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Feds involved in Lincoln injury case

By Lou Varricchio

LINCOLN Ñ U.S. Government officials in Burlington reported March 20 that a suspect was taken into custody after an unidentified man was found injured along notch Road in Lincoln around 3:26 a.m. March 19. according to u.S. attorney Eric Miller of Burlington, an arrest was made March 20. He told reporters that the suspect’s name was not being released, possibly until this week.

Members of the Vermont State Police and the Lincoln Fire Department responded to the man and he was taken to the university of Vermont Medical Center where he was being treated for injuries not yet specified.

Three dead in Castleton crash

By Lou Varricchio

CaSTLETOn — Members of the Castleton Police Department, Fire, First Rescue, and Poultney Fire Rescue responded to the site of fatal crash which took place March 19 at approximately 4:15 a.m. along Drake Road.

The three occupants of a motor vehicle were dead on arrival. They were identified as andrew F. Laramie, 26,of Castleton, Caleb C. Kinney, 24, of Fair Haven and Samantha J. Forrest, 23, of Castleton.

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Vermont researchers on frontlines of bee decline

By Lou Varricchio

MIDDLEBuRY — The growing buzz you hear in Vermont this spring may not be from bees gathering pollen so much, as from the growing concern among biologists and other researchers at the university of Vermont joining the global awareness of the threat to our bee population.

Last week, uVM academics joined state officials, beekeepers, and farmers at the Vermont Pollinators Symposium at Burlington’s ECHO Science Center. The big bee summit was organized by the Vermont agency of natural Resources Of key interest at the ECHO gathering was the presentation of the first national study map of uSa’s wild bees coordinated

by Insu Koh, The map is a powerful tool which points to bee declines as a significant threaten u.S. crop production.

“The study found likely bee declines in 23 percent of the lower 48 states, identifying 139 key agricultural counties, from California to the midwestern states, facing potential pollination shortages. The study will help decision-makers to focus conservation efforts,” according to uVM. a united nations report released just last month, with contributions from uVM researcher Taylor Ricketts, “finds that bees and other species important for agricultural pollination are declining, posing potential risks to major world crops.”

Leading the charge on today’s “Silent Spring” warnings of bee declines is uVM’s the Gund Institute for Ecological Economics, named after funding by the wealthy and environmentally minded Gund family. according to Forbes Magazine, “The Gunds have made a fortune from beer, coffee, cereal, glass, sports teams, banking, real estate and art. It all started with George Gund Jr., who sold the family brewery during Prohibition and bought decaf coffee CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

The University of Vermont has become a leading U.S. research institution on studying bee declines. Last week, UVM academics joined state officials, beekeepers, and farmers at a big bee biology and ecology summit at Burlington’s ECHO Science Center. Pictured last summer, UVM student Alex Burnham studies bee viruses and serves as a hive inspector for the National Honey Bee Survey.

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Act 46 school choice: confusion and chaos Vermont Watchdog Report

By Michael Bielawski

MOnTPELIER — Representatives and concerned citizens gathered at the Statehouse last week to study the continued impact of act 46 on school choice in Vermont.

The legislation was pitched last year largely on the notion that Vermont’s school choice would be left undisturbed. However, as non-operating choice districts begin merging with operating districts school choice is being eliminated, as has happened in Elmore and Westford.

“I know that act 46 says nothing in this act is going to make you give up your choice, but in fact we’ve found that’s not the way it is working,” state Rep. Cynthia Browning, D-arlington, said at the meeting.

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Continued from page 1 Police told reporters that Laramie was traveling west on Drake Road, when the vehicle left the road and impacted with a tree. Police noted that Forrest and Kinney were passengers of Laramie’s vehicle.

The three victims were taken to the Vermont Medical Examiner’s Office in Burlington for autopsies. The accident remains under investigation at press time.

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She’s never too old to follow her star

CCV student selected for NASA program

By Lou Varricchio

RuTLanD — Being an adjunct community college professor, I often experience, first hand, the uphill battle involved with spurring students—many of them the first-to-college family member—that they can accomplish most anything they put their mind to, given determination, geographical flexibility, good timing, hard work, and self sacrifice. While the current stagnant Vermont economy can be discouraging to young people, opportunities still beckon here, as well as out-of-state.

That’s why the story of CCV-Rutland student Dale Kenyon is an important one to share.

The 54-year-old female student—you might call her one of life’s late bloomers—will travel to naSa’s Langley Research Center to participate in nCaS, the naSa Community College aerospace Scholars program.

Kenyon, a resident of Shrewsbury, is proofpositive that the sky’s the limit when it comes to adult education and doing the fun and challenging things you used to only daydream about.

In May, Kenyon will join 216 other community college students, from other states, to be part of the space agency’s nCaS program.

The middle-aged CCV student has taken or is concurrently enrolled in 9-plus hours of STEM coursework, part of the naSa requirement.

STEM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math education.

“I have followed the space program since I was a little girl, and doing anything with naSa is a dream come true for me,” said Kenyon. “This program gives me the opportunity to do something that I never thought I would get the chance to do. I am not the traditional

I.T. student or naSa scholar; I am a 54 year-old woman. I hope people will see that you can do anything if you try and that it is never too late to follow your dreams.” according to CCV’s Matt Miller, “The fiveweek scholars program culminates with a fourday on-site event at Langley Research Center and offers students the opportunity to interact with naSa engineers and others as they learn more about careers in science and engineering. To be selected for the on-site portion of the program, Kenyon completed three modules on various topics and wrote a scientific paper on a manned mission to Mars that earned a successful grade. While at naSa, students form teams and establish fictional companies interested in Mars exploration. Each team is responsible for developing and testing a prototype rover, forming a company infrastructure, managing

a budget, and developing communications and outreach. The on-site experience at naSa also includes a tour of facilities and briefings by naSa subject matter experts.”

You have to excuse Dale Kenyon’s grin which extends ear-to-ear. She certainly worked hard to earn the privilege of rubbing elbows with naSa’s best scientists and engineers. Science educator Dr. James E. Heath, who has seen several community college students attend nCaS events, believes the experience makes a lasting impression on attendees. “naSa does much more than just astronomy. a variety of STEM fields are represented at naSa, so this program will allow students to explore a wide range of disciplines,” Heath said. “It’s a great experience, and a lot of fun.”

With naSa’s focus on sending humans to Mars in the coming decades—atop its new, Sat-

urn 5-like, giant Space Launch System rocket now under construction—it’s not surprising that Kenyon will be involved in contributing her thinking about the Red Planet effort.

“While at naSa, students form teams and establish fictional companies interested in Mars exploration,” according to naSa. “Each team is responsible for developing and testing a prototype rover, forming a company infrastructure, managing a budget, and developing communications and outreach. The on-site experience at naSa also includes a tour of facilities and briefings by naSa subject matter experts.” “nCaS not only inspires community college students to advance in STEM fields, but it also opens doors for future careers at naSa,” said naSa’s Tania B. Davis. “nCaS has a legacy of alumni moving from naSa internships to the naSa workforce. It is rewarding to see the progression of a student from nCaS participant to naSa colleague.”

With this project, Davis added, naSa continues the agency’s tradition of investing in the nation’s educational programs. It is directly tied to the agency’s major education goal of attracting and retaining students in STEM disciplines critical to naSa’s future missions, which include missions to Mars and beyond.

Note: The EagleÕ s Lou Varricchio is a CCV adjunct faculty member. He teaches courses on astronomy and dinosaur paleobiology. He is also involved with the NASA-JPL Solar System Ambassadors program in Vermont.

ABOVE: CCV Rutland student Dale Kenyon is part of the NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars project program at NASA Langley in Virginia.

Kenyon, a resident of Shrewsbury, will join other community college students as part of the NASA program. Pictured: Two NCAS community college students pose for a NASA photographer during an event held last year.

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Supreme hypocrisy

Grace under pressure

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Back in the gin-soaked Roaring ‘20s, poet and satirist Dorothy Parker asked author Ernest Hemingway about his use of the word “guts” in his new novel about World War I, titled “a Farewell to arms”.

“Exactly what do you mean by this ‘guts’?,” Parker asked the writer-adventurer. Hemingway replied, “By that I mean, grace under pressure.”

In a new, true-story book, penned by honorary Vermonter Blaine Harden, titled “The Great Leader and the Fighter Pilot”, you can learn all about what Hemingway was talking about. The book is a must-read since it will spur the reflective reader to ask him/herself— would I have such grace, such courage when faced by overwhelming odds?

Harden, the new York Times-bestselling author of “Escape From Camp 14”, returns to print with another nail-biting true story from the front pages of Korean War era newspapers—a 20th century era of political division and strife which lingers on into our 21st century like a malignant symptom of things to come.

Harden tells the riveting story of Kim Il Sung’s rise to power and a young north Korean fighter-jet pilot—Mr. no Kum Sok—who dared to single-handedly defy a dictator. Hemingway would be proud of Mr. no; his personal story has become the very definition of “grace under pressure.”

The author’s work is based on thousands of documents he found in Chinese and Russian archives as well as from never-before-released u.S. intelligence and interrogation files. “as Kim Il Sung ascended from Soviet puppet to godlike ruler and plunged his country into war against the united States, no Kum Sok noisily pretended to love his Great Leader,” Harden writes. “an elite fighter pilot and graduate of the north Korean naval academy, no escaped at the age of 21 by flying his MiG-15 out of north Korea. He landed in Seoul on Sept. 21, 1953, delivering the plane to the americans, not knowing they were offering a $100,000 bounty for the warplane, the equivalent of nearly $1 million today. The theft—just weeks after the Korean War ended—electrified the world and incited Kim’s bloody vengeance.” along with north Korean evils, Harden also reveals the dark-side of the allied forces fighting under the blue flag of the united nations, notably when it sanctioned the horrific carpet-bombing of north Korea, “killing hundreds of thousands of civilians and giving the Kim dynasty the fact-based narrative it uses to this day to inspire hatred of the united States.”

While Mr. no’s escape adventure is the stuff movies are made of—and Hollywood is probably already mulling-over Harden’s superb book—it’s also a cautionary story about the world’s longest-lasting totalitarian state.

The author of “The Great Leader and the Fighter Pilot” defies america’s typical head-in-the sand Washington officials and liberal pundits when it comes to our many (and growing) outside and inside threats.

“High School students in america debate why President Roosevelt didn’t bomb the rail lines to Hitler’s camps,” Harden writes. “Their children may ask, a generation from now, why the west stared at far clearer satellite images of... (north Korea’s) camps, and did nothing.”

For those interested in Harden’s two books about the ongoing Korean War, take note—he will appear at northshire Bookstore, located at 4869 Main St., in Manchester Center, at 7 p.m., on Saturday, april 9, to meet and greet.

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f President Obama and Senator McConnell were sincere public servants, they would be speaking directly to each other, discussing realistic ways they could perform their duties, while remaining loyal to their principle beliefs and the american public.

But instead of addressing the issue and speaking directly to each other, they are playing a calculated game of chicken.

Sadly this game never ends. It only gets worse and both sides are active players.

