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News and conversation about issues affecting Vermonters, hosted by Jane Lindholm and Bob Kinzel . Together, we consider the context of current events with the people who make our region buzz.
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Two Vermont voices reflect on Israel-Hamas war in Vermont Public documentary
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We'll listen to a recent audio documentary by Vermont Public's Mitch Wertlieb and continue the conversation with a UVM political science professor.By Mikaela Lefrak, Mitch Wertlieb, Andrea Laurion
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Hundreds could exit Vermont's motel housing program next month
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Vermont Public's housing report explains why the state is putting new limits on the housing program, and shelter leaders give us a look inside their doors.By Mikaela Lefrak, Daniela Fierro
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The Democratic National Convention from a Vermonter's perspective
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WDEV's Myers Mermel shares his experiences at the 2024 Chicago convention.By Mikaela Lefrak, Daniela Fierro
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Montpelier publisher releases two posthumous books by local authors
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Rootstock Publishing's Samantha Kolber discusses a new poetry collection by Reuben Jackson and a memoir by Bill Mares.By Mikaela Lefrak, Andrea Laurion
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The past, present and future of the Community College of Vermont
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A look at the college's place in Vermont's education landscape, with CCV's president, a student and more.By Mikaela Lefrak, Andrea Laurion
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Hefty health insurance increases hit Vermonters for third year in a row
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Double-digit increases are hitting Vermonters who purchase insurance directly, and small businesses. Vermont's rates are going up at one of the highest rates in the country.By Mikaela Lefrak, Lexi Krupp, Daniela Fierro
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Irasburg migrant farmworker will be deported to Guatemala
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Burlington Free Press reporter Dan D'Ambrosio shares an update on Bernardino Suchite Canan.By Mikaela Lefrak, Daniela Fierro
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Brave Little State flies in with the history of Jeezum Crow, plus an attempt to break a world record in Middlebury— with dogs!
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We have two animal-centric stories today— one about dogs in Middlebury, and another about the endangered species that is Jeezum Crow.By Mikaela Lefrak, Andrea Laurion
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Alburgh training program encourages women to become firefighters
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Instructor Alex Blair says there's space for everyone in firefighting.By Mikaela Lefrak, Andrea Laurion
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Vermonters say goodbye to the Olympics...for now
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Thetford broadcaster Peter Graves and NPR's Brian Mann debrief the Paris Games and share stories of Olympics past.By Mikaela Lefrak, Andrea Laurion
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Leaders of Vermont's major political parties react to primary results
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The big takeaways from the 2024 primaries, and what's next as we head into the general elections.By Mikaela Lefrak, Daniela Fierro
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New play tackles the long history of the Israel-Palestine conflict with a personal touch
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Director Zephyr Teachout discusses ‘Returning to Haifa,’ now running at the Unadilla Theatre in Marshfield.By Mikaela Lefrak, Daniela Fierro
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5 tips for connecting with people who disagree with you politically
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Vermont Edition speaks with members of Braver Angels, a group that fosters conversations across political divides.By Mikaela Lefrak, Andrea Laurion
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Political reporters preview Vermont's 2024 primaries
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Vermont’s primary elections are on Tuesday, August 12.By Mikaela Lefrak, Daniela Fierro
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Burlington Police Chief Jon Murad on community oversight, staffing, and the opioid crisis
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The chief of police in Vermont's largest city discusses challenges his department is facing, as well as recent wins in recruitment and retention.By Mikaela Lefrak, Daniela Fierro
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Vermont Edition's 2024 ice cream show serves up your favorite local scoops
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We talk with the owners of Palmer Lane Maple, Vermont Cookie Love, Cold Cow Creamery and other purveyors of frozen treats.By Mikaela Lefrak, Daniela Fierro
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What makes you happy? People in our region respond
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Vermont Edition hosts a conversation about finding happiness, inspired by a recent episode of Brave Little State.By Mikaela Lefrak, Andrea Laurion, Mitch Wertlieb, Sabine Poux
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Will New Hampshire voters be swayed by a Harris-Walz ticket?
