Kevin Gaiss
MMJ/Reporter
Burlington
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Kevin is New England born and raised growing up in Connecticut and finding a love for broadcast journalism in high school before graduating from Springfield College in Springfield Massachusetts. His degree is in Sports Journalism though news always piqued his interest. This is his first job though he served in newsrooms in New Haven, CT, Boston, MA and even did a stint with CBS This Morning in New York City.
WCAX is Kevin's first job starting in June of 2020. He is reporting in the morning role and loves everything about the morning team and what Channel 3 This Morning has to offer.
When not waking up at the crack of dawn, Kevin enjoys running, biking, hiking and working out along with the occasional camping trip when he gets the chance.
Education
Updated: Jun. 24, 2022 at 9:34 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
A classic mix-up left one woman on the other side of the Atlantic, virtually that is.
Updated: Jun. 23, 2022 at 9:07 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Defoliation from the spongy moth caterpillar -- formerly known as the gypsy moth -- can be seen across our region. But state forestry officials say the damage should be less than in previous years because the state is not in drought conditions.
Updated: Jun. 21, 2022 at 8:42 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
The Burlington Firefighters Association is calling for action to keep the city’s first responders safe.
Updated: Jun. 20, 2022 at 8:43 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Vermont’s Climate Council is looking to attract more young people to serve in various roles.
Updated: Jun. 20, 2022 at 8:00 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Burlington city leaders are figuring out what’s next after multiple scary incidents involving firefighters.
Updated: Jun. 17, 2022 at 10:05 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Bird-watchers are being encouraged to spy on bees instead.
Updated: Jun. 16, 2022 at 9:47 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
The price of feed, fuel, and fertilizer -- the primary costs of most farm operations -- have skyrocketed this spring. And while many farmers have been swallowing the increases, that can’t last forever.
Updated: Jun. 15, 2022 at 9:03 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
The school year for many students and teachers comes to a close this week. The ongoing pandemic made it challenging for many teachers, but some say it was also a rewarding year.
Updated: Jun. 14, 2022 at 9:07 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Vermont maple syrup is widely known as a big part of the state’s history, and soon, sugar-makers can be certified as the best of the best.
Updated: Jun. 13, 2022 at 6:55 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
The Essex community says goodbye to a special resident. 12-year-old Addison Carroll has died
Updated: Jun. 11, 2022 at 11:56 PM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
As schools wrap up the year, there have been significant investments in teaming up food schools with early childhood education centers. In the five sisters neighborhood in Burlington, the “Farm to School” grant money is paying off for younger kids.
Updated: Jun. 10, 2022 at 6:42 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
L.L. Bean will open its new store in Williston on Friday, and we got you a sneak peek inside.
Updated: Jun. 9, 2022 at 8:17 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
A Colchester biotech company is expanding thanks to $21 million in private funding and investments.
Updated: Jun. 8, 2022 at 8:48 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Needle boxes are up in the town of Richmond to keep the streets clean and people safe.
Updated: Jun. 8, 2022 at 6:49 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Interns are playing a big role amid labor shortages in Vermont.
Updated: Jun. 6, 2022 at 8:54 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Through the Adopt-A-Drain program, you can officially make one local storm drain yours.
Updated: Jun. 3, 2022 at 8:22 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Both lanes from Exit 10 in Waterbury to Exit 11 in Richmond going north will be closed starting at 10 p.m. and going through 6 a.m. Saturday.
Updated: Jun. 3, 2022 at 7:31 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Vermont State Entomologist Judy Rosovsky says the reminder comes because of the risk of egg masses being transported into the state on nursery stock this time of year.
Updated: Jun. 2, 2022 at 8:21 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
June is when many are thinking more about their air conditioners than boilers, but with record heating fuel costs, there’s concern about the price to stay warm this coming winter.
Updated: Jun. 1, 2022 at 8:14 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Taylor Mendell is this year’s Emerging Ag Leader Award Winner.
Updated: May. 31, 2022 at 8:06 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Spongy moths, formally known as gypsy moths, are feasting on foliage across our region.
Updated: May. 30, 2022 at 8:49 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Memorial Day weekend is the kick off to summer and that means Vermont’s state parks are back open.