Dan Alexander Immediately upon the death of JusThoughts from tice Scalia, the president made it clear he Behind the Pressline would be nominating a replacement. at the same time, Senate Majority Leader McConnell declared the Senate would not consider a nominee deferring to the upcoming election for the new president to make the nomination.

Citing the 1992 speech given by then Senator Joe Biden as grounds for withholding hearings, McConnell is publicly standing firm, setting the table for a showdown with the president and pitting the two parties and the american public against each other.

These transparent public servants are so out of touch with the american public, it’s no wonder they can’t begin to grasp why so many primary voters are willing to turn the nation over to either a confirmed socialist or a real estate developer before letting a lifelong politician back in the White House.

Here is what should be happening behind the scenes: Obama and McConnell should be having private conversations discussing the dilemma they share and the best solutions available to them to address the equally divided court.

The president’s nominee is described as a moderate liberal. Scalia, as we know, was a hardline conservative.

The Republicans seem to be basing their decision to withhold the hearings on the certainty that they will take control of both the White House and the keep control of the Senate this fall. If they do not win both, they run the risk of placing themselves in a far worse position.

Should the Republicans lose both the White House and the Senate, they may find themselves having the current nominee withdrawn and an ultraliberal nominee put in his place.

Should Republicans hold the Senate but lose the presidency and refuse to approve a true liberal nominee, then due to recent Democratic appointments on the lower courts, it would leave the Supreme Court divided and would still end up favoring more liberal rulings.

If the Republicans take the presidency, but lose the Senate, being paint as obstructionists by the Democrats, the Senate will most likely reject any nominee not to their liking while allowing the lower court rulings to stand due to the stalemate at the Supreme Court level. unless our political officials learn to work together instead of calculating ways to obtain complete dominance over each other, no one wins and america loses. The games must stop and conducting the people’s business must come first.

Dan Alexander is associate publisher of New Market Press.

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Meat free

To the editor: after another winter of severe snowstorms and floods, I look forward to March 20, first day of spring, balmy weather, and blooming flowers.

Hundreds of communities welcome spring with an observance of Great american Meatout, asking neighbors to explore a healthy, compassionate diet of vegetables, fruits, legumes, and grains.

Indeed, 56 percent of respondents to a GlobalMeatnews poll said that they were or are reducing meat intake. u.S. per capita red meat consumption has dropped by more than 16 percent since 1999.

Mainstream publications—such as Parade, Better Homes and Gardens, and Eating Well—are touting vegan recipes.

Even the financial investment community is betting on plantbased meat start-ups, like Beyond Meat or Impossible Foods, while warning clients about the upcoming “death of meat”.

The reasons are ample. Last year, the World Health Organization found cancer to be associated with consumption of processed meats. The Dietary Guidelines advisory Committee recommended reduced meat consumption. The media keeps exposing atrocities perpetrated on factory farms. and, animal agriculture remains chief contributor to climate change and water scarcity and pollution.

Each of us should celebrate our own advent of spring by checking out plant-based foods at our supermarkets and vegan recipes on the internet.

Griffin Modolan Cornwall, Vt

Cal Coolidge

To the editor: Thank you, Mr. Varricchio, for the very kind and touching article about President Coolidge, his son John, and the Coolidge Scholarship program. It’s so nice to read such a loving, personal note about the President and his son. We work every day to live up to his standards, and we are very pleased that this new scholarship program will stand as a living memorial to him, by helping deserving young people do great things with their lives.

Rushad Thomas Program & Editorial Associate Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation Plymouth, Vt.

Births a girl Feb. 25, Victoria Grace Guidea, to nichita and Michelle Guidea of Bristol. a girl born Feb. 26, Taryn ann Rice, to nicholas and Melinda Rice of Fair Haven. a boy born Feb. 26, Benham Roy Rogers-Wilson, to amanda Rogers–Wilson of Shoreham. a boy born Feb. 29, arthur Edward Gowen Mayo, to Sean and ashley (Gowen) Mayo of Middlebury. a girl born Mar. 3, Emelia Jane Desabrais, to Matthew and Kayla (Gallipo) Desabrais of Pittsford. a girl born Mar. 6, William Matthew Danger Redding, to Cori (Billerman) Deans and Shawn Redding of Keene. a girl born Mar. 6, Virginia Jane Stender, to Dakota and Wendy Stender of Middlebury. a boy born Mar. 10, Connor David Mack, to Christopher and Kathleen (Snyder) Mack of Brandon. a girl born Mar. 13, June Sicely Krans, to Miles and alisha Krans.

News in Brief Egg hunt in Vergennes

VERGEnnES —Cornerstone Preschool and Champlain Valley Christian School in Vergennes will be hosting an Egg Hunt & Open House on Saturday, March 26, from 10 - 11 a,m. The hunt will begin at 10 a.m. Friends welcome. Tours of our facility will be provided.

Town right-of-way at issue

MIDDLEBuRY — The Middlebury Select Board authorized Town Counsel and Town Manager Kathleen Ramsay to negotiate easement documents with VCET in relation to VCET’s proposed project to replace the existing entryway to its offices in the Old Courthouse at 5 Court St. with a new one that will incorporate a redesigned, code-compliant handicapped-accessible ramp.

While the existing entryway to the building has encroached upon the town’s right-of-way without benefit of a formal easement agreement, the newly designed entry will encroach even further into the right-of-way.

To resolve this situation and enable the project to proceed, VCET had approached the Board with a request to grant it a permanent easement authorizing the construction and maintenance of the entryway.

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This year’s Hawaii raffle winners Nancy and Chip Malcolm: Raffle Co-chairs Elissa Cobb and Stevie Spencer; winners Nancy and Chip Malcolm, and Milne Travel CEO Scott Milne.

Middlebury woman wins local aloha raffle MIDDLEBuRY — This year’s winner of a Hawaiian vacation, raffled off in support of area hospice services, is nancy Malcolm of Middlebury. The Malcolms will be jetting off to the islands thanks to trip underwriter Milne Travel.

The winning ticket was drawn at the annual Lu’au, sponsored

by Middlebury Inn. 170 guests were treated to numerous culinary delights, donated by area restaurants and farms, and beverages donated by local breweries and wineries.

The true benefactors of the Middlebury Dream Vacation Raffle are addison County hospice patients and families. The funds raised from the raffle will be used to sustain excellent end-of-life care for the residents of addison County.

With community support from raffle ticket buyers, luÕ au attendees, sponsorships and countless donations from area businesses, Hospice Volunteer Services and addison County Home Health & Hospice are able to raise money to support area hospice services. Plus adding an online component to the auction through Bidding for Good helped fundraising efforts expand beyond county lines. Ò Mahalo—that’s thank you in Hawaiian—on behalf of the patients, volunteers, staff and boards of Hospice Volunteer Services and addison County Home Health & Hospice for to our community for their continued support of hospice services in addison County,” said raffle co-chair Eliss Cobb.

Porter appoints new V.P. for patient care, chief nursing officer MIDDLEBuRY — Porter Medical Center President Lynn Boggs, MBa, MSn, Rn, has announced the appointment of Karen Beinhaur, MSn/Ed. Rn, CEn, as Porter’s new interim vice president for Patient Care Services and Chief nursing Officer replacing Charleen Ryan who has resigned from this position.

Beinhaur has most recently served as Porter Hospital’s Clinical Director of Patient Care, and will be working closely with Chief Medical Officer Dr. Carrie Wulfman and the entire clinical staff of Porter to ensure the highest level of patient care quality, safety and satisfaction.

Boggs shared the news of this appointment with the entire Porter community on Monday and indicated both her confidence in Beinhaur to fill this role on an interim basis. “Prior to making this announcement, we spoke with the physician leaders for the medical staff last week to share this news and ask for feedback on this very important role,” she said.

“The first step for Dr. Carrie Wulfman and me was to consult with the physician heads of hospital departments to discuss our interim plan to fill this critically important role. after having these conversations, we were pleased to announce that Karen Beinhaur would be appointed to this position on an interim basis” she said.

Beinhaur has been a nurse for 20 years and came to Porter from her previous role as Clinical Director of Emergency Services and urgent Care at St. Joseph Hospital in nashua, n.H.; a 208-bed Magnet hospital.

She was born in Burlington, Vermont and grew up in Vergennes. In addition to her ED experience, she has worked in Medical/Surgical, Home Health and Physician Practice settings and previously worked at a Critical access Hospital in new Hampshire. Karen began her healthcare career as an Lna at Helen Porter Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Karen Beinhaur (while she was in nursing school) in the early 1990’.

“We have vitally important work to organize, including an evaluation of the main floor/SCu integration project and a close review of staffing in all areas but

most immediately on main floor and in surgical services,”said Dr. Carrie Wulfman. “I believe that Karen will be a strong interim leader and she and I look forward to working together with Porter’s caring and dedicated staff.”

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Brandon firm helps reinvent the log house

By Lou Varricchio

BRanDOn — When it comes to a technical construction and renovation challenge that would run rings around the competition, the McKernon Group, a design-build company based in Brandon, Vt., is more than up to the task.

Founded in 1987 by the late Jack McKernon, and business partner Kevin Birchmore, the McKernon Group has since evolved as a major leader in environmentally responsible design/ build projects. Its stunning portfolio of standing work encompasses a wide variety of construction jobs and styles. after McKernon retired in 2011, Justus Cameron joined Birchmore as part-owner; under the current management team, the firm continues its founder’s bold mission: assuring every client a high level of professionalism, efficiency and craftsmanship.

Taking on the job all varieties of headaches, big or small, are a standard part of the playing fields of the design/build industry’s big leagues—a rarefied stade where the pros adhere to rules of strict budgets, exacting standards, deadlines, and demanding customers. To this outsider, the McKernon Group’s staffers appear to relish jobs that other construction professionals would deem as giving severe agita, both technically and emotionally.

Take, for example, McKernon’s recent home renovation project, which in an ancient Greek drama would be a Herculean labor of Olympian proportions. McKernon President Kevin Birchmore describes it simply as a beautiful, upscale new York log home on 100 acres that had a moisture problem.

“The solution to this problem was to build a rain screen over the entire structure. While addressing this problem, the owners then decided to change the appearance of their house to a cedar-shingle adirondack-style. and with our 45 employees and various sub-contractors working in various capacities, we went to work— well beyond the typical bounds of a construction company.”

For 10 months of 2015 in one of the coldest winters on record in the northeast, McKernon’s crew—under Birchmore’s watchful eyes and working closely with visionary, award-winning Keene Valley, n.Y., architect nils Luderowski— performed their technical magic, transforming the entire exterior of the house giving it an entirely different look.

The approximately 7,200-square-feet house,

Brandon-based McKernon Group’s renovation of an upscale Adirondack-style log house as reimagined by award-winning Keene Valley, N.Y., architect Nils Luderowski.

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commanding a breathtaking locale in upstate n.Y., stands atop an isolated knob with a dropdead, 360-degree panoramic vista of the Hudson Valley countryside.

