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UVM Athletics Unveils 2024 Hall of Fame Class, Ceremony on Sept 27
The University of Vermont Athletics has announced its Hall of Fame Class of 2024, set to be inducted on September 27. The inductees include Sydney Mas, Jonathan Nordbotten, Nika Ouellette, Kate Ryley, and Brian Voelkel, all of whom made significant contributions to their respective sports during their time at UVM. The ceremony will take place at the Dudley H. Davis Center and tickets are available for $75 until September 12. This year marks the 55th Hall of Fame Dinner, sponsored by Baker Distributing.
White River Unified District considers school renovations
The current renovation plan calls for around $6.8 million, with about $4.1 million going toward a new performing arts center to support the school’s choir, band and drama programs, according to a proposal presented by the school board. Read the story on VTDigger here: White River Unified District considers school renovations.
Harwood Unified Union School District food service staff expand repertoire
Earlier this week five members of the Harwood Unified Union School District food service staff spent a day taking a Mediterranean cooking class, preparing, and sampling some new meals for district students this fall. They were introduced to a melon and mint salad featuring watermelon and cantaloupe with mint dressing....
Mad River Watch and stream dynamics
Mad River Watch volunteers conducted their final field visits of the summer on August 18 and 19, checking their regular sites to observe to collect data and make environmental observations. WHAT IS FLUVIAL GEOMORPHOLOGY?. “Technical terms like fluvial geomorphology that are commonplace within the scientific community are not always meaningful...
Get out and play! MRV youth fall sports update
Think that youth sports are just a bunch of kids running around and having a raucously good time? Think again! Youth sports are more than just fun and games: they are transformative experiences that can profoundly shape the lives of youngsters. Whether participating on teams or as individuals, organized sports provide immediate and long-term health, emotional, and social benefits that last a lifetime. Sports get kids up and moving, which benefits their cardiovascular health, burns calories, raises metabolism, and improves strength and mobility. Plus, physically active teens tend to have more quality sleep, which is essential during the teenage years. Beyond the physical benefits, research shows that engaging in sports reduces stress and anxiety while promoting a sense of well-being.
New York State Man Dies After Tree Falls On Him
Police say a New York state man died on his property after a tree fell over on top of him. While the chances of being struck by a falling tree are pretty low, accidents such as this can happen sometimes. Older or diseased trees with cracked branches or exposed roots can pose a risk for falling over on your property. Also, the amount of heavy rain and storms the area has endured this summer can be another big factor with trees weakening.
Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Route 118 in Dorchester Claims Life of Meredith Woman
Dorchester, N.H. – A fatal motorcycle crash occurred Saturday evening on Route 118 in Dorchester. State Troopers from the Troop F barracks responded to the incident at approximately 5:07 p.m. Preliminary investigations revealed that a motorcycle traveling eastbound failed to negotiate a turn. The motorcycle crossed the center line...
The Mad Birders celebrate two-decades of seeking out local birds
A local group of birding enthusiasts – the Mad Birders – has sought out local birds together for two decades. Each year, the group meets for a series of walks through spring and early summer, when birds are most active while breeding. At that time, “they are their most bright, beautiful, colorful selves,” group member Jeannie Elias said.
‘Extremely serious’ equine virus that can spread to humans found in multiple N.Y. counties; state Department of Health issues warning
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The presence of the Eastern equine encephalitis virus has been detected in numerous horses across many counties in New York, according to the New York State Department of Health. The virus is a rare yet “extremely serious,” and is capable of being spread by mosquitoes...
Ageless in our community – Spencer Potter
When asked if he would be willing to be interviewed, Spencer Potter, Waitsfield, claimed not to have much to say. From limited encounters, the opposite was suspected. Each week I get his email indicating the homes I will be visiting on my Thursday Meals On Wheels delivery route. He can’t recall how many years he has been sending these emails, but he knows it was his neighbor, Nancy Emory, who asked if he would get involved and serve on the board of the Mad River Valley Senior Citizens. He accepted. He came to recognize that the Meals On Wheels program needed to be more efficient and thus began his ongoing commitment to it.
Music, food, original art set up for the Mad River Valley Craft Fair on Labor Day weekend
Labor Day weekend in Waitsfield means the Mad River Valley Craft Fair at the scenic Kenyon’s Field with live music, food, and over 80 artist booths to peruse. The 53rd annual event is held rain or shine Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 31 and Sept. 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parking is free. Admission is $5; kids 12 and under are free.
Phil Scott taps Washington, DC, health care administrator to lead Department of Vermont Health Access
DaShawn Groves, who has held multiple health care roles in the District of Columbia, will take over the department that administers Vermont Medicaid. Read the story on VTDigger here: Phil Scott taps Washington, DC, health care administrator to lead Department of Vermont Health Access.
US Postal Service fails to meet promises for Montpelier post office
This article is part of a story exchange between VTDigger and The Bridge. If you live in Vermont’s state capital, you still cannot buy stamps or ship a package with the U.S. Postal Service. Despite the agency’s promises of a fully-functional Montpelier post office “before the summer months,” and...
Alum Translates Harry Potter Series into Kazakh for the First Time
What if you could be the first person to introduce your hometown to Harry Potter?. Sayat Mukhamediyar, who graduated with his master’s degree in Russian translation and interpretation in 2018, did just that with his translation of the series into Kazakh. When he first read the series himself 20...
UVM Athletics Announces Hall of Fame Class of 2024, Set for Induction September 27
BURLINGTON, Vt. – The University of Vermont Athletic Hall of Fame has unveiled its Class of 2024 inductees who will be formally inducted Friday, September 27 at the Dudley H. Davis Center on UVM Weekend. The presenting sponsor of the UVM Athletics Hall of Fame is Baker Distributing. The group includes Sydney Mas '14 (women's lacrosse), Jonathan Nordbotten '14 (alpine skiing), Nika Ouellette '14 (track & field), Kate Ryley '14 (alpine skiing) and Brian Voelkel '14 (men's basketball).
Women’s Soccer Hosts Boston University for Annual Pep Rally Presented by TD Bank
BURLINGTON, Vt. – Vermont (1-0-1) continues its non-conference play against Boston University (0-2-1) in their second game of a four-game home stand on Sunday, August 25 at 1 p.m. from Virtue Field. Sunday's matchup is the Catamounts Pep Rally Game presented by TD Bank. We encourage all fans to join us for the Pep Rally, with gates opening at 12 p.m.
Lussier pockets $1,500, secures Vermont 200 starting spot
PLATTSBURGH | Donovan Lussier’s fifth Sportsman Modified victory at Airborne Park Speedway was significant for two reasons. Lussier pocketed $1,500 for winning the 50-lap main event – and in the process – earned a guaranteed starting position for the $10,000-to-win Vermont 200 on Sunday, Sept. 1 at Devil’s Bowl Speedway in West Haven, Vermont.
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