Healthcare & Rural Economy: Copley Hospital is opening the Copley Express Lab in Morrisville on Aug. 3, aiming to keep Lamoille County testing local after decisions that would have routed work out of state—positioning the new center as faster for patients and “competitive” on price. State Politics & Business Climate: A Green Mountain State Poll finds Gov. Phil Scott’s approval sliding to its lowest since 2022, with Democrats largely undecided ahead of the 2026 race; the poll also shows Molly Gray leading the Democratic field and Scott’s GOP challengers shaping the contest. Regional Fiscal Planning: Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation will host an “Over the Horizon” CEO Roundtable July 7 on state revenue pressures and macro risks, featuring Treasurer Mike Pieciak and policy recap from Andrew Brewer. Construction & Commuting: A weekly Vermont construction roundup flags paving and ramp closures on I-89 and I-91 that could affect travel plans around the holiday. Aging Services: Age Well earned NCQA Case Management Accreditation (effective June 1, 2026 through June 1, 2029), highlighting care coordination for older Vermonters. Transportation Infrastructure: AGC/VT is citing a national survey showing strong bipartisan support for a new federal roads, bridges and transit funding bill before Sept. 30. Local Community Spotlight: Rock Point School’s Wiffle Fest raised more than $34,000 for student programming, with 11 Vermont business sponsors backing the record-setting event.