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.
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Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 5:56 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
As it gets colder, you might be tempted to crank the heat up. But experts say that's not the best approach because it can come with problems of its own. Our Kevin Gaiss found out why.
Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 6:12 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
This week’s deep freeze has a lot of Vermonters making sure their heating fuels are topped off and furnaces ready to kick on. And for some fuel dealers and customers, it’s also renewed interest in a legislative proposal aimed at phasing out one of the state’s biggest contributors to climate-heating emissions.
Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 5:42 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Vermont lawmakers are wrestling with the need for housing while protecting the environment. A bill introduced in the House looks to cut down the middle of both issues. Our Kevin Gaiss breaks it down.
Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 at 3:14 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Despite the cold weather, cannabis growers are planning for the coming growing season, and state officials expect a ramping up of crop yields.
Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 at 1:15 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
A fire early Tuesday morning in Winooski damaged three buildings and injured one person.
Updated: Jan. 30, 2023 at 6:05 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Proposed Act 250 land use reforms could help farms remain viable by allowing them to diversify their business models, according to a report to the Vermont Legislature.
Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 5:55 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
As Vermont's only landfill gets closer to filling up, a new report says efforts to cut 50% of waste from the state's waste stream are moving slowly. Our Kevin Gaiss breaks it down.
Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 6:07 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
While Burlington's McNeil Generating Station continues to pump out electricity for the city, Green Mountain Power and other utilities, the fate of biomass hangs in the balance. Our Kevin Gaiss reports.
Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 12:28 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Vermont legislative leaders and the governor are headed for another showdown over clean heat legislation aimed at reducing the state’s contribution to climate warming emissions.
Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 6:17 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Are Vermont sheriffs in for more oversight? Lawmakers are considering it. Our Kevin Gaiss breaks down the proposal for you and shares what the sheriffs have to say.
Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 at 5:37 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
A new report by the Vermont Climate Council finds the state is not on track to meet its first emission reduction goals by 2025 and that lawmakers need to step up in order to meet the carbon reduction target of 26% below 2005 levels. But some lawmakers and administration officials are throwing up red flags.
Updated: Jan. 22, 2023 at 7:21 AM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
A snow study at the University of Vermont is tracking the amount and type of snow Vermont sees in order to better understand snow’s relationship to the state.
Updated: Jan. 20, 2023 at 4:50 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
UVM researchers are studying snow and its relationship to the state. And with the snow Friday and next week, they'll have plenty of powder to research. Our Kevin Gaiss breaks down their snow goals.
Updated: Jan. 18, 2023 at 5:22 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Vermont agriculture officials say they have a plan to help dairy farmers boost their bottom line. The state wants to use federal dollars to increase dairy processing capacity, and in doing so, expand local markets.
Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 4:55 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
A bill introduced at the Vermont Statehouse seeks to ban the sale and distribution of compostable products that contain PFAS, the forever chemicals that are ubiquitous in many household consumer products.
Updated: Jan. 13, 2023 at 5:01 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
It’s not just your imagination. Vermont winters are getting warmer, according to the National Weather Service. And this year, there’s a lack of snow too.
Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 5:30 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Farmers proficient at reducing phosphorus can now receive funding for their green practices through the Vermont Pay for Performance Program.
Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 3:44 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Green Mountain Power is rolling out two solar programs for low-income Vermonters this year.
Updated: Jan. 8, 2023 at 7:07 AM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
With the new legislative session officially kicked off, it’s time to take a fresh look at agricultural priorities at the state level.
Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 4:26 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
With the new year comes the renewal of the federal Farm Bill, a critical piece of legislation that funds a number of agricultural and food programs in our region.
Updated: Jan. 5, 2023 at 5:56 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Twenty-five years ago, a major storm system moved into our region wreaking havoc on the Champlain Valley, Saint Lawrence Valley, and southern Quebec by leaving the area coated in ice.
Updated: Jan. 4, 2023 at 6:56 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Kevin Gaiss spoke with Troy Stratton, a physical therapist, at Gifford Medical Center about avoiding injury on the ice and when shoveling.
Updated: Jan. 4, 2023 at 4:55 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Twenty-five years ago, northern New England was bracing for a major winter storm event-- the ice storm of January 1998.
Updated: Jan. 3, 2023 at 4:29 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Over $20 million is headed to Montpelier for environmental upgrades to the city’s wastewater management facility.
Updated: Jan. 2, 2023 at 6:40 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Maple season is typically months away. But what happens when Vermont sees a warmup and maple season starts early? Our Kevin Gaiss asked sugar-makers.
Updated: Jan. 2, 2023 at 4:20 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Vermont officials continue to sound the alarm on avian influenza, saying this strain is not following typical patterns. Our Kevin Gaiss found out how one farmer is working to protect his flock.
