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  Utah ranks among nation’s most energy-efficient states; experts offer cost-saving tips
Utah ranks as one of the nation's most energy-efficient states, according to a new report from personal finance website WalletHub. The Beehive State placed seventh overall in the analysis, which compared 48 states, excluding Alaska and Hawaii,...
    
  Vermont cycling apparel company trying to survive Trump’s tariffs: Will Supreme Court help?
BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) -- From the moment President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on nearly every country, Nik Holm feared the company he leads might not survive. Terry Precision Cycling has made it 40 years with a product line specifically for...
    
  Jamaica farmers, fishing industry suffer after Hurricane Melissa smashes through Caribbean
The updates sent by friends and neighbors on WhatsApp confirmed what fisher Prince Davis already feared: Hurricane Melissa put a hole in the stern of his 50-foot (15-meter) fishing boat, and damaged the cabin and back deck. His father’s boat was...
Industry Briefs 11-3-2025
Company news information may be sent to brice.w@thecityjournals.com. ASSOCIATIONS • DoTerra, a Pleasant Grove-based company focused on essential oils and natural wellness products, has become a member of the Union for Ethical BioTrade (UEBT). The...
    
  Vermont’s redistricting task force grapples with school choice as work proceeds on three map proposals
Jennifer Botzojourns makes a presentation during a meeting of the school district redistricting task force in Winooski on Tuesday, Oct. 28. Chief Operation Officer Photo by Glenn Russell/VTDigger Protect Vermont’s school choice system. That was...
    
  On Vermont Health Connect, annual premium prices have doubled, or more
U.S. Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, left, gives Allison Mindel a hug after she spoke about her family’s struggle to afford health care at a press conference at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin on Friday, Oct. 31. Photo by Glenn...
Pizzagalli Family Farm Fund recognizes all Vermont farms as ‘Fantastic’
Before & After Barn Painting - Morning Meadows Farm – Pittsford VT Donation to the ‘Vermont Farm Fund’ acknowledges the significant 2025 weather challenges faced by all Vermont farmers Vermont Business Magazine Over the last several years, the...
Top Private Passenger Auto Insurers in Massachusetts & New England
In 2024, private passenger auto insurers across the six New England states wrote a combined $15.6 billion in direct written premium (DPW), representing stable year-over-year growth in one of the region’s most competitive insurance markets....
    
  Commentary | Schwartz: The true costs of big solar in Vermont
I remember watching This Changes Everything, a film about the climate crisis and its roots in capitalism. I felt outrage at greedy oil execs and grief about fires so intense you can hear the incendiary crinkle. At the solutions part—glimpses of an...
    
  After favorable court rulings, Vermont waits to see if SNAP benefits will be released
Two federal judges ruled Friday afternoon that it’s illegal for the Trump administration to withhold nutrition-assistance benefits due to the government shutdown, but it’s unclear when Vermonters will see those benefits arrive. The U.S. Department...
    
  A Vermont cycling apparel company is trying to survive Trump's tariffs. Will the Supreme...
“We felt like our backs were up against the wall,” he said, explaining why he joined a lawsuit challenging the tariffs that the Supreme Court will hear next week. Terry Precision Cycling’s offices are tucked behind a Burlington, Vermont, coffee...
    
  A Vermont cycling apparel company is trying to survive Trump's tariffs. Will the Supreme Court help?
BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) — From the moment President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on nearly every country, Nik Holm feared the company he leads might not survive. Terry Precision Cycling has made it 40 years with a product line specifically for women,...
Electric aircraft maker Beta Technologies raises over $1 billion in US IPO
Electric aircraft maker Beta Technologies has raised $1.01 billion in its U.S. initial public offering on Monday, pricing its shares above its indicated range and underscoring the strong pipeline of new listings in the resurgent IPO market. The...
    
  Most areas have plenty of acorns and beechnut for bears
SPRINGFIELD — Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department biologists survey oak and beech stands around the state each fall to assess how plentiful acorns and beechnuts are because they are important fall foods for wildlife. “We observed a wide spectrum...
    
  Vermont House committee hears about impacts to SNAP, food, housing
A day after Vermont voted on a plan to fund food benefits during the federal government shutdown, a legislative committee heard testimony on the impacts of that move, as well as more fundamental changes to the aid program. The House Committee on...
Embracing Autumn’s Fleeting Beauty to Boost Your Photography Sales With Lumaprints
Autumn’s vibrant colors and crisp light provide photographers with an ideal backdrop to capture striking images across genres, from landscapes to portraits. With Lumaprints’ Print-on-Demand services, these seasonal shots can be quickly turned into...
    
  Non-lead ammunition is the preferred choice
MONTPELIER — The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department encourages hunters to voluntarily use non-lead ammunition. “Choosing non-lead ammunition is a smart choice for hunters,” said Fish and Wildlife Commissioner Jason Batchelder. “Avoiding lead...
Conservatives' Higher Birthrates Point To Future Political Dominance
Via Brian McGlinchey at Stark Realities Chances are, you’re already aware that birthrates are falling throughout the developed world, sagging well below the “replacement rate” and sparking worries about the implications of a future dearth of...
Vermont Manufacturing Summit brings industry leaders together to build what’s next
Keynotes from regional and national experts explore innovation, sustainability, and growth in Vermont’s manufacturing sector Vermont Business Magazine The Vermont Chamber of Commerce has announced the keynote presentations for the 2025 Vermont...
Vermont’s housing needs require decisive action – step up or step away
by Vermont Agency of Natural Resources Secretary Julie Moore and Department of Public Service Commissioner Kerrick Johnson Vermont faces a housing crisis that threatens our economic future and the ability of working families to remain in our...