Updated: May. 29, 2022 at 9:30 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
600 acres are getting tacked on to the Green Mountain National Forest
Updated: May. 27, 2022 at 8:30 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
The Vermont Lake Monsters open up their season at Centennial Field Friday night and adults will have the chance to try something new.
Updated: May. 26, 2022 at 7:37 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Police will be on campus Thursday at Champlain Valley Union High School after a reported threat by a student.
Updated: May. 25, 2022 at 8:42 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Figuring out what to do with food waste is a big topic the EPA is looking to tackle, and Vermont researchers are playing a role.
Updated: May. 24, 2022 at 8:21 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
The housing market in Vermont is so tight, people aren’t even paying inspectors to walk through before putting in an offer.
Updated: May. 23, 2022 at 8:42 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
The Agency of Agriculture is currently working through their surveying of 48 sites here in Vermont, trying to get a sample of the number of ticks.
Updated: May. 19, 2022 at 8:23 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
True Crime has played out in the Queen City over the years, and now you can walk a tour to learn more.
Updated: May. 18, 2022 at 8:22 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Farmers across our region are being encouraged to share their work on social media Wednesday.
Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 8:57 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
A major upgrade is coming to the outdated wastewater treatment facility in Vergennes.
Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 8:42 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
The spongy moth, formerly known as the gypsy moth, has returned for the season and is looking for food in the trees.
Updated: May. 15, 2022 at 10:02 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
The Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunities community resource center has a new home for the time being.
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 8:36 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Local students have a chance to learn more about where their food comes from by adopting a cow.
Updated: May. 12, 2022 at 8:17 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Voters approved a new $1.3 million building to give fire crews a bit more space.
Updated: May. 11, 2022 at 8:43 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Food advocates say the federal money they’re already getting isn’t enough, so now they’re calling on U.S. lawmakers to give them more.
Updated: May. 10, 2022 at 8:38 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Along with the daily duties of farm life, Vermonters are trying to get tourists to stop by, another way to help farmers make some money.
Updated: May. 4, 2022 at 8:25 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Just two weeks ago, another driver died after a crash on Route 22A. Now, work is coming this summer after the community continues to ask for improvements.
Updated: May. 3, 2022 at 8:53 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
The cleanup of Lake Champlain is entering phase two of the process, which means individual sections of the lake are being targeted.
Updated: May. 2, 2022 at 8:17 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
It’s the law here in Vermont, but many people still need a push to keep food scraps and compostables out of the trash.
Updated: Apr. 29, 2022 at 8:45 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
High school students from across the state are planning to make a big statement on climate change Friday morning at the Vermont Statehouse.
Updated: Apr. 28, 2022 at 8:33 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Organic dairy was first pitched as a way to make Vermont dairy farmers more competitive by adding value to their product. Many transitioned and found success, but the national landscape has changed and has left some farms financially strapped.
Updated: Apr. 26, 2022 at 8:07 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Vermonters looking for jobs are putting the final touches on their resumes as the state prepares for its largest job fair Tuesday.
Updated: Apr. 25, 2022 at 8:34 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
This time of year, many apartment leases are switching over, but finding an apartment is tough for many renters.
Updated: Apr. 22, 2022 at 8:21 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Earthship homes are built using mainly recycled or sustainable materials like used tires filled with dirt, recycled bottles, etc.
Updated: Apr. 20, 2022 at 8:54 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Work to decommission the Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant continues seven years after it shut down, and that includes ongoing discussions about how to permanently dispose of contaminated waste at the Vernon site.
Updated: Apr. 19, 2022 at 8:55 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Heavy, wet snow Tuesday caused power outages and dangerous driving.
Updated: Apr. 18, 2022 at 8:30 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
Transitions from one owner to another are happening all over farms in Vermont, but it comes with complications.
Updated: Apr. 17, 2022 at 8:14 PM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
That transition from one owner to another or from one generation to another can be tricky, but there are resources to help.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2022 at 8:23 AM EDT
|By Kevin Gaiss
It’s a sweet end to the maple season, with sugarmakers reporting good numbers, but there’s still a lot of work to be done.