The bill specifically includes language on cloud seeding because as Representative Gregg Burt (R-Cabot) stated, Vermont doesn’t need more rain.
Geoengineering ban discussed in House Environment Committee
Timothy Page
Soulia: Why don’t we move the state capitol to Burlington?
Until balance is restored, the Capitol may still be in Montpelier — but increasingly, Vermont’s future is being written somewhere else.
Lawmaker and former Teacher of the Year says special needs students make large class sizes difficult
Rep. Beth Quimby, R-Lyndon, suggested that where there are many special needs students in a classroom, there can sometimes be help.
Church declares itself an immigration sanctuary
Church officials claim immigration enforcement equates to hate and “othering.”
VT Headlines: VT Senate bill would prevent cities and towns from banning face masks
Developers strained by high interest rates, tariffs, and construction costs; Champlain Valley Athletic Conference reveals all-stars for high school basketball
Letters: Pratt on demonic energy, Fireovid on housing
Mazur: Is it fair to force current residents to subsidize new residents?: Pratt: Government in businesses’ pockets
Keelan: Will we be losing our high school?
Education spending is at a breaking point for many Vermont real estate taxpayers. And the Legislature just passes the buck yet again.
Border patrol officials say they still need help controlling the northern border
As southern border crossings plummet, northern border patrol direct hiring for help
DPS Commissioner: Public safety in Vermont requires rebalancing priorities
One common concern unites Vermont’s challenges: the need to ensure the safety of our communities, downtowns, neighborhoods, and personal property.
Roper: Who is using the Motel Voucher Program?
Are progressive policies creating homeless, or attracting them?
Trio of online privacy bills see mixed success in Legislature
The bills focus on age-appropriate design, more guards on consumer data and stricter regulations for data brokers.
VT Headlines: Libraries’, forestry projects’ futures uncertain due to Federal funding freeze
Burlington interim police Chief Shawn Burke begins new role; Adolescent psychiatric unit at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center gets green light
Dame: Four Democrats choose activism over responsibility
One Democrat might be an outlier, two could be a coincidence, but four elected Democrats shirking their duties demonstrates an alarming pattern.
Vermont Church at Prison leader authors memoir, “Don’t Burn My House Down”
Fiske’s book/teaching tool “Don’t Burn My House Down,” details Pastor Pete’s life work in prison ministry, his calling to do God’s work.
Sen. Welch, Heritage Foundation, others respond to the disbanding of US Department of Education
Since the Department’s adoption in 1979, overall spending per student when accounting for inflation has more than doubled, without positive results.
Authorities raid home, charge Concord couple with Child and Animal Cruelty
“It was an awful, ugly, nasty situation,” said Sharon Eaton, director of Riverside Animal Rescue.
Hafner: Microdwellings may provide relief to homelessness pandemic
Settings that already provide homeless housing might easily welcome 1-5 micro dwelling units in nearby empty parking lots.
Despathy: Senate Health Care Muzzle Bill censors everyone’s speech, not just pregnancy resource centers
A 2023 law just muzzled pregnancy resource centers. This year’s ‘improved’ version muzzles everyone.
Pownal mother headed to criminal court after school gun case
Crystal Mahar, 34, whose child brought a handgun to the town elementary school last week, is charged with negligent storage of a firearm.
VT Headlines: Williston bioscience business bristles as research grants threatened
Middlebury women’s ice hockey secures second straight trip to NCAA semifinals; Sugarhouses opened doors for annual Maple Open House Weekend
Teachers gather to learn new approaches to Holocaust education
About 50 teachers recently convened to participate in the Sixth Annual Vermont Holocaust Memorial (VTHM) Educators Workshop in Montpelier.
Police say woman threatened to kill Lamoille deputy sheriff
Masson-Monteith reportedly threatened to shoot and kill Sgt. Jason Perry, 42, of the Lamoille County Sheriff’s Department, State Police said.
CLG: RFK Jr. exposes how ‘leaky vaccine’ would risk a new pandemic
Kiev blew up metering station for EU-bound gas-Russia; Israel resumes airstrikes in Gaza; AG Pam Bondi accuses 3 Tesla vandals of ‘domestic terrorism’
Soulia: Full reimbursements for Planned Parenthood, service cuts for hospitals
While hospitals cut services to stay afloat, Planned Parenthood benefits from a 90-10 Medicaid match, private donations, and millions in political spending.
Roper: Dems’ Clean Heat face-saving attempt blowing up in face
Bill obliterated in four hours of critical testimony; passes committees anyway.