Updated: Dec. 31, 2022 at 11:10 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
A cold Christmas ushered in a warm start to the new year, and that back and forth has confused some of the maple trees in our region.
Updated: Dec. 31, 2022 at 4:52 AM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Earlier this week we told you about the clinical simulation lab at the University of Vermont giving future medical professionals hands-on experience in a controlled setting. Among the groups benefitting include future nurses.
Updated: Dec. 29, 2022 at 5:58 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Experts say Vermont's winters have warmed, a concerning trend for one of the state's keystone industries-- skiing. Our Kevin Gaiss found out how resorts are weathering the warming climate.
Updated: Dec. 28, 2022 at 7:42 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Vermont and New Hampshire emerged as almost opposites when it comes to climate action, according to a new UNH study. Our Kevin Gaiss looks at the different approaches the states are taking.
Updated: Dec. 27, 2022 at 7:43 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
The best health care comes from the best training, and for UVM medical students, it all starts in their high-tech Clinical Simulation Laboratory. Our Kevin Gaiss takes you inside.
Updated: Dec. 27, 2022 at 3:50 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
A new USDA report on organic production is out and Vermont continues to hold its own on the national stage.
Updated: Dec. 26, 2022 at 5:59 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
A Vermont woman is sounding the alarm after her dog was killed in a likely illegal trap on private land. Trapping season ends soon but she wants pet owners to be careful. Our Kevin Gaiss reports.
Updated: Dec. 24, 2022 at 10:14 AM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Vermonters who trekked through treacherous road conditions on their Friday night commute home, were met with whiteout conditions on Interstate 89.
Updated: Dec. 23, 2022 at 6:57 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
For those without power, warming shelters are opening across the state, including an overnight shelter at the Barre Auditorium. Our Kevin Gaiss reports.
Updated: Dec. 23, 2022 at 9:36 AM EST
|By Calvin Cutler, Adam Sullivan and Kevin Gaiss
Vermont Emergency Management is activating its Waterbury emergency command center Friday morning and urging people to make a plan now.
Updated: Dec. 21, 2022 at 5:17 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Vermont continues to be a testing ground for electric vehicle technology -- from cars, trucks, and planes -- to now, heavy equipment. A Richmond company is the proud owner of North America’s first Volvo electric bucket loader.
Updated: Dec. 20, 2022 at 5:02 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
For Vermonters, snow is just part of winter. But for a little girl from Florida, Stowe became a winter wonderland fulfilling her special wish. Our Kevin Gaiss reports.
Updated: Dec. 19, 2022 at 5:41 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
While schools across Vermont struggle to fill bus driver jobs, some district officials are taking matters into their own hands. Our Kevin Gaiss reports.
Updated: Dec. 19, 2022 at 3:24 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Vermont stood in as the "north pole" to help grant the wish of a young boy.
Updated: Dec. 18, 2022 at 7:25 AM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
The state plans to bolster the forest products sector over the next decade, and leaders want your opinion on how it should be done.
Updated: Dec. 16, 2022 at 9:03 AM EST
|By Cam Smith and Kevin Gaiss
The region Friday was hit with the first significant snowfall of the season.
Updated: Dec. 15, 2022 at 2:48 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
More housing aimed at addressing the challenges of retaining health workers is on the way in South Burlington.
Updated: Dec. 14, 2022 at 10:41 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Vermont Fish and Wildlife officials have confirmed that avian flu was responsible for the death of 21 geese at Crystal Lake State Park in Barton last month.
Updated: Dec. 14, 2022 at 7:38 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
The founder of Gardener's Supply and the Intervale, Will Raap, has died.
Updated: Dec. 13, 2022 at 4:37 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Vermonters will spend time outside no matter the weather, but even in the colder months, it’s important to be thinking about ticks. A new report from the Agency of Agriculture says the state’s tick population remains steady, or in some instances went down.
Updated: Dec. 13, 2022 at 12:26 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
The Vermont Constitution has been amended as of Tuesday-- lawmakers and advocates gathered in the House chamber in Montpelier for the official enrollment.
Updated: Dec. 12, 2022 at 5:38 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
If your home has a failing or failed well or septic system, the state of Vermont wants to help you get it repaired.
Updated: Dec. 12, 2022 at 5:37 PM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Which weather would you rather-- wildfires or hurricanes? Our Kevin Gaiss spoke with a UVM researcher who is taking stock of human migration and how it can inform our decision-making.
Updated: Dec. 10, 2022 at 6:32 AM EST
|By Kevin Gaiss
Check your cabinets, and you may see a lot of products that contain milk. A doctoral student at UVM thinks that before long, a lot of that could come from a lab, not a cow.
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