AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoVermont Arts & Nature: Three Vermont artists are turning foraged leaves, charred grapevines, and wild clay into eco-prints and botanically dyed textiles, treating the landscape as both studio supply and inspiration. Education Policy: The Trump administration is pushing more control of federal education dollars to states; Vermont is among those receiving flexibility through “Returning Education to the States” waivers, letting money move with fewer local requirements. Community Food & Local Economy: A Newport-area team is launching a member-owned food co-op to keep a downtown grocery and café running while strengthening local producers. Farmers Market Reality Check: Vermont’s farmers markets are multiplying, but many are struggling to attract enough farm vendors as sales drop sharply—raising the question of what “local” markets become without farmers. Health & Caregiving Support: The Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging is taking applications for caregiver support funding for Rutland and Bennington Counties, including respite and training for unpaid family caregivers. Politics & Working-Class Messaging: Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders weighs in on tight progressive races, arguing voters are fed up with an economy that leaves working families behind. Immigration & Community Response: In Londonderry, residents and advocates are meeting to process a recent ICE operation and push back against rumors after detained asylum-seekers were taken during a traffic stop.
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