Non-citizen voting already done deal in VT
Also, VT Senate on March 19 adopted a S.R.10, a resolution opposing Gov. Phil Scott’s proposed reorganization of the Department of Public Safety into an Agency.
VT Headlines: UVM protestors rally for the release of Mahmoud Khalil following arrest
Public makes voices heard at Essex board meeting about proposed Amazon facility; Police investigate ‘untimely death’ in Burlington
VIDEO: The Zizians: A deep dive into the dark internet cult
Using mind-control tactics that mirror the BITE model of cult manipulation, Ziz transformed online followers into real-world extremists,
Letters: Gervais on the need for more data
Koch on First Amendment rights being cancelled by mob rule; Green on a lack of moral will and courage on the part of Vermont’s legislators
Birds of Vermont Museum thinks global, counts local
Vermont has the most birders per capita in the U.S. according to data from a popular birding app.
Superintendents call Governor’s education proposals “disorganized and politicized”
Education leaders criticize Scott’s plans for district consolidation and per-student funding
Thurston: Embracing adaptation for a resilient and prosperous future
We have ALWAYS adapted to our ever-changing climate throughout history and must continue to do so.
Emergency shelter providers and organizations say the situation is dire
From September through December, our homeless fellow Vermonters suffered multiple catastrophic outcomes, including many preventable deaths.
VT Headlines: People asked to leave during public hearing for Woodstock police chief
Former childcare provider appears in front of VT Supreme Court; With so much available cash, why did UVM Health Network “need” to cut critical services?
Donahue: Legislative leaders support silencing opposing views
Hopefully, no one despised the individuals speaking at the statehouse last week, but many certainly despised their message.
Vermont falls six spots to 44th worst highways and bridges
Crumbling highways, decaying bridges, and gridlocked traffic plague the Northeast as Vermont is among the nation’s worst for infrastructure maintenance.
Embezzler gets 4 months in prison
Jennifer LaBonte, 45, of Essex Junction, was sentenced Monday, March 17 in US District Court in Rutland to four months of imprisonment following her guilty plea.
Island Pond native named Vermont Democratic Party executive director
Hanlon, who grew up in the Northeast Kingdom community, returns to Vermont after working on campaigns in Pennsylvania and at the Democratic National Committee.
Soulia: Vermont bill seeks to prohibit mask mandates in schools
The bill stems from a growing frustration among parents and educators who have witnessed firsthand the impact of prolonged mask-wearing on students.
Bossange: Solutions for the housing shortage
If we wish to have more employees for a healthier business community and want to encourage younger families to move here, we need to offer housing solutions.
VT’s Medal of Honor recipients to be remembered March 25 at State House
The list of Vermont’s Medal of Honor winners is long and distinguished.
VT Headlines: Executive order puts Vermont libraries, history projects in jeopardy
How Medicaid cuts might impact Vermont; Jarrod Weiss: We don’t need the Walmart-ization of education; Can employees be fired for social media posts?
Westman: Transportation fund in even worse shape than expected
Vermonters are driving more, but EVs and fuel efficient cars mean a depleted Transportation Fund.
Klar: AI agriculture boosts soil, crops, and human health
Potato study shows drone surveillance can boost natural results.
VSP Trooper finalist for award after saving life of shooter who tried to kill him
Berlandy became involved in a pursuit and gun battle in Burke with a wanted fugitive from Rhode Island, and then provided life-saving medical care to the man who just attempted to kill him and two other troopers.
KVS: Poultney man faces new charges for sexual assault and domestic violence
Vermont State Police have filed additional charges against Jason Seiple, 38, of Poultney, after identifying another victim in an ongoing investigation.
Roper: Is VT Pre-K program driving up property taxes and harming kids?
The numbers don’t look good.
Bomb Squad and FBI called in as pipe bomb found during traffic stop in Royalton
The accused, Zamir Paley, 30, of Wilder, already had two warrants for his arrest. They were for “DUI-drug, cocaine possession and retail theft.”
Green Mountain Care Board: Struggling insurance company passing high-interest loan costs onto customers
As Vermont’s hospitals struggle financially, a bill by the House Healthcare Committee would have the state oversee financial records.
VT Headlines: Valley Vista will consolidate locations, close Vergennes facility
Trial begins for former VSP trooper accused of stealing from evidence lockup; Green Mountain Transit to hold press conference Tuesday, end free fares
Dame: Lawmakers should resign or be disciplined for ‘rebellious,’ ‘takeover’ of State House
These two legislators worked in an unusual way to incite and organize a “takeover” to prevent themselves and anyone else from hearing a particular point of view.
