Nathaniel Wilson
Morning News Producer-
Camp Ta-Kum-Ta provides a summer camp experience each year for children with cancer, those who are recovering and their families at their property in South Hero. They also now offer year-round programming. The camp's executive director says summer camp is a unique experience that provides children with the opportunity for connection.
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Last month, H.55 became law, authorizing Vermont State Treasurer Mike Pieciak to establish a Vermont Baby Bond Trust program and develop a pilot. The program will provide funds to young Vermonters born into poverty. Their use is limited to wealth-building activities.
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Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium Director and Senior Meteorologist Mark Breen joined Vermont Public to give a live storm update on the morning of July 11.
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Last month, early voting started for Vermont's primary election. Vermont's 45-day window to vote either by mail or in person is the longest in the country. Primary election day is Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024.
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Outright Vermont, a statewide nonprofit that focuses on supporting LGBTQ+ youth, announced last month that it acquired Camp Sunrise, a 146-acre property in Orwell. The organization is aiming to start hosting Camp Outright, a "summer camp with a queer twist," at the site.
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Gov. Phil Scott signed legislation that allows primary care physicians to order tests and certain medications without seeking prior authorization from a health insurance company — a process many doctors say can delay treatments. Insurers said the bill would lead to rate increases.
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Sen. Bernie Sanders announced on May 6 that he will seek reelection to the U.S. Senate. The 82-year-old is hoping to serve a fourth consecutive term.
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This weekend marks Waking Windows' third festival since taking two years off due to the COVID pandemic. Venues around Winooski will showcase musicians, comedians, local authors and more for the three-day event.
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Burlington-based HOPE Works is Vermont's oldest and largest sexual violence crisis center. Executive Director Natania Carter reflects on 50 years of service.
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Eid al-Fitr is an Islamic holiday commemorating the end of the month of Ramadan. It's a time to celebrate spiritual renewal and everything learned during dawn to dusk fasting. The University of Vermont Muslim Student Association threw its own celebration Friday, and several students shared what the holiday means to them.