More Vermonters than ever now qualify for free tuition at the Community College of Vermont (CCV), thanks to a major expansion of the 802Opportunity program. The initiative, led by the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC) in partnership with CCV, now offers full tuition coverage to Vermonters with household incomes of up to $100,000—doubling the previous…

For many years—decades even—dreams of addressing Rutland’s downtown core have been deferred. Master plans drawn, community meetings held, revitalization goals articulated, and yet limited change has been possible. There has been no large-scale action. That is, until now. But what makes this effort now, with the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District in play, so different…

By Brett Yates State Representative Jim Harrison, the Republican legislator serving the Rutland-11 district, visited the local select boards in Chittenden and Killington on Monday night, June 23, to discuss the end of the legislative session in Montpelier. Predictably, the conversation turned to H.454, the controversial education reform bill that passed on June 16. “ I…

By Curt Peterson Killington’s new five-member Select Board tackled a long agenda Monday evening, June 23. It’s second meeting as an expanded board saw new leaders emerge. Patrick Cushing was unanimously elected board chair at the last board meeting, June 9, and Bill Vines was elected vice-chair June 23. Jim Haff the only long-term board…

Two local graduating seniors were recently honored by the Greater Killington Women’s Club (GKWC). GKWC Treasurer Lisa Magliano presented the annual awards, each worth $1,000, which recognize one student for academic achievement and another for exceptional community service. Killington resident Joffre Legayada received the 2025 Sherburne Academic Scholarship, awarded to a Killington or Pittsfield student…

Continuing its commitment to support local students, the Ludlow Rotary Club has announced its 2025 scholarship recipients, awarding a total of $14,000 to graduating seniors from the club’s service area, which includes Ludlow, Plymouth, Mt. Holly, and Cavendish. “This year’s awards continue a proud Rotary tradition,” said Tim Faulkner, scholarship committee chair. “Since its inception,…

By James Kent At 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 14 —the traditional Flag Day, the date of the U.S. Army 250th Anniversary Parade and the 79th birthday of Donald Trump — a long line formed at the counter of Jones’ Donuts on West St. Perhaps, too long a wait for Donuts at this time, and…

By Curt Peterson The Mountain Views Supervisory Union (MVSU) board gathered for an “emergency meeting” on Sunday evening, June 15, for a public discussion about controversial H.454, the education transformation bill. After input from teachers, board members and members of the public, the board voted unanimously to send requests to their state legislators asking them…

LUDLOW— Fletcher Memorial Library is inviting children and teens across the region to take part in its 2025 Summer Reading Program, Color Our World, running from June 23 through August 1. The free program is open to residents ages 0–18 and features a blend of reading, storytelling, art, and special events designed to spark creativity…

WINDSOR COUNTY—Thousands of boxes of Girl Scout Cookies are bringing smiles and support to service members, food banks, and nonprofits across Vermont and New Hampshire thanks to the annual Gift of Caring program from Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains. Among the many recipients this year is Windsor County Mentors, a local youth…

MIDDLETOWN SPRINGS — The Middletown Springs Historical Society has opened its doors for the summer with a new exhibition highlighting the artistry and heritage of local quilting traditions. Titled “Patterns and Provenance: Quilts of Middletown Springs, 1840–1920,” the display features 20 heirloom quilts representing 15 historic patterns, all passed down through six longtime Middletown Springs…

By Emily Pratt Slatin Middletown Springs laced up and leaned into tradition Saturday morning as the fourth annual Strawberry Jam Fun Run welcomed runners of all ages beneath a soft, overcast sky that kept things cool and mercifully un-scorched. Now in its fourth year, the event raises money for local education—and gives the town a…

BARNARD—BarnArts Center for the Arts is now accepting short script submissions for its third Haunted Village Theater, set to take place on Friday, Oct. 18. Writers are invited to submit original works that are Halloween-adjacent, 5–10 minutes in length, and adaptable for outdoor performance around a fire pit. The deadline for submissions is July 11.…

RUTLAND—The Killington Classic, a popular and fast-growing golf event organized by Foreplay Golf Company, will get a new name and a prestigious new home in 2025. Rebranded as the Green Mountain Classic, the tournament will take place on Friday, Oct. 17, at Rutland Country Club, one of Vermont’s top-ranked golf courses. Foreplay Golf co-founders and…

KILLINGTON — With a hopeful nod to clearer skies after a rainy May, the Killington Recreation Dept. is preparing for a summer packed with activities, events, and community connections. The Johnson Recreation Center will serve as the hub for the town’s seasonal offerings, with programs for all ages beginning in mid-June. Johnson Recreation Pool opens…