A ‘concerning time’ in Vermont schools as Trump’s immigration policies ramp up
Said a South Burlington teacher: “There has to be a balance, right?”
Soulia: Welch says No to tougher Fentanyl laws
The state is actively fighting fentanyl deaths, yet Welch voted against a bill designed to stop the source of the problem—traffickers distributing the fentanyl.
Despathy: Tucking CHS ‘repeal’ into costly carbon mandate bill is a political maneuver
Vermonters deserve to know if politicians are using manipulation and rhetoric to push unpopular, expensive agendas.
Beware the waking bears
Bear incidents have been on the rise over the past several years.
VT Headlines: Catamounts get opponent for 2025 March Madness tournament
Boston Bruins partner to get Vermont girls on the ice; Burlington Irish Heritage Festival returns for its 30th year; Shamrocks & Headlocks returns to Barre
House school reform bill would set $13,200 block grant per student
A key component is a $13,200 block grant-per-student proposal that could require big adjustments for high spending schools.
Notorious Grand Isle drug dealer due in court for reportedly blowing off community service
Grand Isle Cty.’s most notorious drug dealer is due back in court this month after failing to start volunteer service ordered in 2023 in lieu of life sentence.
Harrison: At Crossover – State House half full or half empty
Depending on one’s perspective we might look at various issues as making progress or going in the wrong direction.
CLG: Trump declares Biden’s pardons ‘void, vacant’, and moves to investigate Fauci and Cheney
NATO ‘peacekeepers’ in Ukraine mean war – Medvedev; NYC health officials missed early COVID spread by following CDC bureaucrats; Houthis vow retaliation
KVS: Accused troublemaker in Derby arrested
Starksboro man charged with cocaine possession; Missing Sheldon man arrested in New York after manhunt; Royalton man arrested for meth
North: Paying for gold, getting dirt?
I can say with first-hand knowledge that the Speaker of the House and Senate majority leader both control which bills are allowed to be discussed in Committee.
Beck: New funding plan more transparent, accountable than Act 60
Vermont will likely continue to move toward an education system composed of local elementary schools, central middle schools, and regional high schools and career & technical education centers.
Lindberg: When Harry Truman did DOGE
There is no worse policy for the taxpayer and consumer than to have politicians and bureaucrats choosing winners and losers in the economy.
Roper: A bill so absurd in every respect I can’t find words for a headline
Lawmakers’ arrogance, stubbornness, and fiscal irresponsibility on full display with H.125
VT Headlines: Vermont man’s heroic dog rescue from icy river sparks viral sensation
Warm weather may bring sugaring season to a close; Vermont towns continue to grapple with allowing ATVs on local roads
Fireovid: VT Dems are guilty of violating citizens’ right to free speech and assembly
The Sergeant-at-Arms aided-and-abetted protestors to violate Vermont Statute and possibly Federal Civil Rights Law.
McGuinness: House and Senate Democrats mischaracterize detransitioning event
Transgender Activists intended to cause public inconvenience and annoyance by disturbing a lawful meeting of persons with loud noises and the potential implied threat of confiscation or damage to our materials and equipment due to their actions, in violation of Title 13 : Crimes and Criminal Procedure Chapter 019: Breach of the Peace; Disturbances.
Priestley, Arsenault: Big Tech’s privacy gamble
Public servants’ lives are the stakes
Warner: Mary, Mary quite contrary
She clearly rejects our long-established unity in favor of the tools of division.
SHORTS: Maland warming hut draws cross-border crowd/ Court rules against civil suit redactions
The ceremony brought together American snowmobilers and members of Club Montoneiges Les Trois Village from Canada. Local businesses funded the project.
VT Headlines: GE Aerospace to invest $32 million into Rutland site
Older Vermonters and caregivers rely on adult day programs. Medicaid cuts could jeopardize them; Canada cancels order for Vermont liquor amid trade war
Governor Phil Scott appoints 102 to boards and commissions
Governor Phil Scott’s office today announced a range of appointments made in the last two quarters of 2024. Beginning April 1, appointments will be announced on a quarterly basis.
Perrino: No, a heckler’s veto is not ‘more speech’
“To suppress free speech is a double wrong. It violates the rights of the hearer as well as those of the speaker.”
