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The Vermont Ski and Snowboard Museum will host the Vermont Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Reception on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the K-1 Lodge at Killington Resort.
by Timothy McQuiston, Vermont Business Magazine Vermont initial weekly unemployment claims more than doubled last week to nearly 800. For the week ending February 28, 2026, the Vermont Department of Labor reported that there were 790 new claims, up 406 from the previous week and up 119 from last year at this time.
Vermont Business Magazine On Wednesday, March 4, more than 150 community members, civic leaders, nonprofit executives, and business owners gathered at Retreat Farm to build momentum around a shared economic vision for Brattleboro. The event invited responses to a draft framework organized around a single goal: grow Brattleboro's population by 802 people by 2032.
Vermont Business Magazine The Lake Champlain Chamber is now accepting applications for the Class of 2027 of Leadership Champlain, its flagship leadership development program.
by Amy Spear, President, Vermont Chamber of Commerce As Vermont lawmakers return to Montpelier following Town Meeting break, the legislative session enters the phase where ideas must become decisions. For Vermont’s economy, those decisions carry real consequences. The first half of the session is often defined by hearings, proposals, and policy exploration.
Vermont Business Magazine Let's Build Homes commissioned a statewide poll of Vermont voters earlier this month, and the results confirm what our coalition has long known: Vermonters across the political spectrum are ready for action on housing. Vermonters are speaking with one voice. The housing shortage is not just one issue among many, it is the issue.
Northeast Kingdom Chamber of Commerce There are weeks when I am reminded just how lucky we are to live and work in Vermont. The week before last, I had a thoughtful conversation with Peter Welch about the economic realities facing our rural region.
by Vermont Auditor Doug Hoffer Keeping children safe is one of state government’s most critical functions. Every day, thousands of Vermont parents entrust their kids to child care programs large and small. We decided to conduct an audit because we want to make sure the State is doing all it can to ensure they are safe early learning environments. What did we find?
Vermont Business Magazine Attorney General Charity Clark today joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general and two governors in filing a lawsuit to block President Trump’s latest effort to impose illegal tariffs on American consumers and businesses.
Vermont Business Magazine The Associated General Contractors of Vermont (AGC/VT) proudly celebrated Women in Construction (WIC) Week with a special event at its Montpelier headquarters, bringing together tradeswomen, industry leaders, educators, and community partners to recognize the growing impact of women across Vermont’s construction workforce.
Vermont Business Magazine Do North Coworking, a collaborative workspace and hub for entrepreneur-focused programs and events in Lyndonville, is transitioning ownership from Vermont State University (VTSU) to the Northeastern Vermont Development Association (NVDA), effective March 2026.
by Timothy McQuiston, Vermont Business Magazine Average gasoline prices in Vermont are $3.16 per gallon, up 16 cents per gallon from last week, up 17 cents/g from last month and up 2 cents/g from a year ago, as the war in Iran has created uncertainty, drone strikes and pushed Brent crude over $84.50.