Theo Wells-Spackman, Author at VTDigger

Two people ride in a black bass fishing boat on a river, with another red boat and three people visible in the background near the shore.

Vermont’s public lands are costly to maintain. And soon, many may be more expensive to visit.

by Greta Solsaa and Theo Wells-Spackman June 8, 2026, 7:16 amJune 6, 2026, 9:18 am

A woman feeds a baby in a high chair while a young girl sits at a table with food. Another child is partially visible in the foreground. The room has shelves with books and various items.

A federal program sends billions to pay for childcare meals. In Vermont, participation is plummeting.

by Theo Wells-Spackman May 31, 2026, 6:56 amMay 29, 2026, 4:32 pm

Close-up of a stone block framed by wooden beams, with a gold eagle statue and trees visible in the blurred background under a clear blue sky.

In local downtowns and across the globe, Vermont-hewn monuments honor soldiers’ service

by Theo Wells-Spackman May 25, 2026, 7:17 amMay 22, 2026, 6:09 pm

An adult kneels to help a young child put on a coat in a classroom with cubbies and large windows.

Lawmakers hit pause on childcare licensure reform — for now

by Theo Wells-Spackman May 21, 2026, 6:41 pmMay 22, 2026, 4:17 pm

A propane truck drives on a snowy road toward a white house with wooden accents surrounded by trees.

After a long, cold winter, energy costs are soaring. Some Vermonters are reevaluating their options.

by Theo Wells-Spackman May 18, 2026, 6:28 pmMay 18, 2026, 6:28 pm

A man sitting on a chair in front of a window.

Vermont lawmakers push ahead on new limits on restraining kids in state custody

by Theo Wells-Spackman May 15, 2026, 7:21 pmMay 15, 2026, 7:22 pm

Two people walk on a sidewalk toward a building in the sunlight, carrying bags, with a bus and flagpoles visible in the background.

Government & Politics

Vermont labor board declines state’s request to pause order blocking return-to-office policy

by Theo Wells-Spackman May 8, 2026, 4:15 pmMay 8, 2026, 4:15 pm

Two older adults are talking in a food pantry, surrounded by shelves stocked with packaged food items such as canned goods, flour, and baking supplies.

In food shelf visit, Sen. Welch backs nutrition assistance amid rising prices for Vermonters

by Theo Wells-Spackman May 6, 2026, 6:07 pmMay 6, 2026, 6:07 pm

Perrigo to lay off 161 as company heads toward Vermont site closure

by Theo Wells-Spackman May 6, 2026, 11:02 amMay 6, 2026, 11:02 am

A beige stone building with a prominent entrance featuring double wooden doors, two lanterns, and a staircase. The building is located at 111 State Street and has American and state flags displayed.

Government & Politics

Vermont Supreme Court agrees to step in quickly on appeal of overturned return-to-office mandate

by Theo Wells-Spackman May 4, 2026, 5:38 pmMay 4, 2026, 5:39 pm

A man in a suit speaks into a microphone in a formal setting with seated people in the background, possibly attending a meeting or conference.

Lawmakers race to finish data privacy bill amid outcry from businesses and medical providers

by Theo Wells-Spackman May 1, 2026, 6:05 pmMay 1, 2026, 6:05 pm

Vermont prevails in multistate lawsuit over gender-affirming care for minors

by Theo Wells-Spackman April 21, 2026, 12:41 pmApril 28, 2026, 1:00 pm

A woman in a white dress arranges items near a window inside a colorful, crowded gift shop filled with toys, trinkets, and stained glass decorations.

Vermont businesses seek thousands in tariff refunds as federal system launches

by Theo Wells-Spackman April 20, 2026, 7:17 pmApril 20, 2026, 7:17 pm