VT Headlines: Norwich University faces another lawsuit alleging employment discrimination
Berlin police respond to road rage incident involving a gun; Leahy BTV Airport reopens after emergency with gas line
Roper: The Clean Heat Standard is a mess Democrats need to clean up
EVENT TODAY! There is a rally at the State House 12-1 pm calling on the legislature to REPEAL ACT 18.
Stake on Mt. Mansfield logs near-record snow levels
It was the third-highest snowpack reading for that date since 1954, when the stake was installed, making this winter one of the snowiest on record.
Letters: Measles sins of omission, Balint’s hypocrisy, and Biblical taxation
Why isn’t anyone asking if the current MMR vaccine actually protects against anything?//There would be no IRS, income tax, property tax or governmental welfare.
CLG: U.S. resumes intelligence, military aid to Ukraine after Kiev agrees to 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Russian defenses down 337 Ukrainian drones – MOD; Elon Musk says Ukraine is behind ‘massive’ cyberattack on X; Ukraine will have to give up territory – Rubio
Soulia: Unfunded budget pressures clash with Governor’s FY2025 spending plan
Governor Phil Scott’s proposed $8.6 billion budget prioritizes housing, public safety, and education, but leaves some critical obligations underfunded.
Keelan: How the $36M grant to EVT has been spent to date
What is missing is how much follow-up the Legislature and Administration are doing to see how the funds are being applied. So little is publicized.
VT Headlines: Rocking out for Solaar
Stowe Arts Festival canceled again after last year’s windstorm; Ripton Elementary to send incoming K-1 students to different school
Copeland-Hanzas: Celebrate Civic Learning Week, March 10-14
if we don’t know where to start when we want to fix something that is broken in our communities then we become easy to divide, and the problems persist.
Citizens rally for repeal of the Clean Heat Standard (Act 18)
Rally and Press Conference on Wednesday, March 12, 12-1pm
Cedar Creek Room, Vermont Statehouse
Fish and Wildlife Board seeks public comment on doe season, expanded archery season
Deer is Vermont’s most popular game species with about 60,000 resident hunters and 7,500 out-of-state hunters heading into the autumn woods.
McClaughry: Nuclear power revival
Originally published Tuesday May 3, 2022. In 1960-61 McClaughry was a reactor physicist in GE’s Atomic Power Equipment Division.
Letters: Smith on Biblical Justice, Lanese on elected officials ignoring constituents
Under Biblical law, the tax-funded prison system would be eliminated and swift justice reinstated//Who does Congress represent, what do they stand for? Their silence speaks volumes.
Non-patient spending, unwarranted performance bonuses drive Burlington hospital costs, Coalition says
The stats include 71% of UVM Medical Center’s total operational costs going to administrative work.
Friday at Four: Why is AG Charity Clark more interested in suing Trump than prosecuting Vermont criminals?/ Tariffs open door to nuclear power in Vermont/ Who is anti-Vance Indivisible?
What exactly IS Charity Clark’s job?
Thayer: Vermont’s path to tax simplicity
Funding government with a Unified Consumption Tax
CLG: Air Force F-16 fighters intercept aircraft invading Mar-a-Lago airspace
Secret Service shoots man in ‘armed confrontation’ overnight near White House, agency says; Trump to revoke legal status for 240,000 Ukrainians.
Police: Death threats made by man accused of crack cocaine sales in Bennington County
Anthony “Ace” Alonso-Alomar, 19, appeared in Fed. Court this week on charges that he aided and abetted the sale of crack cocaine as well, as selling it himself.
Soulia: Residents consider recount and revote after school budget passes by one vote
Otter Valley Unified Union School District residents are weighing their options after the district’s proposed $28 million budget was approved by just one vote.
DHS ends collective bargaining for TSA’s Transportation Security Officers
Enhancing safety, efficiency and organizational agility
Watson: Thetford vote ignores ‘death to Israel’ pledge
If Hamas stopped fighting, there would be no war. If Israel stopped fighting, there would be no Israel.
Mush!
Admiral Byrd’s Dog Team Model: now on display at the Vermont History Museum
Roper: Attorney General fiddles while Vermont burns
State’s Attorneys trying to push back the rising tide of crime with a broom.
Plainfield greenlights reserve fund for future housing
Residents voted 130-30 to pass Article 13, which proposed a reserve fund dedicated to expanding the community.
Beck: The canaries are getting loud
The work is very difficult and at times overwhelming, but it is what every elected official signed up for when they asked Vermonters for their vote.
Vermonters still at risk due to America’s largest SSN exposure
Understanding the ongoing challenge facing Americans, including Green Mountain State residents, due to the National Public Data Breach.
