Mountain Times – Volume 51, Number 39 – Sept. 27 – Oct. 3, 2023

By Annika Nelson, Community News Service Editor’s note: This story is via Community News Service in partnership with Vermont State University Castleton. A steady stream of customers flowed into 802 Nutrition on a recent Saturday morning seeking to fill their caffeine fix in a healthier way.  They were met by owners Kristen Johnson and Stacey…

Dear Editor,  Donald Trump wants to merge the U.S. Postal Service with the Dept. of Commerce. This action will get him one step closer to privatization of the postal service, which could lead to the erosion of universal service, increased costs, and potentially harm vulnerable populations who rely on the post office for essential deliveries…

Following the success of its inaugural accelerator program in 2024, StartUp Rutland is expanding its collaboration with gener8tor to introduce two new programs in 2025: gALPHA in the spring and gBETA in the fall. These programs aim to support entrepreneurs at different stages of their startup journey, reinforcing Rutland’s growing reputation as a hub for…

By Klara Bauters/VTDigger The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Dept. estimates that hunters in Vermont harvested more than 17,200 deer during fall 2024 — but the final tally won’t be released until March.  That translates to roughly 3.4 million servings of venison, according to a Monday, Jan. 6, news release. The buck harvest tally is expected to…