The site, while aesthetically unmatched in the region, is never-the-less exposed to the varied, four-season weather of upstate new York; so, as a result of the elements, the structure eventually needed repair. Luderowski and McKernon stepped in and the idea of the envelope became a reality. What had been a large log house was miraculously resurrected to a new, upscale life happily ever after.

“Within the 5 or 6 years of building this house,” says McKernon Vice President and Project Manager Justus Cameron, “the homeowner had spent a substantial amount replacing rotting logs, and realized this problem needed a long-term solution.”

That’s when architect Luderowski got involved. Building his adirondack vision in new York would demand the help of a design/build

team with unique precision and skill. Hence, Luderowski sought out the McKernon Group to devise a screen—more like an envelope—to go around the entire house. according to Cameron, the new York log home’s rooflines were reconstructed to control the flow of the local rainwater. and a 2×4 wall was added to all of the exterior walls.

“The resulting void between old and new walls was filled with urethane spray foam insulation,” Cameron adds. “The sealing work dramatically increased the R-value.”

The R-value is the measure of thermal resistance used in the building and construction industry.

Cameron points out that copper flashing on the house now gives it an upscale, distinctive look which makes it both whimsical and decorative at the same time.

If a picture speaks a thousand words, then the McKernon Group’s photographic record of the “before and after” process renovating

the new York log house could fill volumes of those interested in such construction details. america’s master architect Frank Lloyd Wright once wrote that only certain buildings would be become masterpieces over time.

“Organic buildings are the strength and lightness of the spiders’ spinning, buildings qualified by light, bred by native character to environment, married to the ground...,” Wright wrote. “Respect the masterpiece. It is true reverence to man. There is no quality so great, none so much needed now.”

By all parameters, then, Wright’s definition must be applied to the new York work of architect nils Luderowski and the McKernon Group.

Note: Read the feature-length story about the McKernon Group and its log house project, with accompanying color photographs, in the next issue of the EagleÕ s sister publication North Country Living magazine. The magazine is free available at many local stores next week.

Addison County students win in 4-H Horse Bowl BRISTOL — university of Vermont (uVM) Extension 4-H and Chittenden County 4-H co-hosted the Vermont 4-H Horse Quiz Bowl, March 12, on the uVM campus in Burlington. a total of 115 4-Hers from nine counties participated.

Forty-one 4-H teens, ages 14 and older, competed for a chance to represent the state in national competition. Taking the top four spots, thus earning a spot on the team, were Olivia Suker, Shrewsbury; Chelsea Carcoba, Danville; Lexy Brooks, Whitehall, new York (member of a Rutland County club); and Hailee Blades, Jeffersonville. They will compete this november at the Eastern national 4-H Horse Round-up in Louisville, Kentucky.

Other seniors finishing in the top ten, starting with fifth place, were Lauren Hodsden, Bridport; Bridget Webber, West Burke; Catherine Thrasher, Rupert; Hannah Lang, Essex Junction; Kimberly Gibson, Bristol; and nicole Cutler, Waterbury.

Five teens competed in the novice Senior Division, which was open to anyone, 14 and older, new to 4-H or quiz bowl. Coming in first was Destiny Lange, Wells River, followed by Jamee Barnum, new Haven; Sophia Barton, Williston; Kiera Robie, Milton, and Kaitlyn Relihan, Springfield.

Results of the Junior Division classes, in order of placement, were as follows: Juniors (12 and 13): Grace Parks, Essex Junction; Eva Joly, Essex Junction; Julia Hulett, West Pawlet; Faith Ploof, Essex Junction; Emma Cushman, Barre; allison Tourville, Georgia; Tanya Wheeler, Wilmington; ashley Ingham, Milton; Bella Joly, Essex Junction; Sophie Lee, underhill.

Juniors (10 and 11): anna-Lise Cooledge, Westford; Chloe Barewicz, Jericho; Zoe aigner, Fair Haven; Ryley Dubois, addison; Emma Rubin, Jericho; Emeillia Gomo, Chester; Shyanne Wedge, Shoreham; Marleigh Cary, Rutland; Emily Carpenter, Richmond; Chloe Stidsen, Hinesburg.

Juniors (8 and 9): Grace Trahnstrom, Mendon; Summer Le, Colchester; Isabella Barber, Clemons, new York (member of an addison County club); nora Davis, Waterford; Rosie Whitney, Westford; Samantha Donahey, Essex Junction; abby Williams, Chester; Jenna Bennett, Swanton; Calli Sprague, Grafton; ava Bunbury, Sheldon.

New fatty acid analysis, key to dairy production The St. albans Cooperative Creamery is the first dairy cooperative in the nation to provide new information to farmers about the fatty acids that make up the milk fat in their cow’s milk.

Local researchers found a direct correlation between the fat content in milk and farm management practices –this information will allow farmers to improve the way they feed and manage their cows as well as earn a higher pay for their milk. Recommendations from this research will support the economic viability of local dairy farms and ensure that consumers continue to have access to local, affordable dairy products.

“Thanks to the new milk analysis technology, we have developed recommendations farmers can use to improve their cows digestive health and how their cows are cared for,” explained Tom Gates of the Vermont creamery. “These recommendations will allow farmers to produce milk with a higher content of protein and fat which they earn a higher price for.”

“We are excited to begin applying this new information to our farm,” said Vermont dairy farmer Rebecca Howrigan. “My family will use it to make sure our cow’s diet meets their nutritional needs, and it will help us make decisions to ultimately produce higher quality milk.”

Recommendations to farmers on how to use this technology were developed by a team of dairy scientists from the university of Vermont, Miner Institute, Delta Instruments, and Cornell university. The technology measures fatty acids in milk, which are the building blocks of milk fat.

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Vermont Butcher Shop plans Rutland outlet RuTLanD – The Vermont Butcher Shop, the leading proprietor of “honest” meats and victuals from the Green Mountain State and surrounding area, will soon provide the newest ingredient in Rutland’s ongoing revitalization. nick DeLauri, co-owner as well as native son of Rutland, said the Vermont Butcher Shop closed on property on the northwest corner of Route 7 and allen Street earlier this month, and hopes to open the new store, the company’s third, by late June.

The high-profile site, a former Texaco station, has sat empty for years.

“We are thrilled to become part of the ongoing revitalization in Rutland, while providing simple, healthy food to customers in the greater-Rutland region,” DeLauri said.

The Vermont Butcher Shop, which specializes in grass-fed beef, heritage pork and humanely raised chicken, already has a commissary and retail store in Londonderry and a retail shop in Manchester Center. Like the other retail sites, the Rutland store will also feature a variety of house made sausages, pastureraised lamb, humanely raised veal, charcuterie, and seasonal specialties.

“Our goal is to help Vermonters live simpler, healthier lives, preserve working farms, our natural, working landscape, and the tradition of hard work, resourcefulness and self-reliance,” DeLauri said. “That’s a central focus of everything we do, from the way we raise animals ourselves, to choosing the farmers we work with to provide the best possible quality and value.”

DeLauri said the Rutland expansion fits well with the company’s principles.

“Our ideals include being a part of a community where people trust and rely on each other, and as we began to explore Rutland, our reception illustrated those qualities in spades,” DeLauri said.

Vermont Butcher Shop began considering Rutland after hearing about the effort to recruit Phoenix Books, spearheaded by Green Mountain Power. DeLauri contacted GMP Vice President Steve Costello last fall.

The discussion led to a broad collaboration involving GMP, Mayor Chris Louras and the Rutland Redevelopment authority, Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce, Rutland Economic Development Corp., MKF Properties, Downtown Rutland Partnership, and Castleton university. Several of them offered incentives to Vermont Butcher Shop, while others provided advice and information.

“Everyone worked together, providing creativity, a welcoming environment, support, and local knowledge on everything from zoning to possible sites,” Costello said. “The store will be

PEGTV scholarships for students in visual arts RuTLanD — Rutland County’s public access television station, is pleased to announce that we will once again offer two Courcelle scholarships in 2016. Two Rutland County high school seniors who exhibit a high level of proficiency and interest in visual arts and intend to pursue post-secondary education have the opportunity to win a $2,000 scholarship.

The 19th annual PEGTV Courcelle Scholarship honors the memory of Joe Courcelle for his pioneering work for public access television in Rutland. Joe Courcelle was an active member of the original board of directors, a dedicated independent producer and an integral part of the establishment of Rutland’s PEGTV. a special selection committee will review the applications and interview potential candidates. applications have been sent to Rutland County high schools for distribution to interested candidates and are due by May 1, 2016 with personal interviews conducted in mid-May. anyone interested in receiving an application may contact their high school guidance office or call Bryn Williams, Channel 20 program coordinator, at PEGTV at 802- 747-0151.

Experts to discuss law of the swim hole

RanDOLPH — Backwoods skinnydippers beware: The Sports Law Institute at Vermont Law School will present “Old Swimming Holes and Tough Mudders: The Law of Outdoor Recreation,” a free, public panel discussion at 12:45 p.m. Thursday, March 17, in Chase Community Center on the VLS campus. The event is free and open to the public and press.

“Legal issues abound in outdoor recreation—risk and liability, negligence, waivers and releases, insurance, contracts, and more,” VLS Prof. Brian Porto said. Panelists will include andrew Maass of Ryan Smith & Carbine, Ltd., Rutland, Marybeth Lennox, professor of sports administration, Castleton university, Mark Kolter of Darby Kolter & nordle, LLP, Stowe, Tom Montemagni, corporate attorney for Mount Snow, Denise andersen, paralegal for Mount Snow; and, Justin Guth, director of risk management at Killington Resort.

History museum hires Blair

The Vermont Historical Society has hired Ramsey Blair as guest services coordinator. She is an experienced customer service representative with extensive administrative, merchandising and retail sales background. She will fulfill customer needs for visitors at the Vermont History Museum in Montpelier, Vermont History Center in Barre, and the VHS online store.

a vast improvement to a long-tired corner, and represents one more chapter in the ongoing rebirth of the city.” a complete renovation of the Route 7 property is planned this spring, DeLauri said. In keeping with the effort to make Rutland the Energy City of the Future, the store will feature an air-source heat pump, LED lighting, and other energy efficiency measures.

DeLauri said the store would provide a quality of meat many customers haven’t seen before. “Treating animals humanely, feeding them a natural diet, and providing plenty of fresh air and water is the right thing to do,” Delauri said. “It also produces what we call ‘honest meat,’ a much higher-quality product that tastes better and provides a better value.”

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Bees

Continued from page 1 maker Sanka, which he traded for shares of Kellogg’s in 1927.”

“Today’s grand challenges lie at the intersection of environment, economics, and society.

We created the Gund Institute (at uVM) as a place for scholars, students, and practitioners to collaborate in developing solutions that are as integrated as the challenges themselves,” according to brothers Zack and Grant Gund. at last week’s ECHO gathering, participants learned that bees and other animal pollinators are essential to the world’s food supply. Fact: More than two-thirds of the most important crops benefit from or need pollinators, from coffee and cacao, to many fruits and vegetables.

