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The Vermont delegation secured more than $100 million in federal funding on behalf of 69 Congressionally Directed Spending projects addressing critical needs across Vermont. #vtpoli #vteconomy
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Sanders, Welch, Balint secure more than $100 million for Vermont in federal funding | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 6, 2026 at 9:43 PM
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Anyone who needs access to shelter should call 2-1-1 for up-to-date information about shelter locations and opening times. #vtweather
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State opens Extreme Cold Weather Shelters | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 6, 2026 at 9:42 PM
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In November, Senator Welch led six of his colleagues in in demanding transparency from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on the scope, structure, and legal authority of TrumpRx. #vtpoli #vthealth
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Welch statement on launch of TrumpRx | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 6, 2026 at 7:22 PM
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$7,500 was provided to the Boys & Girls Club of Burlington and $5,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of Rutland. #vtcommunity
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Vermont Federal gives $12,500 to Boys & Girls Clubs | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 6, 2026 at 7:16 PM
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Total claims were 4,276, down 54 from the week before and are up 193 from last year at this time. #vtlabor #vteconomy
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Weekly unemployment claims fall to under 400 | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 6, 2026 at 7:04 PM
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Lenny’s donated $2.00 from every pair sold to the Vermont Foodbank in Barre and JCEO Foodshelf in Plattsburgh. #vtfood #vtcommunity
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Skiing chickens sock It to hunger | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 6, 2026 at 6:10 PM
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This funding will facilitate the restoration and rehabilitation of Vermont landmarks and important historic buildings and structures, helping to leverage more than $1.6 million in restoration and rehabilitation efforts. #vthistory #vtconstruction #vtpoli
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Over $330,000 awarded to rehabilitate Vermont landmarks | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 6, 2026 at 4:32 PM
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As Affordable Care Act subsidies expire and cuts to Medicaid take effect, the program would be a critical safety net to the tens of thousands of uninsured and underinsured Vermonters paying fully out-of-pocket for their prescriptions. #vthealth #vtpoli
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Prescription drug affordability plan wins unanimous approval House committee | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 6, 2026 at 3:58 PM
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Hours of operation will be from 5pm on Saturday, February 7 until 8am on Sunday, February 8 and from 5pm on Sunday, February 8 until 8am on Monday, February 9. #vtweather #vtsafety
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Burlington will open Extreme Cold Weather Shelter on February 7-8 | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 5, 2026 at 10:30 PM
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Prices are lowest in Bennington ($2.82/g) and Rutland ($2.88/g) counties and highest in Essex ($3.19/g), Chittenden ($3.06/g), and Grand Isle ($3.07/g). #vtenergy #vteconomy
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Gasoline prices edge up | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 5, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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People like Pastor Tendo are exactly who our asylum system is meant to protect. #vtpoli #ICE
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Vermont delegation statement on ICE detention of Vermont pastor | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 4, 2026 at 10:13 PM
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Burlington’s Red Cross donation center is open to help meet the critical need. #vthealth
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Red Cross honors World Cancer Day, highlights role of platelet donations | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 4, 2026 at 4:46 PM
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“VGS is financially secure, our operations are strong, and our energy transformation work is gaining momentum." #vtenergy #vteconomy
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February 4, 2026 at 4:33 PM
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As has been the case in recent years, Vermont has the lowest rate of underwater mortgages and by far the highest rate of homes classified as equity-rich. #vthousing #vteconomy #vtbanking
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Vermont again leads nation in 'equity-rich' homes | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 3, 2026 at 8:09 PM
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Drescher needed a tie-breaking vote by Lieutenant Governor John Rodgers after a 15-15 vote on the floor. #vtpoli #vtlaw
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Senate confirms Nolan and Drescher as Supreme Court justices after tussle | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 3, 2026 at 6:10 PM
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There were 2 outbreaks last week (2 the week before), with 1 in Long-Term Care Facilities and 1 in schools. #vtcovid19 #vthealth
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VDH: COVID-19 edge up, remains low | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 3, 2026 at 5:33 PM
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This is our third year in a row being honored at this competition, and while we appreciate the hardware, the real prize is seeing our clients’ sustained growth in visibility, traffic, and revenue. #vttech #vteconomy
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Bytes.co wins Gold & Platinum at the 2026 AVA Digital Awards | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 3, 2026 at 3:41 PM
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Cut $561 Million from Lifesaving Research While Failing to Lower Prescription Drug Prices. #vtpoli #vthealth
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Sanders report details how Trump broke promises to patients | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 3, 2026 at 3:21 PM
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The Milano-Cortina games mark the 19th consecutive appearance of UVM athletes in the Winter Olympics. #vtolympics #vtcolleges #vtsports
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Nine UVM Olympians to compete in the 2026 Winter Games in Italy | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 3, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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BIA’s staff will remain at their current office, located at 1241 Prim Road, Colchester, VT. #vteconomy #vtinsurance
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Burlington Insurance Agency joins The Richards Group | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 2, 2026 at 8:42 PM
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Conversations around Act 250 reform, particularly revisiting Act 181 of 2024 and adjusting course, have gone virtually nowhere. #vtpoli
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Boots on the Ground: Casa Bonita | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 2, 2026 at 6:23 PM
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VAHHS raised concerns that further requirements on outsourced services would prevent organizations that provide high quality care at lower costs from coming into Vermont or even from having Vermont hospitals coordinate with each other. #vthealth #vthospitals #vtpoli
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VAHHS: Legislature is moving full steam ahead | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 2, 2026 at 4:55 PM
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With the potential to invest $2 billion between now and 2035, the program is designed to help Vermont communities of all sizes unlock housing opportunities by investing in critical public infrastructure. #vthousing #vteconomy #vtpoli
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Governor Scott launches Community and Housing Infrastructure Program | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 2, 2026 at 4:03 PM
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H.577 would save Vermonters thousands each year on their over-the-counter prescriptions. #vthealth #vtpoli #vtpharma
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Pieciak: How we can save Vermonters thousands on their prescription drugs | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 2, 2026 at 3:59 PM
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The Secretary recommended that each Vermont public high school student take a minimum of one half-credit in a standalone personal finance course prior to graduation. #vtschools #vtcolleges
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Champlain College offers free personal finance program for Vermont educators, public | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 2, 2026 at 3:23 PM