The growth of Killington Mountain School’s athletic and academic programs By Karen D. Lorentz Since its founding as the Killington Tutorial Program (KTP) in 1974, the Killington Mountain School (KMS) has transitioned to an approved independent academy that offers a range of sports and program options beyond Alpine ski racing. KMS is just one of…

By Robin Alberti Groms take to the boxes at Killington in a previous Mini Shred Madness. See what the next round can do at Pico.

Saturday, Feb. 23, 3 p.m.—WOODSTOCK— Arguably Charlie Chaplin’s greatest film, “ City Lights ” will play on Saturday, Feb. 23, at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in HD projection and surround sound, with complimentary refreshments. Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. The film follows the misadventures of Chaplin’s Tramp, as he falls in love with a blind girl and develops a…

Monday, Feb. 25, 6:30 p.m.—KILLINGTON— One of Vermont’s most in-demand saxophonists, Jake Whitesell ,is making his way to The Foundry’s stage to jam out with Joey Leone for Monday Blues Night, Feb. 25 at 6:30 p.m. Hailing from Potsdam, New York, Whitesell fell in love with music at an early age. He began studying clarinet…

RUTLAND— Wonderfeet Kids’ Museum is pleased to bring back its Lip Sync Battle, Saturday, April 27 at 6 p.m. As audiences from the past two years can attest, the talent and creativity displayed on stage at The Paramount Theater during this live event is not to be missed. Teams of local residents will lift spirits and show…

Sunday, March 10—RANDOLPH— Chandler Center for the Arts announces auditions for its 21st annual summer youth musical: “ Footloose !” Auditions are scheduled for Sunday, March 10 for teen lead roles and Sunday, March 17 for elementary and teen chorus roles. Performances will be held on the main stage at Chandler Music Hall in Randolph on July…

Friday, Feb. 22, 4:30 p.m.—RUTLAND— On Friday, Feb. 22, the CVPS/Leahy Community Health Education Center at Rutland Regional Medical Center will be transformed into an indoor winter fun land. Families are invited to partake in a variety of free and fun activities from 4:30-7 p.m. Children can bring their teddy bears for a checkup at…

Thursday, Feb. 21, 9 p.m.—KILLINGTON— Pink Talking Fish is swimming its way to the Pickle Barrel stage for a night of music by many favorite bands. Catch them Thursday, Feb. 21 at 9 p.m. Doors open at 8 p.m. Pink Talking Fish is a fusion blend band that brings together the deep emotions of Pink Floyd,…

By Marguerite Jill Dye “I’ve been busy all my life – why stop now?” said Norman Lear with a grin at age 94. The legendary sitcom producer helped advance America in recognizing and confronting sexism, racism, and bigotry through humor. He started the conversation by daring to produce his avant-garde societal comedy-critiques. “All in the…

Who among us wants to pay the IRS more taxes than we have to? While few may raise their hands, Americans regularly overpay because they fail to take tax deductions for which they are eligible. Let’s take a quick look at some of the most overlooked opportunities to manage your tax bill. Reinvested dividends. When…

By Meghan McCarthy McPhaul A few winters back, a doe  frequented our compost heap. The garden fence around it proved an inadequate barrier, as she simply hopped over it to nosh on the rotting shards of jack-o-lanterns and the latest veggie scraps tossed atop the pile. Not far from the garden sits an old orchard,…

By Lola Duffort/VTDigger The president of the Vermont-NEA asked lawmakers to consider pushing back the deadline for implementing proficiency-based graduation requirements in the state’s high schools to 2022. Proficiency-based learning asks that student progress be assessed on the skills they can show they have, not seat-time in a classroom. The state’s Education Quality Standards, which were adopted by…

By Rep. Jim Harrison This Wednesday, when this column first appears in print, the Vermont House is likely to have an extended debate, potentially into the evening, before voting on H.57, the controversial abortion rights legislation. With no Vermont laws on the books restricting access to abortions, one might ask why we are having the…

By Sen. Dick McCormack    Legislators representing the Springfield region are carefully monitoring developments at Springfield Hospital. The Scott Administration is working with the hospital board and administrators to deal with these highly complex financial issues. They’ve asked for time and patience to work things out, and for politicians to exercise restraint. I’m sorry to…