Making a debut at the conference was a new educational video produced and released by the uVM Gund Institute. The film looks at bee research on various Vermont blueberry farms. as shown in the film, the ongoing re-

www.addison-eagle.com search supports wild bee habitats, increases crop yields, and advances farm management practices.

“Potential causes for bee declines include habitat loss, climate change, pesticides, pollution and disease. Vermont legislators are considering new protections for pollinators, including greater regulation of neonicotinoid pesticides, which have been linked to bee declines,” according to the film narration. “Further declines could mean higher agricultural production costs, increased consumer food prices, and an increased risk for malnutrition in some developing countries, researchers say.” an example of uVM’s work relating to Vermont blueberries is led by alison Brody; it suggests a novel combination of plants, pollinators and fungi could increase crop yields.

“Early results indicate that select fungi can make blueberry plants more attractive to bees by increasing flower size and nectar rewards,” according to the video. Coinvestigators include Taylor Ricketts, Leif Richardson, Jeanne

Harris and Ben Waterman.

Representing uVM’s bee efforts at the ECHO conference was Taylor Ricketts, Leif Richardson, Charlie nicholson (Gund Institute, Rubenstein School), Samantha alger (Biology) and Vern Grubinger (uVM Extension). uVM staffers revealed that new outreach programs are available to help local farmers, gardeners, beekeepers and government agencies to promote healthy bees.

Published by New Market Press, Inc. “Climate change is dramatically shrinking bumblebee habitats in north america and Europe, a study coauthored by Leif Richardson finds,” said one researcher at ECHO. “as temperatures rise, bumblebees are losing their southern ranges, yet unable to gain new territory in the north. This could threaten the survival of these species, and lead to mismatches between crops and bees that could impact food production, prices, and biodiversity.”

Auction, dance supports Rutland Catholic schools RuTLanD — The MSJ CKS annual auction and Dance will be held at the Holiday Inn in Rutland on april 2, 7-11 p.m. This adult event has been a success in helping both Christ The King School and Mount Saint Joseph academy with their respective fundraising.

The night will feature a Basket auction, a Silent auction of a variety of goods and services, and an expanded Live auction. The evening continues with Dancing to music provided by D.J. Michael Coppinger.

Tickets are $20 per person and are available from any CKS or MSJ family, at both school offices or by emailing harvey1014@comcast.net. For more information please call 802-775-0151 or 802-236-3485.

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Vermont farm biodiesel report now online from IEE From Staff & News Reports

MIDDLEBuRY — a new report, titled “On-Farm Biodiesel Production in Vermont: Legal and Regulatory Overview”, conducted by the IEE, Institute for Energy and the Environment, at Vermont Law School reviews all Vermont state and federal regulations related to on-farm biodiesel production.

Commissioned by the Vermont Bioenergy Initiative at the Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund, the report aims to inform farmers about the potential laws and regulations surrounding on-farm biodiesel production. “as statewide partners begin to find new ways to achieve the goals of Vermont’s Comprehensive Energy Plan, which identified biodiesel as a fuel that will help Vermont meet the 10-per-

cent renewable transportation goal for 2025, the On-Farm Biodiesel Production in Vermont report provides a timely review of the regulations that pertain to home-grown biodiesel production,” said Ellen Kahler, executive director of the Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund. according to the report’s findings, “while several of the federal regulations are only triggered by high levels of production, there are a number of state laws and regulations that may be triggered by small-scale biodiesel production, such as state air emission provisions that establish lower thresholds when compared to the federal Clean air act (Caa). In addition, it is critical to understand the role biodiesel production plays in the definition of ‘farm’ and ‘farming activities’ for the purpose of states laws, such as act 250 and the Current use Program.”

“Our institute’s research should help Vermont farmers understand the regulatory hurdles to producing biodiesel on the farm and help them convert a locally grown resource into economic and environmental benefits for Vermont,” said VLS Professor Kevin B. Jones, deputy director of the Institute for Energy and the Environment.

IEE researchers applied the legal review to three potential scenarios in the report, concluding with a convenient and accessible list of “do’s and don’ts” for farmers to use as a legal checklist as they move forward with producing biofuel in on-farm operations.

The complete report is available on the Vermont Bioenergy Initiative website along with other biofuel relevant reports and resources for local farmers.

4-H CLUB WINNERS — The top finishers in the Vermont 4-H Club Junior Division, ages 8 and 9, included several local residents. The winners displayed their ribbons at the conclusion of the Vermont 4-H Horse Quiz Bowl, March 12, in Burlington. Front row (for left): Grace Trahnstrom, Summer Le, Isabella Barber, Nora Davis, Rosie Whitney. Back row: Samantha Donahey, Abby Williams, Jenna Bennett, Calli Sprague, and Ava Bunbury.

Photo by Amanda Turgeon

TRACTOR SAFETY — Middlebury FFA mechanical science students at the Hannaford Career Center successfully completed their national safe tractor training program and received their certification cards during the current academic semester. These FFA members learned about small engines as they prepared for the Vermont FFA Mechanics Career Development Event.

HELPING ANIMALS — Homeward Bound, Addison County’s Humane Society, took advantage of the increased traffic during Middlebury’s Chili Festival March 12 by hosting a downtown coin drop to benefit the shelter. Funds collected will help feed and care for animals ready for adoption.

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PAUL ASBELL JAZZ GROUP @51 MAIN, MIDDLEBURY.

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25 Fri.

Friday: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

SMALL FARM ACTION DAY@ STATE HOUSE, MONTPELIER.

MAR.

30 Wed.

Wednesday: 9:00 am

Guitarist Paul Asbell has played & recorded with countless big time names.

The players he’s chosen are no less accomplished - bassist Clyde Stats, saxophonist Chris Peterman and drummer Gabe Jarett. This quartet blends bluesy swing, New Orleans grooves, lush melodies and fiery Latin tempos.

Details: 802-388-8209 or go51main.com 84737

MAR. MESSIAH SING@ 26 Sat. BURLINGTON WARD, 400 SWIFT ST., BURLINGTON.

Saturday: 5:00 pm

Rural Vermont joins the Vermont Young Farmers’ Coalition to host the next Small Farm Action Day. This event will focus on “On-Farm Slaughter: Preserving a Vermont Tradition,” and other issues affecting Vermont’s small-scale farmers. The day will include an advocacy training, opportunities to meet with lawmakers, and farmer-tofarmer networking.

For more info, farme stipend applications, and RSVP at www.ruralvermont.org or 802-223-7222.

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Saturday: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints presents Messiah Sing. There will be a pre concert social at 4:30 p.m., bring a non-perishable food item to benefit the local food bank.

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MAR. EASTER SERVICE@ 27 Sun. COMMUNITY HALL, BRIDPORT.

Sunday: 10:30 am

Blending the contemplative winters of the northeast with the solitary beauty of southwestern desert, Sam and Zach Dupont are co-conspirators in a shared passion that runs deep in their family Details: 802-388-8209 or go51main.com 84738

GIVING TUESDAY@ PROCTOR FREE LIBRARY, PROCTOR.

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29 Tues.

Tuesday: 2:00 pm

The public is invited to attend a special Easter worship service. Rev. Jeffrey L. Kauffman, Sr., of Addison will present “From Good Wednesday to the Resurrection of Christ.” Child care in available. The community hall is wheelchair-accessible and is found on the north side of the street, just west of State Route 22A. Info: hcfpastor@yahoo.com 86368

MARCH FOR MEALS@ WALMART PARKING LOT, RUTLAND.

After school activity making cat adoption bags to be donated to the Rutland County Humane Society.

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MAR. MESSIAH SING@ 26 Sat. PARAMOUNT THEATRE, RUTLAND.

Saturday: 3:30 pm

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25 Fri.

Friday: 11:45 am Rutland Branch of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints presents Messiah Sing. Bring a non-perishable food item to benefit the local food bank.

Info: lajeunessek@idspublicaffairs.org 86271

Please join Meals on Wheels of Rutland County to celebrate March for Meals!

We will meet and walk as a gorup with a banner through downtown.

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BLOOD DRIVE@ VARIOUS LOCATIONS.

MAR.

30 Wed.

RAVNAH BLOOD PRESSURE/ FOOT CARE CLINIC@ VARIOUS LOCATIONS

MAR.

30 Wed.

AND

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31 Thurs.

Godnick Center, Rutland: Wednesday: 12:30 pm N. Clarendon Community Center, N. Clarendon: Thursday: 12:30 pm

West Rutland Town Hall: 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Green Mountain Power: 9:30 am - 2:30 pm Details: www.redcrossblood.org or 1-800-Red-Cross

Cost of foot clinic $10. Info: 802-775-0568.

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Outdoor Living Trends

(naPS) — You can still have a hot time in your own backyard, even when the weather cools, if you follow these trends and enhance the natural beauty of your patio, poolscape, walkway or driveway.

Top Trends

Here’s a look at five delightful ways people make the most of their outdoor space these days, according to the experts at Bel-

www.addison-eagle.com gard, the go-to place for paving stones, fire features, brick ovens and other outdoor living elements.

• Get cozy: For enjoyment all year round, install a fireplace or firepit as a part of a backyard space to serve as a muchloved gathering spot and a complementary, permanent part of an overall outdoor living design.

• Bigger is better: Depart from the traditional small cobble and brick pavers and explore large-format pavers for natural stone looks that mimic the appearance and texture of slate, flagstone or hand-chiseled rock.

• Creative cohesion: Take advantage of modular units such as grill islands, brick ovens, wood boxes, fireplaces and more to create a customized outdoor space that works with a patio’s existing pavers to create a harmonious, cohesive look.

• Spruce it up: If a deck’s surrounding landscaping thins when the weather cools, consider planting fall perennials that bloom and thrive during those months including certain varieties of hydrangeas, mums and tall grasses.

• Pull up comfort: Define a space and create extra seating with built-in seat walls and add ottomans, throw pillows and stools to create an even more inviting outdoor setting.

Published by New Market Press, Inc. Homeowners can find further inspiration on ways to bring backyard dreams to life using the Belgard Idea Book or even uploading a photo of their own outdoor spaces to the Project Visualizer.

Paving The Way For Veterans

In addition to creating beautiful hardscapes installations, the company is dedicated to giving back through Welcome Home, an initiative aimed at supporting members of the military and their families. until Veterans Day, Belgard will donate $100 for every paver project installed to the uSO, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting, connecting and comforting american troops and their families throughout every step of their military journey. For more information about how you can contribute, please visit www.belgard.com/home.

This season’s trends are all about taking advantage of cooling temperatures rather than fighting them and adding simple, cozy touches to a patio area to make it a go-to entertaining destination.

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Tune-up Tips For Your Lawn And Garden Equipment (naPS)—Before you get out your mower, trimmer, blower, chain saw or pruner this season, there are a few steps and safety procedures you should review.

First, preparing your cold-weather outdoor power equipment for storage is important, says Kris Kiser, president and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI).

