver': Volunteer group helps keep people with their pets

2 weeks ago | mynbc5.com | Alexis Crandall

FOR MANY OLDER ADULTS, IT CAN BE CHALLENGING TO BALANCE THEIR HEALTH WITH THE WELLBEING OF THEIR PETS BUT ONE VOLUNTEER GROUP IS HOPING TO CHANGE THAT BLAKE RANDELL STARTED AGING IN PLACE WITH PETS AS HIS CAPSTONE PROJECT IN COLLEGE. NOW HE HELPS AROUND 50 PEOPLE IN THE GREATER BURLINGTON AREA TAKE CARE OF THEIR PETS. INCLUDING TAKING THEM TO VET APPOINTMENTS, PICKING UP FOOD AND TRIMMING THEIR NAILS.
New Burlington high school project bounced back from early set back

2 weeks ago | mynbc5.com | Alexis Crandall

While students were crossing the stage at the University of Vermont on Thursday, crews were busy at the site of the district's new high school. Work has been ongoing since 2023 on Institute Road after extensive PCB contamination was found in the school during planning for renovations. Crews are working inside and outside the new building, getting it ready as soon as possible for students and staff. "There's just a ton of work happening all over the site," said Superintendent Tom Flanagan.
VT RNC committeeman says Facebook posts taken "out of context"

2 weeks ago | mynbc5.com | Alexis Crandall

ARRESTS HAS BEEN MOUNTING ALL WEEK. AS THOSE PROTESTS CONTINUE, A VERMONTER WHO REPRESENTS THE STATE GOP AT THE NATIONAL LEVEL AND TO THE REPUBLICAN NATIONAL COMMITTEE, IS NOW UNDER SOME SCRUTINY FOR POSTS HE MADE ON SOCIAL MEDIA. ONE OF THEM APPEARS TO CALL FOR PROTESTERS TO BE SHOT WITH LIVE AMMUNITION. NBC5’S ALEXIS CRANDALL JOINS US LIVE IN THE NEWSROOM WITH MORE ON THIS. ALEXIS. JAKE AND LAUREN, JOSHUA DOVER CONFIRMED TO US TODAY THAT THE POSTS ARE REAL, BUT HE SAYS THEY LACK CONTEXT. BACK OVER.
'Let the games begin!': Special Olympics Vermont kicks off summer games

3 weeks ago | mynbc5.com | Alexis Crandall

Special Olympics Vermont's summer games opening ceremony marked the start of the annual games. "We spend a lot of time, getting ready for these games," said Kelsey Conway, the vice president of mission advancement for the organization. "The minute we finish our summer games from the previous year, we're already trying to get the next summer games on the calendar."These games have been happening since Special Olympics Vermont was founded in 1971.
New travel ban creates chaos and confusion for VT groups

3 weeks ago | mynbc5.com | Alexis Crandall

The reinstated travel ban is creating confusion and chaos in Vermont. Many people are wondering where to go from here. "Today has been a hard day for immigrants, particularly for some refugees and others who more recently arrived in the last few years," said the director of the Vermont Refugee Office, Tracy Dolan. President Donald Trump's proclamation bans citizens of 12 countries from entering the United States. Seven more are partially restricted.

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