The home for Vermont Public's coverage of economy and working issues affecting the state of Vermont.
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In Chittenden County, the median sale price of a primary home reached $500,000 last year.
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The African Diaspora Foodways Institute of Vermont has begun by providing professional development, marketing support and $10,000 grants to four entrepreneurs.
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Jericho and Underhill are still farming communities — and these volunteers are working to keep it that way.
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According to Vermont State Treasurer Mike Pieciak, 55% of those enrolled in the new Vermont Saves retirement plan are younger than 40, while 30% are younger than 30.
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Inflation remained elevated last month as President Trump's tariffs continued to make their way into the prices that consumers pay. The average cost of living in July was up 2.7%.
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Prices have risen a bit, but companies have been finding ways to delay price increases — for now.
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After months of deliberations, the board voted 4 to 2 against a proposal to build a 107,000-square-foot facility.
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Girlington Garage has seen some surprise price hikes for auto parts since tariffs took effect.
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Grocers haven’t been able to place orders with United Natural Foods, and far fewer deliveries have come in for everything from tofu to dairy, paper products and canned food.
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The Northlands Job Corps Center, located in Vergennes, is one of 99 contractor-run Job Corps centers nationwide. They provide education, skills training, housing, meals and health care to low-income students ages 16-24.