The Norwich University Sullivan Museum and History Center presents its latest exhibit “Women of Norwich: Trailblazers and Torchbearers,” with an opening reception to be held on Friday, Sept. 4, from3-5 p.m.

The state’s only Smithsonian Affiliate, the Sullivan Museum and History Center is free and open to the public.

Women at Norwich have been an integral part of the success of the university. While many women during the early years of the academy were “behind the scenes” their contributions were important, lasting, and helped shape the institution Norwich is today.

Community Capital of Vermont (CCVT), New England’s highest volume SBA micro-lender, hired Barre resident and longtime central Vermont business owner David Parker to join its new Business Advisory Services division.

State Treasurer Beth Pearce has been named a recipient of the President’s Award from the National Association of State Auditors, Comptrollers and Treasurers, or NASACT, at their annual conference held this year in Chicago.

World-class cancer care close to home. Access to national clinical trials, patient support services, survivorship support and wellness programs. A research engine backed by more than 150 physicians, scientists, nurses and community advocates making discoveries to advance cancer care here and around the world. This is the University of Vermont (UVM) Cancer Center—a cancer center with a national reputation for excellence, offering a comprehensive approach to cancer care, support, education and research. You may not know this unless you or a loved one has faced the burden of cancer.

Vermont state Rep. Kevin "Coach" Christie is one of 48 state policymakers from across the country selected as a Council of State Governments' Henry Toll Fellow for the Class of 2015.

The Class of 2015 Toll Fellows represents 33 states and Puerto Rico, with 35 serving in the legislative branch, four serving in the judiciary and nine hailing from the executive. A nine-member committee of state leaders, many who are Toll Fellows themselves, reviewed a record number of applications to select the class.

Vermont Trophy & Engraving has announced that engraver and part owner, Jessie Swett, has completed a sand carving course with Ikonics Imaging of Duluth, MN. This training continues Swett's and Vermont Trophy & Engraving’s commitment to expanding their awards and sign business into the world of products and the quality associated with sand carving (also known as abrasive etching). Crystal, stone, bricks and many other items can be blasted and personalized.

20 years after being a member of the 1995 McNamara Division champion Vermont Expos, former Major League shortstop Orlando Cabrera returns to historic Centennial to be honored on Saturday, August 29th as the Vermont Lake Monsters take on the Tri-City Valley Cats at 6:05 pm.

The 15-year Major League veteran, 2001 Gold Glove winner and member of the 2004 World Champion Boston Red Sox, Cabrera will be on hand at Centennial Field to meet fans and sign autographs beginning at 5:00 pm on the main stadium concourse when the gates open.

Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP has announced that Partner P. Bruce Wright has been recognized with the 2015 Industry Service Award by the Vermont Captive Insurance Association (VCIA). The award was presented to Mr. Wright on August 12 during the Association’s annual conference in Burlington, Vermont.

The Industry Service Award, chosen by the VCIA Board of Directors, is given annually to recognize an individual for his or her service and contributions to the overall vitality and general welfare of the captive insurance industry.