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The presidential election is now less than 100 days away, and the energy is ramping up.By Mikaela Lefrak, Daniela Fierro
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Why Vermont floods, and an update on NEK volunteer efforts
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A Dartmouth geography professor explains the increased precipitation rates in the Northeast, and a mutual aid organizer discussing ongoing needs in the Lyndon area.By Mikaela Lefrak, Andrea Laurion
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Survivors And Witnesses: Vermonters Commemorate The Jewish Holocaust
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Sunday began the annual observance of Yom HaShoah, a day of remembrance for victims and survivors of the Holocaust. In communities around Vermont, people gathered to share their own families' history of escape and survival from the genocide of Jews during World War II.By pdaniels@vpr.net (Patti Daniels)
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Obvious signs of spring can take a while to present themselves here in the north country. Trees are slow to form buds and leaves. Flowers won't be pushing up through the cold ground for a while yet. But one great sign of spring has revealed itself. The birds have returned.By rcengeri@vpr.net (rcengeri)
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100 Days Of Gov. Scott: A Look At What's Been Going On In Vermont Politics
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Neal Goswami, the Vermont Press Bureau chief, spoke to Vermont Edition recently about what's happened during Gov. Phil Scott's first 100 days as governor. Plus, a look at where some legislative issues stand as the end of the session is in sight.By mmalone@vpr.net (mmalone)
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Checking In With Senate President Tim Ashe As Legislative Session Nears A Close
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The end of the 2017 legislative session is on the horizon, but there are still some bills that remain up in the air. Senate President Pro Tempore Tim Ashe joined Vermont Edition on Friday to talk about a range of topics, including the state budget, marijuana legalization, paid family leave, the minimum wage and more.…
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The Kratt Brothers' Vermont Roots And Their Animal Adventures
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The Kratt brothers have introduced kids across the country to a love of animals and nature through a series of wildly popular TV shows, including Kratts' Creatures , Zoboomafoo and now Wild Kratts .By sgalerosen@vpr.net (sgalerosen)
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In billiards tournaments held recently by the Green Mountain American Poolplayers Association, the winners were all women. Liz Ford, owner of the Green Mountain APA and a former professional pool player, spoke to Vermont Edition Wednesday about this feat and the success of women in her sport.By mmalone@vpr.net (mmalone)
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After Threat At Essex High School, An Examination Of Lockdown And Safety Plans
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On April 12, a threat of violence aimed at Essex High School set police into action and the school into lockdown mode. Surrounding schools in Essex Junction took precautions as well and went into lockout mode. On Wednesday , Vermont Edition reviewed what happened last week with individuals from Essex High School and the Essex Police Department, and…
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It's Mud Season. Here's How You Can Protect Vermont's Hiking Trails
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Vermonters may be looking for a chance to explore the great outdoors now that it's springtime, but venturing out on a hike during the mud season could actually cause damage to trails.By mmalone@vpr.net (mmalone)
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The History And Processes Behind Preserved Meats
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Jeff Roberts has written a new book called Salted & Cured: Savoring the Culture, Heritage, and Flavor of America's Preserved Meats . The Montpelier author joined Vermont Edition Tuesday to talk about the history of preserved meats, as well as look at the modern landscape of these foods.By Vermont Edition
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New Report Shows Decline In Vermont's Forest Birds
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The Vermont Center for Ecostudies tracked local forest birds for a 25-year period and has now released an extensive study of the data. One overall finding of this new report was a more than 14 percent decline in the forest bird population in the study areas. Steve Faccio joined Vermont Edition Monday to elaborate on the findings, including a breakd…
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The Debate Over Hydroponic Crops And The Organic Label
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A few hydroponic farmers have successfully gotten the organic label for their crops. But that's not sitting well with some organic farmers, who feel like the label is being co-opted and who argue that organic is actually all about the soil. Monday's Vermont Edition explored this ongoing debate. Guests on the program were Davey Miskell, an organic f…
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Rep. Peter Welch On Foreign Threats, Domestic Issues, And Meeting With Trump
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Congress is on a two-week recess when many members are in their districts to hear from constituents about major issues facing the country. Vermont's sole congressional representative, Democrat Peter Welch, talks with VPR's Bob Kinzel and takes questions from Vermonters.By pdaniels@vpr.net (Patti Daniels)
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Memoirist Nancy Stearns Bercaw Reflects On Alcoholism, Travel and Swimming
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Nancy Stearns Bercaw got sober just about two years ago, and she's just published a memoir called Dryland: One Woman's Swim to Sobriety . The Vermont author spoke to Vermont Edition Thursday about the book, which explores her life, her drinking and her journey to sobriety. A competitive swimmer during her college years, her relationship to her body…
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Vermont Gas Pipeline Finally Completed: A Timeline Of How It Happened
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Vermont Gas Systems announced on Wednesday that it finally completed its natural gas pipeline through Addison County.By mmalone@vpr.net (mmalone)
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What Should Vermont Do About Plastic Bags?
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Reducing the use of plastic bags is the aim of a few efforts going on in Vermont right now. There are bills in the Legislature that call for a ban or a fee on plastic bags, and Brattleboro voted on Town Meeting Day to advise the town's select board to prohibit plastic bags. While the Vermont Retailers and Grocers Association hasn't taken a stand on…
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The EB-5 Scandal Literally Left A Hole In The Newport Community. So What's Next?
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In the wake of the EB-5 scandal that broke a year ago this week, Newport was left with a big hole in the ground where Ariel Quiros and Bill Stenger had planned to build a block of office space, restaurants and other mixed uses. White and Burke is a firm that's been hired to evaluate the "Renaissance Block" that was supposed to be developed with EB-…
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A Recap Of Vermont's EB-5 Scandal, And A Look Ahead
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On Tuesday, Vermont Edition provided a re-examination of the EB-5 scandal that broke a year ago in the Northeast Kingdom, and explained the new developments in the $200 million fraud investigation. Guests on this program included independent investigative reporter Hilary Niles and Department of Financial Regulation Commissioner Michael Pieciak.…
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5 Vermont Political Issues To Keep An Eye On
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After a discussion about the Vermont state budget with VPR's Peter Hirschfeld and the Burlington Free Press' April McCullum, the two reporters also provided insight on five topics in Vermont politics to keep an eye on: a development related to the EB-5 scandal, marijuana legalization, workers' compensation for mental health conditions, ethics legis…
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What's The Deal With Next Year's State Budget?
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A budget for fiscal year 2018 that seems likely to win Gov. Phil Scott's approval has passed the Vermont House with an almost unanimous vote. So how did we get to this point? VPR reporter Peter Hirschfeld and the Burlington Free Press reporter April McCullum both joined Vermont Edition Monday to provide an update on Vermont's state budget, includin…
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'Play Ball!': Vermont Edition's Baseball Show
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The opening week of baseball season means that winter is over (in some places) and that it's time for Vermont Edition 's annual baseball show.By pdaniels@vpr.net (Patti Daniels)
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