AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHealth Care: Rutland Regional Medical Center earned Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for the fourth straight time, underscoring its push for nursing excellence. Entrepreneurship: LaunchVT’s Demo Night is set for June 16 at Hula, with the 2026 cohort pitching to investor judges and cash awards for Vermont startups. Child Care & Labor: A new UVM-led study finds intensified ICE activity reshaped the childcare workforce, cutting capacity and employment—especially among immigrant women in regulated childcare settings. Cannabis Policy: Vermont’s marijuana regulators are calling out a frustrating lack of federal guidance as rescheduling moves create uncertainty for businesses. State Budget & Schools: Alburgh voters will see a revised $8.2 million school spending plan after earlier rejections, with the district aiming to fund the education center and out-of-county tuition. Infrastructure & Traffic: Vermont’s weekly road construction report flags ongoing I-89 paving and bridge work, plus VT 14 resurfacing and VT 17 shoulder repairs. Local Business: Morse Block Deli in Barre is marking its 10th anniversary this summer, built on locally sourced food and community support.
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