Suicide Care Expansion: UVM Health Network and the Four Pines Fund opened the Asha Clinic in Burlington, a specialized outpatient program focused on suicide care led by Dr. Craig Bryan, aiming to connect patients with therapies proven to reduce attempts and improve quality of life. Public Safety: Vermont State Police are investigating a house explosion in Granville that killed two people and injured three; officials say preliminary findings don’t suggest the blast was suspicious. Immigration Protest: Seven Vermont clergy were arrested in Williston while protesting ICE targeting at a National Criminal Analysis and Targeting Center site, with charges tied to unlawful trespass. Local Law Enforcement: In Bethel, VSP reported an arrest on multiple warrants for Robert G. Cappiallo; in St. Johnsbury, VSP said a traffic stop led to cocaine possession charges against Amber Labrecque. State Policy & Outdoors: Vermont expanded archery deer hunting with 16 additional days starting Sept. 15 in designated areas to address deer damage and collisions. Business & Research: Landmark College is part of a $7.9 million NSF PFAS Environmental Research Network to study “forever chemicals” in Vermont groundwater and soil. Community Events: Plymouth’s Folk and Blues Festival kicks off, and Mount Independence marks its 250th anniversary with a living history weekend.