Food Safety & Retail: Taylor Farms is recalling 20 jalapeño-based dips, salsas and guacamole products after a Salmonella outbreak tied to fresh jalapeños; affected items have reached major retailers including Target, Walmart, Kroger and Trader Joe’s, with 345 reported illnesses across 27 states. AI & Health Care: Vermont’s AI push keeps moving—Gov. Phil Scott’s AI Economic Task Force update highlights workforce and trust questions, while Assort Health names a new Chief Medical Officer to help health systems deploy AI agents across the patient journey. Public Health Access: The VA has signed a lease for a new South Burlington outpatient clinic, with first services expected in spring 2029, expanding primary care plus mental health and specialty services. Community Health Services: Vermont Care Partners certifies four more agencies as CCBHCs, bringing the state total to six integrated community-based health centers. Local Business & Tech: Kinney Drugs pulled back an AI phone tool after customer complaints about refill delays and confusion. Housing: Rutland celebrated Maplewood Commons Apartments—30 permanently affordable units with services and vouchers for residents. Policy & Courts: The U.S. Justice Department sued New York, Connecticut and Vermont over in-state tuition and aid for undocumented students. State Government & Media: Gov. Scott’s executive order prioritizes state advertising spending with local news outlets and requires agencies to report ad expenditures. Safety & Infrastructure: Route 2A construction in Williston continues to disrupt commutes, with drivers reporting standstills. Environment & Research: Vermont’s bear research got a $3,042 donation for new GPS tracking collars to study female bear reproduction and population dynamics.