Opinion: Tanya Byker has proven her ability to lead

“Though sorry to lose Peter Conlon, I believe we will be well served with Tanya Byker as our next House Representative.”

Opinion: Trump’s antics have gotten America nowhere

“Trump’s view restricts and narrows the potential benefits, both economic and societal, of treating everyone as equals.”

Senator Welch gives, gets intelligence on food aid

The Vermont Democrat met with Helping Overcome Poverty’s Effects (HOPE) staff and volunteers to discuss how food insecurity is affecting the area.

Sen. Welch: Work together locally, because Trump and the GOP aren’t going to help

“For Trump, (diplomacy and consensus) are for suckers.” — Sen. Welch

Health care expenses prompt Rep. Conlon to step down

“After 10 years, it’ll be good to get some new voices in there.” — Rep. Peter Conlon

Legislative Report: State spending and natural resources part of Legislature’s final push

Debates over education reform, budget priorities, taxes, public lands and ethics oversight are shaping the final stretch of Vermont’s legislative session.

Opinion: Here’s why Republicans don’t seem to care

From the beginning of Trump’s second term to the present, the subversion of the rule of law, and our institutions and norms have become increasingly worse.

Jeff Haylon announces campaign for Rutland-9

Brandon Selectboard member Jeff Haylon announces his candidacy for State Representative for Rutland-9, which includes the Town of Brandon and the Village of Forest Dale. Haylon will be running as a Democrat.

Opinion: A 5th grader’s perspective on the impact of war

It is time for our military to realize what their impact is on society and the environment.

Free clinic shifting mission as needs grow

With federal support declining, a local free clinic is stepping up to fill gaps in care.

Former ANWSD board chair enters House race

Stroup, a professor of education at Champlain College, officially launched his Addison-3 House bid this week.

Ann Mason joins ACSD board

The board on March 30 picked Mason to fill a seat that failed to draw any takers on Town Meeting Day.

Trump loses again: court blocks threat to doctors

Attorney General Charity Clark sides with states challenging limits on gender-affirming care .

Clarification to Sen. Ruth Hardy’s response to Paul Ralston

The Independent inadvertently allowed certain representations by Hardy that criticized New Haven resident Paul Ralston.

Land use law draws barbs

After hearing considerable negative feedback, Vermont lawmakers are looking to change Act 181, a two-year-old land use law that’s drawn criticism.

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