MONTPELIER – The Legislature reconvened on January 6, with education reform being a top priority. That said, 115 new bills (a number still growing) have been compiled and assigned to various committees, including one from a Burlington representative that would establish a 10-member task force to investigate UFO sightings in[Read More…]
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Economic ripples put pressure on Vermont
MONTPELIER – Vermont is under real and growing pressure, much of it driven by decisions made far beyond our borders. Tariffs, federal cutbacks and abrupt policy shifts are colliding with an already fragile state economy, intensifying stresses on working families, farmers, municipalities and small businesses. This is not abstract. Vermonters[Read More…]
ICE Out for Good rallies demand accountability
VERMONT – More than 7,000 Vermonters came out between Thursday, Jan. 8, and Sunday, Jan. 11, as part of ICE Out for Good rallies across Vermont. Within 24 hours of the announcement, there were already 1,000 events anticipated nationwide. A rally in Hardwick began Sunday at noon, where speakers demanded[Read More…]
Gov. Scott stays bullish on education reform plans
MONTPELIER – In his annual address to Vermont legislators recently, Gov. Phil Scott urged members of the House and Senate to move forward with the next stages of the sweeping education reform project they started last year, at his administration’s urging. But as the 2026 legislative session got underway this[Read More…]
Emma Rowell recognized as a youth leader
MONTPELIER – Vermont Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas recognized Greensboro native Emma Rowell as a finalist for the 2026 John Lewis Youth Leadership Award at the Vermont Statehouse on Monday. The national honor recognizes young leaders under the age of 25 who demonstrate exceptional leadership, a commitment to social[Read More…]
First week of legislature busy and consequential
MONTPELIER – I hope you all enjoyed some restful holidays and are off to a rejuvenating new year, filled with renewed energy for making positive change. It’s a joy and an honor to be back in the State House. We’ve officially completed the first week of the new legislative session, and[Read More…]
Farmers Night Series presents Bob Wagner and Friends, Jan. 21
MONTPELIER – The 2026 Farmers Night Weekly Concert Series begins on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m., with Bob Wagner & Friends. Burlington-based musician Bob Wagner is known for his guitar work, vocals and songwriting. His collaborations bring together a cast of musicians. Joining him at Farmers Night will be the Josh[Read More…]
Runners Roundup
MONTPELIER – Several local runners braved the cold over the holiday break to post strong results in the Central Vermont Runners (CVR) New Year’s Eve 5K. Calais native Sargent Burns posted a fourth overall finish in frigid temperatures with a time of 19:19 to wrap up the final event of[Read More…]
State to send Vermonters unclaimed property checks
MONTPELIER – The state will mail Vermonters a check for their unclaimed property as announced by Governor Scott and Treasurer Pieciak. The program is an annual effort between the treasurer’s office and the administration to return unclaimed property to Vermonters whose identity and address can be verified by shareable tax[Read More…]
Winter solstice wildlife tracking, Dec. 21
MONTPELIER – Sunday, Dec. 21, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., learn about winter wildlife tracking walking on the trails at North Branch Nature Center. Participants will search for signs of wildlife activity while appreciating the beauty and wonder of the natural world on the first day of winter. Dress to be[Read More…]
Bird Flu detected in Orleans County poultry flock
MONTPELIER – The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets (VAAFM) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) have detected the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), also known as avian influenza, or H5N1 bird flu, in a backyard poultry flock in Orleans[Read More…]
Free community screening of “The S Word”, Dec. 9
MONTPELIER – Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) will host a free public screening of “The S Word”, a documentary about hope, connection, and the importance of talking about suicide on Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 6 p.m., at the Savoy Theater in Montpelier. Following the screening, attendees are encouraged to[Read More…]
