Tag: Vermont economy

History, man. It's all about those moments when people, groups, and communities have to make a choice: speak up or stay quiet. And guess what? Vermont is in the hot seat right now. Last...

Choosing Abundance: Miro Weinberger's Vision for Vermont's FutureIf you’ve been catching up on podcasts, staying up late watching talk shows, or mindlessly scrolling through social media lately, you've definitely come across “Abundance,” the new...

Vermont News Outlets Advocate for Local SupportState lawmakers in Vermont recently introduced House Bill H.244, aimed at increasing the state government's advertising expenditures with local news organizations. The bill, titled “An act relating to...

Vermont General Stores: The Heart of CommunityGeneral stores have long been the heartbeat of rural Vermont communities, serving as more than just a place to pick up necessities. These establishments embody the essence of...

Vermont Braces for Trade War Fallout as Trump's Tariffs LoomAs a fuel truck rumbled through the picturesque town of St. Albans, delivering propane to homes on a crisp January day, the looming specter of...

Vermont Businesses Brace for Impact of Trump Tariff PlanPresident Donald Trump's recent proposal to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian goods, although temporarily on hold, has sparked concern among various industries in Vermont. The...

Vermont Economic Development Commissioner Joan Goldstein Announces ResignationIn a bittersweet turn of events, Joan Goldstein, the esteemed Economic Development Commissioner of Vermont, has decided to step down from her position after a decade of...

In a recent commentary by Justin Dempsey of Burlington, a PhD candidate at UVM and a member of the Gund Institute for the Environment, he sheds light on the concept of degrowth economics. Addressing...

The recent decision by the Trump administration to freeze U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) programs is having a profound impact on Vermont nonprofits and businesses. This freeze is halting funding for crucial global...

The Trump administration's recent decision to pause the imposition of tariffs on imported goods from Canada and Mexico has brought a sigh of relief to Vermont officials and business leaders. With industries in the...