AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSouthwestern Vermont Economy: The 2026 State of the Commerce survey finds confidence is still high, but rising costs, workforce shortages, and weaker broader conditions are starting to bite. AI & Regulation: Vermont’s policy conversation is getting louder as lawmakers press OpenAI and Anthropic after “rogue” AI warnings and a researcher resignation sparked fresh calls for tighter oversight. Tech Manufacturing in Vermont: Kepler Computing’s $468M late-stage funding spotlights a Vermont manufacturing role tied to faster AI memory hardware. Transportation & Construction: Colchester’s first-in-Vermont diverging diamond at I-89 Exit 16 is set to open overnight Wednesday into Thursday, while U.S. Route 7 work in Bennington/Arlington ramps up with a major closure planned. Energy Costs: AAA reports the national gas average jumped 13 cents to $4.27 amid crude volatility, and utility-cost pressure remains a regional concern. Public Health: South Hero officials urge rabies precautions after a rabid raccoon was confirmed in Grand Isle County. Agriculture & Tourism: A Randolph Center corn maze adds to Vermont agritourism, and international demand for Canadian maple syrup continues to surge.
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