A new senior housing project in Brattleboro, Vermont’s redistricting task force is wrapping up its work, and today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. We'll talk with a local pride group about how to observe the day.

Here’s some of what we’ll cover in today’s episode: People who get Medicare health insurance need to take action soon to get the coverage they need; a statewide program that provides shelter during the coldest months for people without housing will start up soon; and a former artistic director at the Kennedy Center curates a Burlington jazz festival.

A taskforce charged with redrawing school district maps doesn’t; What is the legal definition of hemp?

After the longest government shutdown in history ended last week, Vermonters who use the food assistance program SNAP had their benefits fully restored; another small college closes; and the winner is… fifth graders vote to choose a “Kid Governor.”

A big drugstore chain settles claims that it overcharged Vermont customers; tips for staying safe on Vermont’s roadways; some volunteers work to resurrect a local newspaper in Rutland County; and because it’s Friday, a dose or two of music.