Sophia Thomas

Washington, D.C., United States

Multimedia Journalist at WCAX-TV (Burlington, VT)

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Scams to look out for in the new year

Jan 15, 2025 | wcax.com | Sophia Thomas

The Vermont Attorney General’s office has released its annual list of the biggest scams from last year.
Bus route cancellations cause concerns ahead of school year

Aug 21, 2024 | wcax.com | Sophia Thomas

SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Regular school bus route cancellations left many South Burlington families in a lurch last year. This year, it appears the bus driver shortage is even worse. As the South Burlington School District cautions families of more delays, they say they're still rolling out all the stops to get kids to school. South Burlington mom Marie Lallemand spent last year on constant alert for the dreaded message that her children's bus route was canceled.
Bus route cancellations cause concern ahead of the school year

Aug 20, 2024 | wcax.com | Sophia Thomas

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Regular school bus route cancellations left many South Burlington families in a lurch last year. This year, it appears the bus driver shortage is even worse. As the South Burlington School District cautions families of more delays, they say they're still rolling out all the stops to get kids to school. South Burlington mom Marie Lallemand spent last year on constant alert for the dreaded message that her children's bus route was canceled.
Teachers prepare classrooms for start of school year

Aug 19, 2024 | wcax.com | Sophia Thomas

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Behind every first day of school are school staffers working hard to create the perfect learning environment. In just a few days, kids will run through their school doors to find their classes, stuff their cubbies and meet tablemates. But before the magical first day of school are weeks of meticulous and passionate planning. Third-grade teacher Dolly Ligouri has ushered in 28 first days of school at Rick Marcotte Central School. "I love that day. It's so exciting.
Officials outline dangers of synthetic cannabis, online drug market

Aug 14, 2024 | wcax.com | Sophia Thomas

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - While Vermont's cannabis sales have become more regulated in recent years, online shopping remains a black hole where anyone can access nearly anything - often with little understanding of what they're actually buying. In the online illicit drug market, there's no ID needed - just a way to pay and an address. It's a discovery no parent wants to make: your underage child is buying drugs.
Experts weigh in on social media health advice

Aug 13, 2024 | wcax.com | Sophia Thomas

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Before they turn to a parent or a doctor, many young Vermonters will seek mental health help online. Professionals are working to ensure the learning doesn't end there. It only takes a few minutes for one of child psychiatrist Steve Schlozman's patients to mention mental health advice they saw on their phone.
who are the contested candidates?

Aug 12, 2024 | wcax.com | Sophia Thomas

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Compared to years past, there are fewer contested statewide races on the ballot this year. However, the primary still has some candidates from which to choose. For Governor, major party candidates include small business owner Esther Charlestin, climate activist Peter Duval, and incumbent governor Phil Scott. Charlestin says her priorities include education, housing reform, and climate change resiliency. Duval says protecting the environment is his top issue. Gov.
Storm expected to bring flooding, high winds to some areas

Aug 9, 2024 | wcax.com | Sophia Thomas

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Remnants of Tropical Storm Debby are moving north, threatening to bring heavy rain. The worst of the storm is now forecast to go to the west of our region but with a flood watch in effect in New York's North Country, and flood warnings in effect for central and northeastern Vermont, residents in our region aren't out of the woods yet. Vermont Gov.
Farms open their doors for Open Farm Week

Aug 8, 2024 | wcax.com | Sophia Thomas

By BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Open Farm Week gives people a chance to see where their groceries come from and lets Vermont farmers show their state how important their work is. The event runs from August 4th to the 11th. Our Sophia Thomas spoke with one farmer who took part in the festivities, about what they like most about the event.
How to prepare for potential flooding

Aug 8, 2024 | wcax.com | Sophia Thomas

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Now-tropical depression Debby is moving north, threatening to bring heavy rain with it. The worst of the storm is now forecasted to go to the west of our region but with a flood watch in effect in New York's North Country, and flood warnings in effect for central and northeastern Vermont, residents in our region aren't out of the woods yet. The uncertainty about the storm's impact can make it tricky to plan for potential flooding.

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