“Your snowblower may have worked hard all winter, so it’s time to give it a good cleaning,” said Kiser. “Remove any dirt or debris. Drain the fuel tank, and cover your snow-blower so it is protected from dirt and debris. Store your equipment in a safe place where it won’t be exposed to corrosive chemicals or moisture.” next, make sure the engine in any equipment is in good working order. Here are tips to help: • Check the fuel tank. Fuel left in the tank over the winter months should be drained or it could damage your equipment. Most fuel contains some level of ethanol, which contains corrosive alcohol and can phase separate. Drain the tank responsibly and put in fresh fuel that contains 10 percent or less ethanol (E10 or less). Dispose of old fuel properly.

• Inspect your equipment. Check for loose belts and missing or damaged parts. Examine all cables, brakes and wheels for signs of wear and damage. Make sure no safety features or guards have been disabled or removed. If you find anything concerning, replace the parts or take your equipment to a qualified service representative.

• Replace old oil. Run the engine for a few minutes to warm up existing oil so it will drain more easily. Stop the engine, remove the drain plug and empty the old oil (tilt the mower back to get it all out, if necessary). Replace the plug and refill the engine with oil recommended by the product manufacturer. Properly dispose of the drained oil.

• Install clean air filters. Engines and equipment run much better with clean filters. Paper filters need to be replaced.

Some foam filters can be cleaned and put back in.

• Change the spark plug. Pull off the spark plug wire and remove the old plug with a socket or spark plug wrench.

Install the new plug, being careful not to overtighten it, which could prevent the mower from starting.

• Examine and sharpen your cutting blade. Have your lawn mower’s cutting blade sharpened so you can get a clean cut on your lawn and not tear the grass. Sharper blades mean your lawn will be healthier and your lawn mower will operate more efficiently. Replace nicked or broken blades, which can come from hitting rocks or other debris.

• Check the undercarriage. always disconnect the spark plug before working around the underside of your mower. use a wire brush to scrape any old grass clippings or dirt sticking to the underside of equipment.

• Clean the equipment. Dirt, oil and grass can stick to equipment. Give everything a good cleaning so the machines can run more efficiently and last longer.

An annual tune-up can extend the life of your outdoor power equipment so it runs better and uses fuel more efficiently.

• Fuel equipment with E10 or less. Don’t use gasoline with more than 10 percent ethanol (E10) in outdoor power equipment. Some gas stations may offer E15 or other fuel blends, but this higher-ethanol fuel is dangerous—and is in fact illegal—to use in any small-engine equipment, such as lawn mowers, chain saws, generators, and other lawn and garden equipment not designed for higher-ethanol blends.

• Store fuel properly. Label fuel storage cans with the purchase date of fuel. never leave fuel that is more than 30 days old in outdoor power equipment.

• Review the instruction manual. Read the operator’s manual and refamiliarize yourself with the controls and what they do on the equipment. Make sure you know how to stop the machine quickly if needed.

Learn More For lots of other safety tips, go to www.opei.org. For further information on proper fueling, go to www.LookBeforeYouPump. com.

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Pollinators: Our Holiday Helpers Need Help, Too (naPS)—There are many holiday helpers who are putting in overtime so you may enjoy this festive season. Think of the package delivery truck driver, the store clerk who helps find just the right gift or outfit, and the grocery store associate who stocks the aisles with all your favorite foods. The work to ensure the holiday season is festive, however, starts much earlier in the year, with the millions of honey bees pollinating key ingredients for holiday meals, some of which may surprise you.

These amazing insects work hard all year long to help make sure your favorite seasonal dishes are on your table. a hive of bees must fly almost 55,000 miles to make just one pound of honey. now imagine how hard these bees must work to help prepare an entire meal. Take a look at how your holiday meal relies on honey bees and other pollinators: • Preparing your holiday meal takes time—everyone likes to snack while waiting. Gherkin pickles, salted almonds and artichoke dip are all appetizers that require pollination from bees.

• after waiting all day, you can finally dig in. Cranberry sauce and other side dishes—roasted squash, honey-glazed carrots and brussels sprouts—are all delicious additions to your meal that count on pollinators.

• need a refill on your apple cider? How about your eggnog? apple blossoms must be fertilized with pollen, as does the nutmeg that adds the extra flavor in your eggnog.

• no holiday meal is complete without dessert. Pump-

kin and apple pies are made up of key ingredients that require pollination.

Bet you didn’t realize how many of your favorite dishes rely on bees. as you gather around the table this season, remember bees need to eat, too.

Bees rely on the pollen and nectar from flowers and other plants to thrive. Without diverse nutritional sources, bees don’t have the energy that lets them travel, produce honey or perform any of the other tasks they need to survive. This is why the Feed a Bee initiative is working with people across the country to grow wildflowers to increase forage areas for bees and other pollinators. If we all give back to help feed the bees, they can continue to produce the fruits, nuts and vegetables we love to eat.

You can also join the effort to keep our holiday helpers fed.

Here are three ways you can help improve bee health and increase forage areas: • Give a gift to pollinators: By visiting www.FeedaBee. com, you can ask the Feed a Bee initiative to plant flowers on your “bee-half.”

• Commit to growing your own bee-attractant plants: The Pollinator Partnership’s Bee Smart mobile app can help you choose the best plants to grow in your garden to attract bees and other pollinators when the weather warms up in the spring.

• Share your planting photos: Show how you are helping pollinators by using #FeedaBee on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Tumblr.

To learn more about bees and why they’re important, visit http://beehealth.bayer.us/home.

Pictured: Bees visit up to 5,000 flowers a day so that you can enjoy your favorite holiday treats. This season, give back by keeping bees healthy.

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Living Landscapes Bring Surprising Health Benefits live within a half mile of green space (such as parks, public gardens and greenways) were found to have a lower incidence of 15 diseases by Dutch researchers— including depression, anxiety, heart disease, diabetes, asthma and migraines. a 2015 study found that people living on streets with more trees had a boost in heart and metabolic health.

• Living landscapes can even reduce attention-deficit/hyper-activity disorder (aDHD) symptoms. Children gain attention and working memory benefits when they are exposed to greenery, says a study led by the Centre for Research in Environmental Epidemiology in Barcelona. In addition, exposure to natural settings may be widely effective in reducing aDHD symptoms in children.

• Spending time around plants also improves concentration and memory in adults. Research shows that being around plants helps you concentrate better Studies show that green spaces and landscaping contribute to health, happiness at home and at work. Charlie Hall, Ellison Chair in and intellect.

International Floriculture at Texas a&M university, believes that spending time in gardens can improve (naPS)—There’s a good—and surprising—reason you may attention span and memory performance by as much pine for greenery. Living landscapes are an important part of as 20 percent. the outdoor lifestyle that americans enjoy but the benefits go • Gardening is great for the body and the soul. People beyond the barbecue and backyard baseball. Green spaces are who gardened for at least 30 minutes a week had lower body necessary for your health. mass indexes, a measure of body fat, as well as higher levels of “The advantages of grass and landscaping surpass the usual self-esteem and better moods overall. They also reported lower physical benefits that result from outdoor activity,” explained levels of tension and stress.

Kris Kiser, president and CEO, Outdoor Power Equipment In• nature walks (or runs) are great for your brain and stitute (OPEI). “numerous studies have found that people who stress levels. a national Institutes of Health study found that spend more time outside or who are exposed to living land- adults demonstrate significant cognitive gains after going on a scapes are happier, healthier and smarter.” nature walk. a Stanford university study found that walking in Researchers have studied the effect of nature on human wellnature, rather than in a concrete-oriented, urban environment, being for years, but recent studies found a more direct correla- resulted in decreased anxiety, rumination, and negative affect, tion between human health, particularly related to stress, and the and produced cognitive benefits, such as increased working importance of access to nature and managed landscapes. memory performance.

Here’s a look at a few: • Living landscapes help you heal faster. Multiple stud• Getting dirty is actually good for you, according to Dr. ies have discovered that plants in hospital recovery rooms or Christopher Lowery, a neuroscientist at the university of Bristol views of aesthetically pleasing gardens help patients heal up to in England. Mycobacterium vaccae in soil stimulates serotonin one day faster than those who are in more austere environments. production, which explains why people who spend time garden• You might even be a nicer person when you spend ing and have direct contact with soil feel more relaxed and hap- time in nature, as it enhances social interactions, value for compier. munity and close relationships. a systematic research review • Living near living landscapes can improve your men- concluded that “the balance of evidence indicates conclusively tal health. Researchers in England found that people moving to that knowing and experiencing nature makes us generally hapgreener areas experienced an immediate improvement in men- pier, healthier people.” tal health that was sustained for at least three years after they all these benefits reinforce the importance of maintaining moved. The study also showed that people relocating to a more yards, parks and other community green spaces. Trees, shrubs, developed area suffered a drop in mental health. grass and flowering plants are integral to human health. not • Green spaces can make you healthier, too. People who only do they provide a place

for kids and pets to play, they directly contribute to mental and physical well-being.

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For tips on maintaining a living landscape, even in drought conditions, go to www.opei.org/stewardship.

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Prepare Your Air Conditioner For Summer (naPS)—although the dog days of summer are months away, it’s never too soon to begin preparing for them. This includes taking a few simple steps to make sure your air-conditioning system is ready to properly cool your home.

Begin by clearing the area around your outdoor compressor, removing leaves, twigs and other debris that may have accumulated over the winter. The space around and above the unit should be clear and uncluttered. next, check the system’s filters, typically located along the return duct. Dirty filters can block airflow and reduce system efficiency, so it’s important to clean or replace them regularly, preferably every month when the system is operating.

Holes or separated joints in the ductwork can also impact airflow and efficiency, so turn your system on and make sure air is flowing properly through the vents. If you suspect a leak in the ductwork, hire a professional to make the necessary repairs. use this time to caulk and weather-strip around doors and windows. This often overlooked step will help keep cool air inside your home during warm summer months and warm air outside.

It’s also a good idea to add insulation around air-conditioning ducts when they are located in unconditioned spaces, such as attics, crawl spaces and garages.

Finally, contact a certified technician to do a preseason check of your system. an annual inspection should include the following: • Clean indoor and outdoor coils • Check your system’s refrigerant charge and adjust it, if necessary, to meet manufacturer specifications • Clean and adjust blower components to provide proper system airflow • Lubricate all moving parts • Inspect the condensate drain for clogs that can cause water damage, affect indoor humidity levels, and breed bacteria and mold • Check thermostat settings and system controls to ensure proper and safe operation • Tighten all electrical connections • Measure voltage and current on motors Taking these steps to prepare your air conditioner for summer will also help to extend the life of your system and save you money by detecting small issues before they become major problems.

To learn more or to locate a Champion HVaC contractor near you, please visit www.championhomecomfort.com, or follow them on YouTube and @Champion_HVaC on Twitter.

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Three Simple DIY Wood Projects That Will Make A Big Impact In Any Room (naPS)—Sometimes, all it takes to make a big difference in the look and feel of your home are a couple of minor updates. By picking the right pieces to refresh and choosing colors that make a statement, smaller projects can end up making a lasting impact. an unexpected Pop of Color. Make any room come to life in an unpredictable way by adding a bright color to an ordinary piece of furniture.

