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Vermont Business Magazine The makers of Hormel Cure 81 ham has launched its all-new Vermont Maple Spiral Sliced Half Ham, a bone-in, premium ham made with real Vermont maple. "The new Hormel Cure 81 Vermont Maple Spiral Sliced Half Ham is fully-cooked and perfect for that special occasion, family get-together, or holiday meal," said Megan Elliott, brand manager at Hormel Foods. "You can trust the Hormel Cure 81 brand to help you deliver an irresistible ham we're sure everyone will love!"

Vermont Business Magazine With cases already reported in the state, flu season is upon us and Vermont health officials say now is the time for everyone 6 months and older to get their annual flu vaccine. It takes about two weeks for full protection from the vaccine to kick in, making it a just-in-time step as people prepare for holiday travel and family gatherings.

by Bruce Edwards Vermont Business Magazine When the talk turns to economic development, industrial and commercial development top the list. But higher education is a significant economic driver in its own right.  Just ask Richard Schneider, president of Norwich University.

by Bruce Edwards Vermont Business Magazine Over the years, Vermont has garnered a well-earned reputation for its quality products. At or near the top of that least is one of the state’s oldest companies – Cabot Creamery and its award winning cheeses. This year Cabot is celebrating its 100th anniversary, a milestone that eludes most businesses.

Vermont Business Magazine Senator Sanders issued the following statement on Veterans Day:

"On this Veterans Day we must renew our promise to our nation’s veterans, not just through our words but through real action. Too many of our returning service members confront homelessness, mental health issues, and even deportations. We must work together to build a society where our veterans do not have to face these injustices.

Vermont Business Magazine CityPlace Burlington developers scale back plan 
As demanded by Burlington Miro Weinberger, CityPlace Burlington developers have met the city’s first set of demands to get the long-delayed project back on track. Brookfield Properties at the City Council meeting October 28th presented a new, sketched-out development plan that they say is less expensive than the $220 million plan previously proposed. The scaled back plan also drops the controversial height of the project from 17 stories to 10. It also retains the former Macy's building, which will be redeveloped as a mixed use commercial/retail/office space.

Vermont Business Magazine Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement:

“For over 200 years, our veterans have answered our nation’s call to protect freedom and liberty here at home and around the world. Their commitment to our values, our people and our way of life serves as the greatest example of what it means to be American.

“Their courage and sacrifice, their bravery and their duty in service to our country are on display every day, but we set aside today to pause and renew our pledge to do all we can to support them, honor them and to show our gratitude for all they do. On behalf of all Vermonters, I want to thank our veterans for their service and sacrifice.”

Vermont Business Magazine As the nation recognizes service members this Veteran’s Day, The Vermont Department of Labor wishes to highlight the workforce training and education opportunities, and resources available to veterans transitioning from a military to civilian career. 

At each of Vermont’s 12 local Career Resource Centers, veterans, and qualifying spouses, are given priority status. Veterans Service Specialists, who are veterans themselves, are made available to provide further information and assistance for veterans looking to take advantage of the opportunities offered at the centers.

Vermont Business Magazine Attorney General T.J. Donovan announced today that his office has reviewed the officer use-of-force incident that occurred on March 11, 2019, in Burlington, Vermont. The Attorney General’s Office is declining to prosecute Burlington Police Department Officer Cory Campbell for charges related to the use of force against Douglas Kilburn. Based on the totality of the circumstances, the Office concluded that it was reasonable and justified for Officer Campbell to use force to defend himself. It should be noted, however, that Officer Campbell’s actions in his second interaction with Mr. Kilburn, while justified under the law, did contribute to the situation in which the need for self-defense arose. Training and accountability on de-escalation techniques are essential to ensuring that officers are not putting themselves and citizens in danger.

Vermont Business Magazine Spot The Dog, a Vermont-based dog reflective wear company, announced today that both its “Puppy Plaid” Reversible Bandana and “The Flip” Reversible Bandana are included in this year’s Oprah’s Favorite Things holiday gift list featured in the December issue of O, The Oprah Magazine and on OprahMag.com. 

Vermont Business Magazine The U.S. Department of State has recognized School for International Training with the English Language Fellow Top Producing Institution Award, which celebrates SIT’s position as the institution that has prepared the largest number of TESOL professionals to become Fellows.