Leadership & Energy: Vermont Gas Systems named Lindsay Kurrle as its next president and CEO, tapping a long-time state leader with a track record in economic development, housing, and flood recovery. Construction & Traffic: VermontBiz listed this week’s highway work, including I-89 paving and bridge rehabilitation plus local road closures and lane restrictions that drivers should plan around. Agriculture & Community: Lyndon’s Historical Society hosted a zucchini festival with contests and historic recipes, backed by a Vermont Humanities grant. Public Health & Food Safety: Walmart recalled Marketside Tomato Bisque soup kits in 29 states, including Vermont, after possible listeria contamination; no confirmed illnesses reported. Wildlife Management: USDA began dropping 1.1 million oral rabies vaccine baits across Vermont, New Hampshire, and New York to curb rabies spread among raccoons. Vermont Agriculture Recognition: The Vermont Agricultural Hall of Fame announced its 2026 inductees, including Paul Harlow (Lifetime Achievement). Environment & Development: A federal change to the Endangered Species Act could loosen protections for habitat damage, raising concerns for Vermont’s vulnerable wildlife. Immigration Enforcement: ICE arrested at least nine people across Vermont in weekend operations, with advocates calling the workplace-focused arrests unusual for the state. Housing Policy: State Sen. John Cavanaugh backed Nebraska bills changing affordable housing reporting and Medicaid waiver rules, reflecting ongoing policy shifts tied to housing and health programs.