Minwax® Water Based Wood Stain is the perfect choice for a variety of projects like an end table or your child’s headboard. It is available in 40 different colors—ranging from rich wood tones to decorative colors like Perfectly Pink and Tangerine. First, apply Minwax® Water Based Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner to the wood prior to staining to ensure even stain color penetration and reduce grain raising on both soft and hardwoods. Then apply the stain in the color of your choice. To complete your project, topcoat with Minwax® Polycrylic® Protective Finish for long-lasting beauty and protection.

Show Off Your artsy Side. Create decor that you will be proud of and want to show off. One simple way to do this is to create a wood art project to use as wall decor. Whether you create a wooden frame for a prized photo or a trendy wooden sign, use Minwax® Wood Finishing Cloths to complete your project. They are easyto-use cloths that come pre-moistened with

stain and finish— even gloves are included!

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Take 10 Minutes To Stop Leaks (naPSI)—Want to stop wasting water—and money—at home? Become a leak detective! according to the u.S. Environmental Protection agency (EPa), the average american household has leaks that waste more than 10,000 gallons of water every year, or the amount of water needed to wash 270 loads of laundry.

But if you have 10 minutes, these clues can help you detect and fix leaks throughout your home: • Check your utility bill.

During the winter, if a family of four is using more than 12,000 gallons of water per month, it could be the clue to a leak.

• Read your water meter.

Check your water meter-often near the curb in front of your home or in the basement-during a period when no water is being used. If the reading is not exactly the same after two or three hours, you could have a leak.

• Take a 10-minute toilet test. Put a few drops of food coloring into the tank at the back of your toilet and let it sit for 10 minutes. If color shows up in the bowl, you have a leak. Make sure to flush after to avoid staining, and consider replacing your old toilet flapper if it is torn or worn.

While you’re waiting for your toilet test, here are other places to investigate for leaks around the home: • In the bathroom, tighten showerhead connections with a wrench or use a little pipe tape to stop those stray sprays and drips that are draining your water bill. To save even more, twist WaterSense labeled faucet aerators on your bathroom sink faucets, which can save the average family 700 gallons of water per year and enough energy to run a hair dryer 10 minutes per day!

• In the kitchen, check beneath the sink for puddles under pipes. Don’t forget the laundry or utility room!

• Outside, check that your hose connections are tight and your sprinkler system is in good working order. an irrigation system that has a leak 1/32nd of an inch in diameter (about the thickness of a dime) can waste about 6,300 gallons of water per month!

EPa has declared March 14−20, 2016, Fix a Leak Week to remind consumers to find and fix leaks. Take 10 minutes to be a leak detective. The water you save could wash your laundry for 10 months! Learn more at www.epa.gov/watersense.

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hocolate bunnies, Easter grass in baskets and lilies make us think of Easter and spring. But also think of your pets during the holiday. Lilies, beautiful and fragrant, are deadly to cats so please be very aware of your felines if you have lilies in your home or garden. all parts of the lily, including pollen are toxic to cats and cause sudden severe kidney failure and death, if not treated promptly.

Chocolate is harmful to both dogs and cats and should be kept out of reach of curious canines and felines.

Easter grass, if eaten, can pose a deadly threat. It’s enticing due to the interesting sounds it makes, how it feels on animal’s gums and its movement in the breeze but it can be very harmful if ingested. Keep an eye out for your pets this spring so you can enjoy without worries.

PEaCHES adult Bird. Male. Cockatiel. Gray.

I do not say words, but I love to whistle and chirp. My sounds

VBA announces new director

MIDDLEBuRY — The VBa Board of Managers is pleased to announce that Therese (Teri) Corsones of Mendon, Vermont, will succeed Robert (Bob) Paolini as executive director of the association, effective May 1, 2016.

Teri has been a VBa member since 1982, following her graduation from Cornell university Law School that year. Teri practiced law in Rutland for 25 years in a firm started by her father-in- law, Ted Corsones, with her husband, Cort Corsones, brother-in-law, Chris Corsones, and a number of partners and associates over the years. after Cort’s appointment to the trial bench in 2007, Teri began work “on the other side of the counter,” and is currently the Superior Court Clerk for the Rutland, addison, and Bennington units. She sat on the VBa Board from 2003 to 2011, and served as president of the association in 2010-2011. She has served on the Vermont Bar Foundation Board from 2006 to the present, and is currently president of that board. She is co-chair of the VBa Pro Bono Committee, chair of the Mendon Planning Commission, and has been the secretary-treasurer of the Rutland County Bar association since 1986. Teri also serves on the Judiciary advisory Council, Technology Oversight Committee, Civil Division Oversight Committee, Vermont Rules of Electronic Filing Committee, and Vermont Communications Support Project advisory Board.

McClaughlin named Breadloaf president MIDDLEBuRY — Middlebury-based Bread Loaf Corporation, a company of architects, planners and builders, has appointed Michael G. McLaughlin as president. McLaughlin, who has been employed at Bread Loaf for 18 years, will succeed Maynard F. McLaughlin, who will remain with the company as chairman.

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BO 6 Year Old. neutered Male. Bloodhound.

I’m an adorable, super sized fella. as you can see, I’m a big guy who will need lots of room in my new home so I can sprawl out and relax. I love hanging out outside and I’m happy spring is here. I’m a friendly guy who enjoys being with people. I also like to go for walks and I have nice leash manners which is good because I do need to lose some weight and walks will certainly help with that. I don’t actually do a lot but I do enjoy hanging out with my favorite people. I guess you could say I’m a laid back dog.

BEa adult. Spayed Female. Mini Rex Rabbit.

My name is Bea and I arrived here at RCHS on February 27 because my previous owner could no longer care for me and the other rabbits that were brought in with me. One of the rabbit’s names I came in with is Libby and we are being

New director named at ACTR

MIDDLEBuRY — addison County Transit Resources (aCTR) has selected a new regional director from a nationwide search. Bill Cunningham of Middlebury will report to Executive Director Jim Moulton and to the locally-based board of directors. new to the transit industry, Cunningham is a seasoned Vermont air national Guard leader who has earned several decorations for excellence. During his tenure with VTanG he founded and developed one of the nation’s top cyber schools with no start-up budget. His ties to the community include active involvement with addison County Special Olympics, the MHS/MuHS alumni association, the Lion’s Club and Middlebury Rotary.

“We are excited to have Bill as part of the aCTR team,” said Moulton. “With his help aCTR will be even better positioned to improve and expand services to meet the growing demand for public transportation in our region and around the state.” aCTR is mid-way through an agreement to provide management oversight of Stagecoach Transportation of Randolph.

Cunningham’s new position has an organizational counterpart at Stagecoach. The regional director provides local day to day operations oversight, ensures agency compliance with accessibility and safety laws and manages transit center buildings and grounds.

New CVAA senior meal site set

MIDDLEBuRY — There’s a new place for senior citizens to dine in Middlebury. CVaa officials have selected a senior meal site at the new Town of Middlebury Recreation Center: The first luncheon last month welcomed Chris Huston, Bread Loaf Corporation vice president of architecture, as the guest speaker; he walked seniors through the new space from conception to reality. a special noon-time meal followed. For details about the next Middlebury Recereation Center meal, all CVaa at 1-800-642-5119 ext. 1070 to reserve. Free transportation provided by aCTR; call 802-388-1946.

housed together here as we wait for adoption and it is nice to have companionship for sure. We would make a great pair and are very cute together. I am a bit shy overall but I still have a lot to offer and I do have the ability to warm up to new people and places.

BuD 1 Year Old. neutered Male. Pit Bull/australian Shepherd Mix. I’m an adorable and super friendly fella and I can’t wait to become your new best friend. I love being with people but I’m warning you now that I think I’m a lap dog and when you sit down I’ll climb up and sit on your lap making you laugh the whole time. and then I’ll give you a kiss. Tennis balls and squeaky toys are my favorite toys and I especially love to retrieve tennis balls. Mostly I enjoy carrying squeaky toys around. after I play for a while I’ll happily curl up near my favorite people to take a well deserved nap.

Adrian Bernhard Rutland County Humane Society 765 Stevens Rd. Pittsford, Vt. 802-483-6700 www.rchsvt.org Adoption Center Hours: Tuesday - Saturday: 12-5, Sunday & Monday: Closed

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eet Ohgie. 14 years, DSH Black w/ White, neutered Male. Ohgie is one big love bug! While many cats aren’t shy of telling you when they are done being petted, this guy lets you know when he isn’t done being petted. Ohgie came to Homeward Bound when his human friend passed away; while he has made a lot of friends during his time here, he would really like a human friend of his own to bond with. are you 55 or older? You’d be an ideal friend plus you can adopt Ohgie by donation.

Michelle Shubert Homeward Bound Addison CountyÕ s Humane Society 236 Boardman St Middlebury, Vt. 05753 802-388-1100Michelle Shubert Homeward Bound Addison CountyÕ s Humane Society 236 Boardman St Middlebury, Vt. 05753 802-388-1100

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Police Blotter

Middlebury man to make court appearance

MIDDLEBuRY — On March 17, the Vermont State Police conducted a motor vehicle stop on u.S. Route 7 in the Town of Middlebury. after a short investigation it was determined the accused, Brandon Raymond, 30, of Middlebury, was operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. Police said that Raymond was subsequently transported to the VSP new Haven Barracks for processing.He was released with a citation to appear in addison County Criminal Court.

Police investigate motor vehicle crash

nEW HaVEn — The Vermont State Police - new Haven is investigating the single motor vehicle crash that occurred the morning of March 8, 2016, at approximately 0836 hours. The vehicle involved, a black 1995 Mazda Miata, was traveling southbound on Vermont Route 116 when it traveled across the northbound lane into the ditch and striking a culvert. The operator was wearing his seatbelt and received minor facial injuries from the airbag deployment.

Police are attempting to locate witnesses to the crash. anyone with information is asked to contact the Vermont State Police new Haven, (802) 388-4919 or submit anonymously online at www.vtips.info or texting “CRIMES” to keyword VTIPS.

Man turns himself in to Fair Haven P.D.

FaIR HaVEn —On March 17, at approximately 10:20 a.m., Michael J. Gaylord, 38, of Poultney, arrived at the Fair Haven Police Department to turn himself in on an outstanding warrant.

On March 15, an arrest warrant was issued by Judge William Cohen of the Rutland Superior Court for an incident which occurred in Poultney on March 13. The warrant was issued for the following offenses: Interference with access to emergency services, domestic assault, kidnapping, sexual assault fear, sexual assault coercion.

Gaylord was taken into custody and brought to Rutland Superior Court for arraignment on the warrant subsequently sent to Marble Valley Correctional Center, in Rutland.

Teen charged in Hinesburg drinking incident

HInESBuRG — Vermont State Police Troopers, along with police officers from Richmond and Williston, responded to the area of 3542 Hinesburg Rd. in Charlotte after receiving information that an underage party may be taking place.

Police determined that a gathering was taking place in and around a barn structure located in this area.

