AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDigital Access: Vermont launched VT Speed Check, a new online tool that lets residents test internet speeds and view an anonymous map of results, with guidance on what different speeds can handle and how to troubleshoot slow service. Health Care Funding: UVM received up to $38 million from ARPA-H to build “digital twins” for ICU care, combining immune and neuro measurements with medical records to help predict treatment responses. Higher Ed Pressure: Vermont colleges are adjusting to demographic and financial headwinds, including tuition discounts and benefit cuts, as administrators warn of a shrinking pool of students. Local Housing & Corrections: Rutland City aldermen renewed their push to end the use of 43 Evergreen Ave. for supervised-release housing, citing neighborhood safety concerns and complaints about monitoring. Workforce & Training: Community College of Vermont President Judy says enrollment is up 6% and a new statewide LNA Training Hub is set to launch with a $790,000 grant. Energy Costs: Vermonters are bracing for winter heating sticker shock as oil prices rise, with heating oil closely tied to diesel costs. Community Events: Rock Point School’s Ooky Spooky 5K on Oct. 24 will benefit COTS and support people experiencing homelessness in the Burlington area.
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