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VTDigger covers life in Vermont through reporting on the arts, history, cultural events and the stories of people across the state.
This section highlights features and reporting that explore the traditions, creativity and everyday experiences that shape Vermont communities.
Young Writers Project: ‘Cards and Songs’
This week’s Young Writers Project (YWP) entry is “Cards and Songs” by Beatrice Ziobro, 15, of Pomfret. Artwork is “Board and Batten,” by Isla Segal, 15, Woodstock.
Circus Smirkus calls off 2026 Big Top Tour
The Greensboro-based nonprofit youth circus in February announced a pause in its Big Top Tour for 2026 as it regroups from organizational and financial repercussions following the 2025 season.
Vermont Conversation: What happens when law enforcement is lawless?
Chittenden County State’s Attorney Sarah George has called for an independent review of the law enforcement response to protesters during an immigration operation in South Burlington and referred three of those arrested to a restorative justice program.
At 91, Bread and Puppet Theater founder Peter Schumann keeps fighting for peace
“He’s doing some of his best work now,” says Vermont filmmaker Robbie Leppzer, creator of the new documentary “An Artist Responds to War.”
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Young Writers Project: ‘In Tune’
This week’s Young Writers Project (YWP) entry is “In Tune” by Astrid Longstreth, 16, of West Bolton. Photo is “Waiting for the Wind,” by Miles Witters, 15, of Richmond.
Vermont Conversation: Who made the president a king?
“The Kingmakers” is a new podcast hosted by journalist David Sirota that looks at how the American system of checks and balances has been steadily undermined.
A transgender Vermont veteran is riding the gravel cycling circuit. Cue filmmaker.
The new documentary “Claim the Lane: Becoming Roxy,” set for its state festival debut this week, focuses on the humanity behind the headlines.
Young Writers Project: ‘Wild Things’
This week’s Young Writers Project (YWP) entry is “Wild Things” by Sela Morgenstein Fuerst, 13, of South Burlington. Photo is “On the Rock,” by Amelia Van Driesche, 19, of Burlington.
Some sugarmakers break records, though a range of results reported across Vermont
Sugarhouses are closing their doors for the season, and the state estimates farmers produced about 3 million gallons of maple syrup, more than half the country’s output.
A teen bet he could run on a treadmill for 26 miles. Now he’s the youngest Vermonter in the Boston Marathon.
Zane White, 18, of Jericho didn’t know a spur-of-the-moment wager would springboard him into Monday’s race — and reap $15,000 for charity.
Vermont Conversation: One year after arrest, Mohsen Mahdawi refuses to be silent
When the Palestinian student activist walked out of federal detention in Vermont a year ago, he declared to President Trump: “I am not afraid of you.”
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