Further investigation by police determined there to be people under the legal age of 21 years old consuming alcoholic beverag-

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es. In total, 16 Vermont Civil Violation Complaint tickets for consumption and possession of spirituous beverages were issued.

Zachary Trono, 19, of Charlotte was also issued a Vermont Civil Violation Complaint for the possession of spirituous beverages. Charges of enabling the consumption by minors are pending further investigation at this time.

Police reported that Munger was subsequently taken into custody and charged for DuI-Drugs and transported to the Vermont State Police Barracks in Rutland Town. after being processed for DuI-Drugs, Munger was released on a citation to appear at Vermont Superior Court, Criminal Division at a later time and date.

Woman arrested on Route 4

In brief

RuTLanD TOWn — Members of the Vermont State Police responded to u.S. Route 4 East near the intersection of Post Road for a report of a single vehicle crash earlier this month. a VSP investigation revealed that the vehicle, driven by alisa J. Wapinsky-Smith, 31, was traveling west on uS Route 4. She crossed the center line, driving into the east bound lane before correcting, going into a spin, and striking an embankment.

Wapinsky-Smith’s vehicle sustained moderate damage. The operator was able to get out of the vehicle and was still on scene when Troopers arrived.

Investigating troopers said Wapinsky-Smith displayed signs of impairment and was screened for DuI. She refused a preliminary breath test.

Wapinsky-Smith was subsequently arrested and processed at the Rutland Barracks. after processing she was released to a sober party with a citation to appear at a later date and time in Vermont Superior Court (Criminal Division). neither Wapinsky-Smith nor any other persons were injured during the crash.

Bruno’s Towing of Rutland, Vermont assisted at the scene by removing the vehicle.

Teen charged in Champlain Beverage burglary

nEW HaVEn — Through an investigation on social media, Vermont State Police identified the suspect of a Feb. 16 unlawful entry at Champlain Beverage in Leicester.

VSP Sgt. Paul J. Badger said Wesley B. Harpe, 18, of Leicester was cited into addison County Court and charged with burglary and violation of conditions. Harpe’s court date is Feb. 29.

On Feb. 16, at approximately 10:58 p.m., the Vermont State Police responded to Champlain Beverage on u.S. Route 7 for a reported alarm activation.

First investigation revealed a lone male subject—now identified as Harpe, according to the VSP—made forced entry into the Champlain Beverage convenience store.

Leicester man stopped

RuTLanD TOWn — Recently, troopers of the Vermont State Police assigned to the Rutland Barracks received a report through E911 of a vehicle being operated erratically southbound on u.S. Route 7 in Pittsford.

Troopers on patrol, with the assistance from the Pittsford Police Department, located the vehicle and conducted a motor vehicle stop in Rutland Town.

The operator identified himself as Jeremy Munger, 29, of Leicester.

Munger exhibited indication of impairment, police alleged. as a result standardized field sobriety tests were administered.

The operator voluntarily submitted a preliminary breath test which yielded a Breath alcohol Concentration (BraC) of 0.000 percent.

Students in Collegiate LaunchVT Event

CaSTLETOn — College and university students representing eight schools from around Vermont competed for cash awards in the first-ever Collegiate LaunchVT business pitch competition Feb. 19. Castleton university students nik Houghton, Hollie Byrne and Conner Johnson represented the Rutland region. “nik, Hollie and Conner did us proud,” said Castleton university Dean of Entrepreneurial Programs Lyle Jepson, “Vermonters are coming together through events like Collegiate LaunchVT to recognize and support young entrepreneurs like them. They are the future business leaders of Vermont, and our future is bright.”

Bristol center adds dentist, dental care

BRISTOL — Officials of the Mountain Health Center, a federally qualified Health Center, announced the addition of dental services coming in early 2016.

“This broadens the types of available services offered to not only current Mountain Health Center patients, but to the community,” according to Dr. James M Faulkner.

Faulkner joined Mountain Health Center with considerable experience including Board Certification in Orthodontics and working with children in general dentistry. Faulkner attended Colby College and proceeded to Georgetown university to receive his Doctorate of Dental Surgery. He completed his orthodontic specialty training at Boston university.

Faulkner has served as president of the State of Maine Board of Dental Examiners for many years and is a member of the Commission on Dental Competency assessments, the international board that assesses and reports the results of its examinations in dentistry and dental hygiene. He recently moved to Charlotte, with his wife, who is the school nurse at Monkton Central School, to be closer to their grandchildren.

Middlebury to install flashing signals

MIDDLEBuRY — The Middlebury Select Board agreed last week to sign a resolution in support of applying for a 2016 Vermont Downtown Transportation Fund Grant seeking funding for the purchase of four sets of flashing crosswalk signs, also called rectangular rapid-flash beacons.

In her recommendation memo to the Board, Planning and Zoning Director Jennifer Murray noted that the beacons were identified as a desired safety improvement by the Safe Routes to Schools Committee in the January 2014 Mary Hogan School Travel Plan.

Seeking grant funding under the Downtown Transportation Fund program would commit the Town to providing matching funds of 50 percent of the total grant award. Based on cost estimates, the town’s share would be approximately $14,000, of which $10,000 had previously been set aside in the Middlebury Downtown Improvement Fund Budget for the purchase of one set of beacons.

GREEN UP STUDENTS — Gov. Peter Shumlin and several elected state representatives joined student ambassadors from around the state in Montpelier for Green Up Day kick-off meetings this week. The Vermont State tax return now includes Green Up Vermont as a voluntary option for taxpayers to donate a dollar or more to charitable organizations. Also included are the Vermont Veterans Fund, the Vermont Children’s Trust Fund and the Vermont Nongame Wildlife Fund. “This is one more way people can participate and help ensure the Green Up Day tradition, now in its 46th year, continues for generations to come,” said Green Up’s Melinda Vieux. Always the first Saturday in May, this year’s Green Up Day is May 7.

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Forest Service closes access to Rattlesnake Cliff RuTLanD — u.S. Forest Service officials in Vermont announced that two prominent cliff sites on the Green Mountain national Forest’s (Rochester and Middlebury Ranger Districts have been temporarily closed in order to provide protection and critical nesting habitat for peregrine falcons.

Peregrine falcon populations, which suffered a massive decline in the 1940s due to the use of DDT, have made a significant comeback in recent years. Even though peregrines are considered a recovered species in Vermont, it is critical to minimize human disturbance to nest sites so that the species’ recovery continues. The bird is prominently featured on Vermont’s conservation license plate.

Each spring the Forest Service closes the Rattlesnake Cliff area (Salisbury) and the Mount Horrid-Great Cliff area (Rochester) through aug. 1.

Forest Service employees have posted signs in these areas to alert the public and let them know that the trails to the cliff overlooks are closed.

Officials want to remind forest users that disturbance of peregrine falcons and these nesting grounds is a violation of federal law and may result in a fine up to $5,000 and 6 months in jail.

The Forest Service encourages the public to report any harassment of nesting peregrine falcons to 1-800-75aLERT as soon as possible.

Clark awarded NESCAC All-Academic honors at Bates LEWISTOn — Britta Clark, a member of the nordic skiing team at Bates College, received new England Small College athletic Conference (nESCaC) all-academic distinction for the winter 2016 season. To receive nESCaC all-academic honors, an athlete must have reached sophomore academic standing and be a varsity letter winner with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.35.

Clark, the daughter of Shari M. Brown of Ripton, and anthony G. Clark of Goshen, is a 2012 graduate of Middlebury union High School. She is majoring in environmental studies and philosophy at Bates.

5K Run/Walk to benefit Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports, Kids on the Move KILLInGTOn — The 24th annual Vermont Sports Medicine Centers’ (VSMC) 5K Run/Walk will be held this year on Saturday, april 30th and all proceeds from the event will benefit Vermont adaptive Ski and Sports and Kids on the Move.

The annual event has become a staple among the “first 5Ks of the season,” where all ages and abilities are welcome to walk or run for two local causes.

The 5K course starts and finishes at VSMC located at 5 albert Cree Drive, across from Rutland Regional Medical Center. Preregistration is suggested and first 100 to preregister will receive an event t-shirt. The cost if one preregisters is $20/adults and $15 for kids ages 10-17. Day of registration cost is $25/adults and $20 for kids ages 10-17. Kids under 10 are free and adaptive athletes participate for free.

The Kids Fun Run begins at 10 a.m. with the 5K run/walk immediately following after the fun run. Refreshments will be available for all participants, and prizes will be awarded to first-place finishers in all runner age groups.

Meals on Wheel of Rutland: Share the Love RuTLanD – Meals on Wheels of Rutland County partipcated in the Share the Love Event to help fight senior isolation and hunger.

“The Southwestern Vermont Council on aging cannot do its work or fulfill its mission unless we are united in partnership with a broad coalition of community members and partners, private businesses and nationwide associations like Subaru and Meals on Wheels america. By joining forces we boost our effectiveness and continue our mutual efforts in providing nutritious meals to homebound seniors within Rutland County. For that, we thank all who made this donation possible,” according to Sandy Conrad of Southwestern Vermont Council on aging.

This local effort was part of Meals on Wheels america’s annual participation in Subaru’s national year-end Share the Love Event. For every new Subaru vehicle sold or leased, Subaru donated $250 to the purchaser’s choice of participating charity.

Local Meals on Wheels america Member programs, like Rutland County Meals on Wheels, that partner with the car retailer to raise awareness for the Share the Love Event are eligible to earn grants of up to $20,000. This can provide an extra layer of support to help deliver nutritious meals and other important services to seniors in Rutland County.

WINGING IT — Student, 4-H Club member, and future farmer Raymond Bushey of Addison presented an informative public talk about pigeons at the 4-H Poultry Quiz Bowl and Skill-a-thon, sponsored by University of Vermont Extension 4-H at Johnson State College in Johnson on March 5. If there’s anything you want to know about the care, feeding and breeding of pigeons, Bushey is your man.

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Seniors get help in lowering bills RuTLanD — The Southwest Vermont Council on aging is now receiving a grant from Efficiency Vermont to help seniors over the age of 60, as well as eligible younger disabled citizens, save energy and money in their homes through home energy visits.

The process of thE project breaks down in the following ways: a home energy referral form is filled out and then passed into SVCOa’s volunteer Rutland-area coordinator aaron Brush.

If the home has been weatherized in the last 3 years, then nothing more can be done. If it has not been weatherized, then SVCOa checks the individual’s home electricity usage (kw/h).

From this point, there are two types of referrals; high-users (greater than 10,000 kWh/year) and non-high users (less than 10,000 kWh/year).

If the individual is a non-high user (regardless of income), then an SVCOa will send a trained volunteer to go in and complete a walkthrough and direct install of energy efficient products. If the individual is a high-user, then we look at income in the following manner: The Target High use Form will then be forwarded on to Efficiency Vermont and BROC. Then, within 30 days of receiving the Target High use Form, BROC will send out one of their trained volunteers to complete the direct install of energy efficient products as well as to install new appliances (if needed).

For low income households (with an income of less than $42,062.40), an SVCOa volunteer will go out and complete the direct install of energy efficient products.

