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Vermont Business Magazine Governor Phil Scott issued the following statement in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: “Today we remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and honor his efforts to further civil rights. The work of fulfilling the promise of America is never finished, and it’s the duty of every citizen to further the cause of freedom and equality.

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Vermont Business Magazine Average gasoline prices in Vermont are $3.12/g, up 3.9 cents per gallon from last week's $3.09/g. The lowest price in the state yesterday was $2.85/g while the highest was $3.35/g, a difference of 50.0 cents per gallon. The national average price of gasoline has risen 6.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.09/g today.

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Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets The application for the Value-Added Producer Grants (VAPGs) is now available. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) offers these grants to help farmers create new products, expand markets, and increase their income. Approximately $30 million in total is available for this program.

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Vermont State Police On 1/17/25 at approximately 1445 hours the Marshfield Fire Department was alerted by a concerned citizen to smoke coming from a structure at 3343 US Route 2 in Marshfield.  Marshfield Fire responded to the scene and was assisted by numerous area fire departments.

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by Maia Segura, Vermont Business Magazine The largest ski resort in the eastern United States and home to the Audi FIS Ski World Cup, Killington Resort, is set to undergo a metamorphic development that aims to solidify its reputation as a world-class, four-season destination.

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Vermont Business Magazine On Saturday, January 18, 2025, at approximately 1630 hours, Vermont State Police dispatch received a report of a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 89 Northbound, near Mile Marker 102.4, in the town of Milton.

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Vermont Business Magazine After reviewing weather modeling in consultation with the Burlington’s Emergency Management Director, officials have determined the forecasted temperature on Monday, January 20 meets the City’s criteria for operation of an extreme cold weather shelter. Updated hours of operation will be Monday, January 20, Tuesday, January 21, and Wednes

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Vermont Business Magazine MENTOR Vermont, in partnership with youth mentoring programs, youth mentees, volunteer mentors, legislators, and business supporters, encourages all Vermonters to join us in celebrating National Mentoring Month this January and to consider becoming a mentor in your community this year. Potential is equally distributed, but opportunity is not.

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by Art Woolf A thriving, prosperous state is a goal that all Vermonters can agree to. That goal is easier to achieve with a growing population. More people means a larger selection of workers for businesses, government, and non-profits.

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Vermont Business Magazine Saint Michael’s College will host a series of events honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., including his vision of a Beloved Community. The College will host its 33rd annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Convocation during the week of January 20, 2025.

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The Vermont State Police continues its investigation into the Dec. 13, 2024, shooting of St. Johnsbury Police Department Capt. Jason Gray and the subsequent effort to evade capture by suspect Scott Mason. As a result of that ongoing investigation, on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025, state police detectives arrested five individuals.

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Vermont Business Magazine GNAT-TV is inviting community members to celebrate the people, pets, and places that make our towns special through the “Hearts of Our Community” campaign this Valentine’s season. This campaign offers a chance to recognize the neighbors, teachers, friends, and local businesses who brighten your life.