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Coaches’ corner: Keeping the momentum going for the long-term
July 2, 2015
By Beth Roberts, Killington Bootcamp As we end our six weeks of training the public accountability lessens and the apprehension of continuing on their own sets in on the challenge group. Moving into this last week, I would like to offer some advice to all the particpants to help keep their momentum going. The power…
Cauliflower pizza crust, a healthful alternative
July 2, 2015
By Beth Roberts, Killington Bootcamp Cauliflower pizza crust is a great low carb option and delicious healthy alternative to heavy pizza dough. Ingredients: • Nonstick spray • 2 1/2 cups cauliflower, grated • 1 large egg, lightly beaten • 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese • Sea salt and…
BTC participant reflections
July 2, 2015
Barb Wood If you had asked me six weeks ago what I would be thinking about this Body Transformation Challenge after week five, I might have told you that I probably would be hating it. But those who know me would know better. I am a competitor. This challenge has really awakened a part of me…
Horoscopes for June 25 – July 1, 2015
July 2, 2015
Cal Garrison (a.k.a Mother of the Skye) writes weekly horoscopes for The Mountain Times. If you would like an emailed notification sent to you weekly, sign up for the newsletter, below. Want to hear more from Mother of the Skye? Check out Mother's Celestial Inspirations Horoscopes for June 25 - July 1, 2015…
Green Mountain National hosted the sixth annual Killington Junior Golf Championship
July 1, 2015
Courtesy of the Town of Killington Girls Division winner Felicia Chang stands with Boys Division winner Connor Looney. KILLINGTON — Green Mountain National hosted the Killington Junior Golf Championship for the sixth straight year June 22–25. The 144 player field featured the top junior golfers ages 12-18 from 20 states and eight countries. Based on early…
Leon Gonyo long gone in Hometown Heroes Romp
July 1, 2015
Courtesy of MemorEvents The Red Knights Firefighters Motorcycle Club and fire trucks and police cars from several Rutland County departments held a pre-race parade on “Hometown Heroes” night. Devil’s Bowl Speedway gears up for Independence Day weekend with two fireworks events, July 3 and 5 WEST HAVEN – Leon Gonyo made short work of the 35-lap Modified…
Rules of the Game
July 1, 2015
QUESTION: Claire and Josh are playing in a tournament. On the 4th hole, Claire’s tee shot lands in the fairway. On approaching the ball, she discovers the ball is unplayable and lifts it under the unplayable ball rule. She then realizes the ball is in an area marked as ground under repair. She then proceeds…
Ludlow man makes hole-in-one at OVGC
July 1, 2015
LUDLOW – On Thursday, June 18, Jason Koponen, of Ludlow, Vt., made a hole-in-one at Okemo Valley Golf Club. Koponen aced the 17h hole from the white tee, using his 5-iron, for a 151-yard hole-in-one. Jack Koponen and Gary Stevens witnessed the amazing feat. Koponen’s name will be engraved on a plaque that hangs inside…
Killington Softball League: Playoff implications are on the line
July 1, 2015
By Dave Hoffenberg The Killington Deli Team had a big double header last week with playoff implications on the line. First up they battled Slips Trips and Falls (STF) and things were going smooth all game. Two runs in the first by Dan Muller and Craig Brothers, Jus Archer drove in a run in the…
D&K wins 2015 engineering awards
July 1, 2015
Courtesy of DuBois & King Proctor Water System Helped to save the town of Proctor $600,000 and brought its water system into compliance with the state regulations In the annual American Council of Engineering Companies of Vermont (ACEC/VT) Engineering Excellence Awards Program, a showcase of exemplary engineering projects completed in the state, consulting engineers DuBois…
Mentoring in Rutland County, Five Elements Salon and Day Spa celebrates
July 1, 2015
Submitted Hairstylist shares a laugh with a mentee. RUTLAND — Adult-to-youth mentoring is one of the best ways to bring about changes in a young person’s behavior, attitudes, health, and academic performance. To celebrate mentoring within Rutland County, Five Elements Salon and Day Spa joined with the local mentoring organization The Mentor Connector to provide…
BROC receives HUD grant
July 1, 2015
BROC-Community Action in Southwestern Vermont announced June 23 that it had received a federal grant from the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) in the amount of $17,947. HUD awarded nearly $6 million in grants to hundreds of national, regional and local organizations to help families and individuals with their housing needs and…
National study: Rutland Regional named in America’s top 10 percent for patient safety
July 1, 2015
RUTLAND — For a third year in a row Rutland Regional announced that it has received the top 10 percent in the nation for Patient Safety from Healthgrades, the leading online resource helping consumers make informed decisions in order to find the right doctor, the right hospital and the right care. This achievement is part of…
News Briefs: Rutland Region
July 1, 2015
Bt Lani Duke Paving project hits a roadblock The Northwest neighborhood stormwater project construction has entered its final phase. Still to come is a bit of curbing and minor improvements on Crescent Street before a complete repaving. The city anticipates the project to be completed by the end of July. However, one of the more…
News Briefs: Lakes Region
July 1, 2015
By Lani Duke Worldly education POULTNEY—With the adoption of its Generation Study Abroad Commitment last fall, Castleton set about doubling the number of students taking classes abroad by the year 2020. Doing so took far less time than that. By this fall, the school will have 29 students who have studied or are studying in…