If you are interested in scheduling a visit, ontact aaron Brush at 802-772-7835 or fill out a home energy visit referral form (www.SVCOa.org). You can also contact Brush with questions.

REDC names directors, locates in new office RuTLanD — Rutland Economic Development Corporation (REDC) Executive Director Lyle Jepson announced the appointments of Sara Gilbert and Tyler Richardson as assistant directors of REDC. Gilbert was most recently the director of business development at neighborWorks of Western Vermont, a homeownership nonprofit and community lender, where she oversaw marketing and community outreach. Gilbert also worked as a planner for the Rutland Regional Planning Commission, where she supported town planning, hazard mitigation, and regional transportation initiatives.

Gilbert is a former volunteer with the Rutland Creative Economy and a founding board member of Rutland Young Professionals. Vermont Business Magazine named her a 2014 Vermont Rising Star. at REDC, she will develop strategic initiatives focused on business growth, retention and employee recruitment.

Tyler Richardson joined REDC after seven years as administrative services director for the nebraska REaLTORS association, where he was responsible for membership communications, planning, and outreach, including social media marketing. He also worked for the League of Human Dignity and Woodmen accident & Life Company, both of Lincoln, neb.

Richardson is also a member of the Rutland Young Professionals. at REDC, he will market economic opportunity in the Rutland Region and will focus on business site location, incubator development and financing opportunities.

TEACHER & STUDENTS — Jessica Levin Martinez of the Harvard Art Museums, will be at Middlebury College, April 13, at 4:30 p.m., in Mahaney Center for the Arts’ Room 125, to discuss new strategies for teaching the arts and related learning. The free event is sponsored by the Middlebury College Museum of Art, Museum Studies Enrichment Fund, Education Studies, and the Department of History of Art and Architecture. Pictured: Martinez with students.

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STUDENT SHOWDOWN — PEGTV’s new weekly half-hour quiz show “Academic Showdown”, featuring local high schools, has just wrapped up round one of competition and the winning teams have moved on to the semi-finals. Teams from Proctor High School, Fair Haven Union High School, West Rutland School and Otter Valley Union High School have all advanced to the final four showdown. Proctor meets FHUHS March 24 and West Rutland mets O.V. March 31. The winners go to the championship April 7. The show airs on PEGTV channel 20 on Thursdays at 7 p.m.

Local farmers plan Small Farm Action Day for March 30 MOnTPELIER — Following on the success of Rural Vermont’s Small Farm action Day last month, Rural Vermont and the Vermont Young Farmers Coalition partner to host the second in this series of three Small Farm action Days at the Vermont State House on Wednesday, March 30.

These events provide farmers the opportunity to engage legislators in thoughtful conversation about the unique challenges that small farms face and the need for flexible, scale-appropriate laws and regulations.

The focus of this month’s Small Farm action Day will be on-farm slaughter, a longstanding staple of Vermont’s local food system. In 2013, farmer activists backed by Rural Vermont successfully advocated for the passage of act 83, which recognized and legitimized this traditional practice that Vermonters rely on to feed themselves and their neighbors. However this law was passed with a “sunset” provision, which would automatically repeal the law on July 1 of this year. a bill is under consideration that would keep the law in effect. at Small Farm action Day, participants will send a clear message to lawmakers: we must preserve the Vermont tradition of on-farm slaughter –it has been essential to generations of Vermonters, and it is a critical component of Vermont’s food and farming future.

Small Farm action Day will include briefings on the on-farm slaughter issue along with other

pending legislation affecting small farms and the communities they feed. Part of the day’s program is training and tips for effective citizen advocacy as well as assistance in arranging meetings with the participants’ own legislators.

“Rural Vermont’s Small Farm action Day brings farmers en masse to the Statehouse. What a brilliant idea! We get to meet our legislators, learn about and weigh in on issues that directly affect us every day. This is a productive (and fun!) opportunity to come together with other farmers to catch up, share ideas and show strength

in numbers,” said Lindsay Harris of Mountain Home Farm in Tunbridge a previous Small Farm action Day participant. She invites other farmers to join her at the March event, “Don’t let the people in power decide what is good for Vermont farmers, come on and tell them!”

Rural Vermont will continue to offer stipends to help make it possible for farmers to take time away from their farms and travel to Montpelier to participate in the legislative process. The stipends, made possible by a “Small and Inspiring Grant” from the Vermont Community Founda-

tion, will help farmers cover costs associated with child care, temporary farm labor, and transportation.

The final Small Farm action Day of the 2016 legislative session is scheduled for Tuesday, april 26.

Rural Vermont is a non-profit organization representing Vermont’s community of family farmers, neighbors and citizens committed to supporting and cultivating a vital rural economy and community. Rural Vermont believes family farms and the food that they provide are at the heart of thriving communities and environmental sustainability. Towards this end, Rural Vermont strives for fair regulation for farmers and works to counter corporate consolidation of agriculture and our food system.

The Vermont Young Farmers Coalition is an organization created by and for young Vermont farmers. Their areas of focus include policy change, network building, and farmer development. Find them on Facebook.

Small Farm Action Days are free and open to all farmers and their customers. More information, RSVP (highly encouraged), and farmer stipend applications can be accessed at www.ruralvermont.org or by calling 802-223-7222.

PHOTO: Vermont farming activist Peter Harvey speaking with State Rep. Teo Zagar at last month’s Small Farm Action Day.

Fish & Wildlife announces opening of spring trout season MOnTPELIER — Vermont’s traditional trout fishing season is set to open on Saturday, april 9, and officials from Vermont Fish & Wildlife say the mild winter could be a boon for early season trout action across the state.

“Snow is either already gone or disappearing from the riverbanks quickly,” said Eric Palmer, fisheries director with Vermont Fish & Wildlife. “anglers should have good access to rivers and streams throughout the state, and water temperatures may warm up enough to get the trout moving and feeding early this year.”

Vermont’s spring trout season, which is wellknown among resident and non-resident anglers alike, can often afford an angler the greatest opportunity to catch trout in rivers and streams.

“Some of the biggest trout caught in Vermont rivers each year are taken during the spring season,” said Palmer. “and, given the current conditions, you may see some really nice trout taken starting on april 9.”

Vermont is known for its excellent fishing opportunities for wild trout, as well as for stocked trout – including large, two-year old “trophy” trout that will be stocked statewide later in the spring. Early spring fishing is generally supported by wild trout, while much of the stocking in streams and rivers gets underway in early May. nearly 20,000 large, “trophy” trout will be stocked throughout Vermont in 2016, and anglers will be able to fish over 18 miles of rivers and 25 lakes and ponds that are designated as trophy water.

“Vermont’s strong trout populations are supported by quality, diverse habitats ranging from small mountain brooks to larger rivers and even cold-water ponds that hold numbers of trout,” said Palmer. “ultimately, this makes for great fishing opportunities and a really enjoyable outdoor activity for everyone from the avid angler to families and friends looking to enjoy Vermont’s great outdoors. and, fresh-cooked Vermont trout is truly delicious if you choose to keep your catch.” anglers who like to fish and release their catch don’t need to wait for opening day. There are yearround catch-and-release fishing opportunities for trout and bass in Vermont. See page 58 of the 2016 law digest for a list of rivers open to year-round trout fishing.

Planning a Vermont spring fishing trip is easy.

The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department has a 2016 Vermont Hunting, Fishing and Trapping Laws and Guide that includes maps showing lakes and streams as well as fishing access areas and public lands.

The guide also lists the fish species found in each body of water and includes the state’s fishing regulations. Copies are available where fishing licenses are sold, or by calling the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department at 802-828-1000. You can also download sections of the publication fromwww.vtfishandwildlife.com. additionally, anglers can visit www.vtfishandwildlife.com to purchase a fishing license, view department trout stocking schedules, and learn more about fishing in Vermont.

Joel Flewelling of Poultney caught and released this beautiful brown trout while fishing the Batten Kill River on the opening weekend of the 2015 Vermont trout season.

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Continued from page 1 fully, to the House Education Committee to allow schools to maintain choice while merging under act 46.

State Rep. Mike Hebert, R-Vernon, represents a town that is in a unique situation regarding school choice and act 46. In 1954, Vernon’s Brattleboro High School was allowed to have school choice despite joining a union school district.

Hebert says that situation is now in jeopardy.

“What’s come into play now is if we do this new unified district (to conform to act 46), if someone launches a legal challenge in that district challenging why we get school choice, there’s an equity issue,” he said. “We’re not sure that a court is going to have our historic and traditional values, and our legal precedents, outweigh what the equity would be.”

Hebert added that act 46 is too ambiguous.

“Part of the problem is, I’ve gone to several different study committees now and everyone has a different opinion of what things in the bill mean,” he said. under act 46, the state uses tax breaks to incentivize districts to merge. Districts that agree this year to combine reap the best rewards. If districts choose to do nothing, they can still apply for an alternative structure agreement or seek exemptions from act 46 requirements.

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Wolcott, part of the Orleans Southwest Supervisory union, in the northeast Kingdom, is at the center of another school choice debate. according to state Rep. Linda Martin, Wolcott is looking into options for forming an alternative district.

“I’ve been assured by the chair of the Education Committee. (Rep. David Sharpe of addison County) is actually going to write me a letter, that I hope to bring to the board on Tuesday evening, saying that Wolcott could be set up as an alternative district and preserve its choice the way it is.”

She said the town would remain a standalone district within the OSSu. “We wouldn’t have to agree on it,” she said.

“We could just stay the way we are, but we would lose our small school grant, which I believe is about $32,000.”

Martin also commented on this year’s prospects for making changes to act 46.

“They’re not going to do anything this year.

I think they are still waiting to see how it plays out. It sounds like … they want communities to continue to have really hard discussions around what they want to do.” alison anand, a retired teacher and environmental scientist from Richmond who attended Thursday’s meeting, summed up the feeling of many of those in attendance.

“I got the feeling today of almost desperate

confusion and a sense of desperation about what to do. This was caused by ambiguities in act 46,” she said.

Contact Michael Bielawski at mbielawski@watchdog.org.

The Vermont Eagle • March 26, 2016 | 25 ON THE COVER: Representatives and concerned citizens gathered at the Statehouse last week to study the continued impact of Act 46 on school choice in Vermont. Pictured: Stowe residents discuss alternatives to merging with other towns under Act 46.

Bruce Parker photo

Newcomers to Midd Select Board MIDDLEBuRY — Middlebury Town Clerk ann Webster swore in newly elected Select Board members Victor nuovo and Heather Seeley on March 8. Board members then elected Brian Carpenter as chairman for the coming year, and nick artim as vice chairman.

The Board agreed to set its regularly scheduled meeting day and time as the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, at 7 p.m.

The Select Board may also made following appointments, which typically are needed early in the year: Resident Eric Murray was named the town’s delegate to the addison County Solid Waste Management District Board of Supervisors and member Laura asermily was appointed as alternate. Both individuals served in the same capacity in 2015.

Peg Martin was appointed Green-up Day Coordinator for the Town of Middlebury, a role that she has filled for many years.

The Board will make appointments to other town standing committees in april.

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