Theo Wells-Spackman, Author at VTDigger

Five judges sit behind a wooden bench in a courtroom, with nameplates in front of them and an American flag visible on the left side.

Government & Politics

Vermont Supreme Court allows Gov. Scott to enforce in-person work for state employees

by Theo Wells-Spackman September 25, 2026, 10:32 amSeptember 25, 2026, 3:23 pm

A person stands in front of a government building holding two protest signs about L.U.R.B. and concerns with Tier 2 and Tier 3 policies, as a crowd gathers outside.

Government & Politics

Rural Vermont Rising demands to be heard — now and in the future

by Theo Wells-Spackman September 22, 2026, 7:05 pmSeptember 23, 2026, 11:29 am

A woman with wavy blonde hair hugs a brown and white puppy wearing a patterned bandana at an outdoor event.

As financial hardship drives owners to give up pets, Vermont can’t rehome them fast enough

by Theo Wells-Spackman September 20, 2026, 8:21 amSeptember 21, 2026, 1:07 pm

A woman speaks at a podium with microphones, gesturing with her hands. Three people, two women and one man, stand around her, listening attentively.

Government & Politics

Feds’ lawsuit demanding Vermont voter data tossed by federal judge

by Theo Wells-Spackman September 17, 2026, 5:19 pmSeptember 17, 2026, 5:19 pm

A car is parked outside the Green Mountain Power building on a snowy day, with bare trees framing the scene and accessible parking signs visible.

Government & Politics

Vermont regulators finalize 5.5% rate increase for Green Mountain Power customers

by Theo Wells-Spackman September 8, 2026, 6:22 pmSeptember 8, 2026, 6:22 pm

A group of people stand on a sidewalk holding signs that read "Teamsters Local 597 On Strike" and demand fair contracts.

Government & Politics

Vermonters will vote on constitutional amendment enshrining labor protections in November

by Theo Wells-Spackman September 7, 2026, 7:56 amSeptember 25, 2026, 9:28 am

Fresh vegetables including squash, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplants, lettuce, and cherry tomatoes displayed on a table indoors.

Holland Food Shelf announces closure after months of financial uncertainty

by Theo Wells-Spackman September 2, 2026, 6:26 pmSeptember 3, 2026, 3:54 pm

People sitting outside a Ben & Jerry's ice cream shop on a sunny day, with pedestrians walking past.

Ben & Jerry’s legacy hits bumpy patch with latest turn in corporate saga

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 28, 2026, 6:06 pmAugust 28, 2026, 6:30 pm

A close-up of an Energy Co-op of Vermont fuel truck displays contact information and a red hazardous materials sign labeled 1993.

As heating oil prices remain volatile, Vermonters prepare cautiously for winter

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 21, 2026, 3:37 pmAugust 21, 2026, 3:38 pm

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Government & Politics

Incumbents largely hold on in Vermont’s legislative and statewide primaries

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 12, 2026, 6:55 pmAugust 12, 2026, 6:55 pm

A woman speaks at a podium labeled “Molly Gray for Vermont” with a group of people standing behind her and campaign signs on the wall.

Government & Politics

Molly Gray wins Democratic primary for lieutenant governor of Vermont

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 11, 2026, 8:26 pmAugust 11, 2026, 10:15 pm

Bags labeled “Suver Haze” and “Cherry Abacus” cannabis sit on a shelf with other colorful product containers; circular stickers partially obscure the view.

Why a new federal definition of hemp has a Vermont industry holding its breath

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 9, 2026, 10:47 amAugust 7, 2026, 6:47 pm

A soccer team and staff in light green jerseys celebrate in the stands, cheering and holding medals and trophies. The atmosphere is energetic and festive.

Vermont Green FC men are undefeated national champions — again

by Theo Wells-Spackman August 3, 2026, 4:43 pmAugust 3, 2026, 4:43 pm