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Agri-Mark agreed to a fine of $60,000 and other conditions for the violations. #vtenviro
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Agri-Mark, Inc fined for multiple wastewater permit violations at their Vermont facility | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 12, 2026 at 9:03 PM
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The Bank of Bennington’s support will launch a Comprehensive Entrepreneurial Development Initiative spanning 2026 – 2028. #vteconomy #vtbanking
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Bank of Bennington commits $75,000 to launch entrepreneurship programming | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 12, 2026 at 8:26 PM
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Prices are lowest in Bennington ($2.81/g) and Rutland ($2.90/g) counties and highest in Essex ($3.09/g), Chittenden ($3.05/g), and Grand Isle ($3.07/g). #vtenergy #vteconomy
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Vermont gas prices hold at $2.99 | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 12, 2026 at 3:52 PM
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The Vermont Department of Health has confirmed a case of measles in an adult in Washington County who became sick after recent international travel. #vthealth #measles
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Vermont Department of Health confirms case of measles | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 12, 2026 at 3:32 PM
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The Stop Presidential Embezzlement Act would impose a 100% tax on any settlement a president, vice president, cabinet member, or member of Congress receives from the government as a result of a lawsuit filed while in office. #vtpoli #trump #IRS
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Welch introduces bill to block Trump from receiving any federal lawsuit settlement | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 12, 2026 at 3:22 PM
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The theme of the 2026 Summit is "Envision. Act. Grow!” Throughout the day, presentations, panels, workshops and discussions will investigate ways that our region can envision a path to growth through local and regional action. #vteconomy
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Welch introduces bill to block Trump from receiving any federal lawsuit settlement | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 12, 2026 at 3:16 PM
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U.S. Senator Welch (D-Vermont), U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) and U.S. Representative Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) on Wednesday introduced the Lake Champlain Basin Program Enhancements Act. #vtenviro #vtpoli
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Bill to support the health of the Lake Champlain Basin | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 11, 2026 at 8:55 PM
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The agreement remains in effect for the term of the new FERC license and is enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law. #vtenviro #vtenergy #vtpoli
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Settlement reached to keep Green River Reservoir hydro operating | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 11, 2026 at 7:33 PM
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Attorney General Bondi will testify before the House Judiciary Committee today starting at 10 AM. #vtpoli
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Balint issues statement after viewing unredacted Epstein files | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 11, 2026 at 6:51 PM
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The Stritzlers will continue to have a stake in ownership and Bill's daughter Lisa will stay on as an advisor to retain a Stritzler family voice in the future of the mountain. #SkiVermont #skitheeast #vteconomy
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A message from Jon Schaefer, CEO Bear Den Partners | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 11, 2026 at 3:25 PM
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Smugglers’ Notch has been owned and operated for the past 29 years by William Stritzler, whose values-driven leadership has shaped the resort’s enduring reputation for family connection, community and an authentic mountain experience. #skivermont #skitheeast #vteconomy
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February 11, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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Nine current or former UVM students are taking part in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, Italy. Five days into the competition, two of those athletes have medaled. #vtcolleges #vtOlympics
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UVM athletes Ben Ogden and Paula Moltzan medal at 2026 Winter Olympics | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 10, 2026 at 9:52 PM
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The class builds community through food and cooking, both within the classroom and through projects that connect to the wider community. #vtagriculture #vtschools #vtfood
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February 10, 2026 at 9:45 PM
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The Court, Judge Elizabeth Novotny, ordered Ms. Atherton to complete two years of supervised probation, repay $5,436 in restitution, and complete a restorative justice program. #vtlaw #vtMedicaid
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Former caregiver pleads guilty to Medicaid fraud | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 10, 2026 at 9:03 PM
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The initiative is intended to support forest resilience, water quality protection, workforce professionalism, and long-term sustainability across Vermont’s working forest landscape. #vtlogging #vtenviro #vteconomy #vtagriculture
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New cost-share program available to support contractors seeking Master Logger Certification | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 10, 2026 at 8:49 PM
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Housing advocates warned that uncertainty is already slowing projects statewide at a time when Vermont continues to fall short of its housing needs. #vtpoli #vthousing
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Coalition urges Legislature to extend Act 181 timelines to avoid delays | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 10, 2026 at 8:19 PM
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During his senior year at SMS, he anchored the U.S. team to a silver medal at the FIS Junior World Ski Championships — the first medal ever for U.S. men at that event. #skivermont #skitheeast #vtsports
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Stratton Mountain School's Ben Ogden ends 50-year drought with Olympic silver | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 10, 2026 at 8:04 PM
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The Vermont State Police arrested 11 people and cited two others on charges of criminal trespass Monday afternoon, Feb. 9, 2026, after they declined to leave a private office building in Williston and asked to be taken into custody instead. #vtstatepolice #ICE
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February 10, 2026 at 7:31 PM
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There were 6 COVID outbreaks last week (2 the week before), with 3 in Long-Term Care Facilities and 1 in schools. #vthealth #vthospitals #vtCOVID19
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VDH: COVID hospitalizations fall as outbreaks rise | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 10, 2026 at 6:59 PM
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WEAV is a collaborative initiative supported by a network of partner organizations, including VSJF, the UVM’s Gund Institute for Environment, Abundant Sun LLC, VBSR, the Wellbeing Economy Alliance and the VCRD. #vtjobs #vtenviro #vteconomy
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Vermont Prosperity Project becomes Wellbeing Economy Alliance of Vermont | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 9, 2026 at 7:34 PM
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The lowest price in the state yesterday was $2.63/g while the highest was $3.12/g, a difference of 49.0 cents per gallon. #vtenergy #vteconomy
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Average gas prices down in VT, up across US | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 9, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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The most visible element was a draft consolidation map that would reduce Vermont’s 119 school districts to 27 supervisory districts. #vtpoli #vtschools
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February 9, 2026 at 5:37 PM
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Prohibits ownership of a health care entity by any for-profit entity, with the exception of a professional corporation. #vthealth #vthospitals #vtpoli
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Devon Green: Regulating the bad actions of private equity in health care | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 9, 2026 at 5:33 PM
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Over the past five years property taxes have risen over 40%, and everyone, no matter what district or party they come from, sees this as the most pressing issue for Vermonters. #vtpoli #vttaxes
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Boots on the Ground: Puzzle Pieces | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 9, 2026 at 5:14 PM
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The credits they’ve earned may be applied toward VTSU degree pathways, supporting continued education and making meaningful contributions to Vermont’s skilled manufacturing workforce. #vtmanufacturing #vtcolleges
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VTSU and Nolato celebrate Manufacturing Technology Leadership Program Graduates | Vermont Business Magazine
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February 9, 2026 at 4:44 PM