By Rep. Jim Harrison By the end of the second week of the 2019 Legislative session, we are beginning to get a better picture of some of the issues likely to be considered this year. Some are repeats from last year, while others may be new. Increasing the smoking age to 21, banning or taxing…

By Katy Savage The Killington Zoning Board of Adjustment determined Thursday, Jan. 17 that a vacation home is a commercial facility. The board voted unanimously to uphold Zoning Administrator Dick Horner’s decision that a homeowner should have obtained a permit for a commercial facility when he started renting his single family dwelling unit through the…

By Katy Savage Locals know that there is no cell phone coverage in South Woodstock. They know cell phone coverage drops in and out on Route 100 and Route 4. Now, the state has data proving that Vermont’s cell phone coverage is spotty. The Vermont Public Service Department conducted a road test over two months…

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By Cal Garrison This week’s Horoscopes are coming out under the light of a Full, Leo Moon, in the aftermath of a Full Moon Lunar Eclipse that took place just after midnight on Jan. 21st. All eclipses are connected, and Monday’s eclipse refers back to the New Moon solar eclipse that occurred in Capricorn during…

Thursday, Jan. 17, 9 p.m.—KILLINGTON— Albany, New York jam-band Formula 5 is set to play at the Pickle Barrel Nightclub at 9 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 17. Formula 5 blends one-of-a-kind, original projects with recognizable covers to create a wide variety of energy fueled music. Known for their ability to improvise during sets, each show…

Saturday, Jan. 19, 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON— David and Nathan Gusakov, father and son, play original songs and old tunes about the beauty and peace of home, of delight and sadness and the wild human emotions inherent in living and dying. Featuring clawhammer banjo, wicked fiddling, and family harmonies, the Gusakovs are creating some of today’s most…

Saturday, Jan. 19, 9 a.m.—CHITTENDEN— The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department is holding a series of introductory seminars this winter on a variety of ice fishing techniques. These clinics that are open to people of all ages and levels of experience, including those who are completely new to fishing. Participants will learn about fishing regulations and techniques, fish identification, ice safety…

Saturday, Jan. 19, 11 a.m.—RUTLAND— On Saturday, Jan. 19 at 11 a.m., Phoenix Books Rutland will host Lizi Boyd for a story time featuring her new picture book, “Night Play.” About “Night Play”: It’s time for bed. Everyone is asleep. Or are they? Arlo and his stuffed animal friends like to put on pretend plays. But after Arlo falls…

Saturday, Jan. 19, 8 p.m.—RUTLAND— “Kashmir, the Live Led Zeppelin Show” was created by vocalist Jean Violet back in 2000. It has grown from the streets of New York City to now being one of the top Led Zeppelin tribute bands touring nationally and internationally. Kashmir’s primary focus is capturing the live performance and raw…

Saturday, Jan. 19, 6 p.m.—LUDLOW— Okemo Mountain School and The Book Nook proudly present a book talk by Vermont historian and preservationist Brian L. Knight, author of newly released “ Snowboarding in Southern Vermont, ” Saturday, Jan. 19 at 6 p.m. The event takes place at the OMS Fitness Facility. There will be a short…

Monday, Jan. 21, 7 p.m.—QUECHEE— Join VINS to hit the trails for an evening of snowshoeing under the supermoon, Monday, Jan. 21 at 7 p.m. Start the night in the StarLab, to be immersed under the night sky with the stars projected all around. Watch and listen as organizers point out constellations and read the…

Saturday, Jan. 19, 10 a.m.—QUECHEE— VINS invites all to the Winter Wildlife Celebration being held Saturday, Jan. 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Celebrate the wildlife of winter at the VINS Nature Center with a fun-filled day of family activities! All activities are included with general admission. In the morning, join knowledgeable educators to explore exhibits and…

Tuesday, Jan. 23, 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—Rutland County Audubon presents an interesting program about dragonflies on Tuesday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. Did you know,  in Vermont, 146 species of dragonflies have been recorded, and 117 of those have been found in Rutland County? Mike Blust, author of “Odonata of Vermont” and retired biologist from Green Mountain College,…