AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoLocal Media Funding: Gov. Phil Scott signed an executive order directing Vermont agencies to prioritize local news outlets when spending state advertising dollars, arguing community papers and stations are where Vermonters “breathe and trust” information. Housing Development: Montpelier City Council selected DEW Properties LLC to develop the Country Club Road housing project, moving forward after months of review tied to the former golf course site. Public Safety/Justice: Vermont Attorney General’s office arraigned Todd Graves of Shoreham on felony counts of possessing child sexual abuse materials; he pleaded not guilty and was released with conditions. Health & Aging: Community Health announced a new geriatric program for patients 60+ with complex medical, cognitive, mobility, or medication-safety needs, starting with provider referrals and home assessments. Tech & Economy: South Burlington opened the Vermont Gallium Nitride Tech Hub (V-GAN) to help regional companies prototype and test next-gen electronics. Environment: Researchers reported a rare transmissible cancer in brown bullhead catfish from Lake Memphremagog, with scientists saying the fish are safe to handle and study. Business/Crime: Chick-fil-A disclosed a cyberattack that may have exposed data from Chick-fil-A One loyalty accounts, including in Vermont.
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