AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCreative Vermont: Essex Junction’s first Vermont Crafters Expo put learning ahead of shopping, with hands-on workshops in pottery, woodworking, sewing and more. Organizers say the event aims to keep traditional skills alive. On the Field: Vermont women’s field hockey earned an NCAA tournament berth, while the women’s hockey team rallied to beat No. 4 Northeastern in a shootout before a record crowd. Families & Policy: Child-care advocates say more than 110 endorsed candidates won statewide and legislative races, preserving a strong majority of “child care champions” in the Vermont House and Senate. Agriculture: The Vermont Farm Show returns April 16–17 after a seven-year break, with new organizers planning a broader event for farmers and the public. Tourism: Vermont’s new “State of Inspiration” brand seeks to turn the state’s appeal into more visits, though tariffs, energy costs and economic uncertainty could weigh on the outlook. Equal Rights: Vermont voters approved constitutional protections for LGBTQ+ people.
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