Sep 1-7, 2010
Keeping Tabs on “Top Secret America”; Daring Dancers at River Arts; Fighting Software at Norwich University; Giant Pumpkins at the Fair
UPDATE: Two-Year Study Reveals Little Cultural Diversity Among VT Teachers
Here’s an update to our August 25 cover story, “The Diversity Test: When it comes to hiring teachers of color, most Vermont schools get an F.” Today, the James M. Jeffords Center at the University of Vermont released the findings of its much-awaited survey on the racial and ethnic breakdown of Vermont’s public-school workforce. A…
Taking the Gubernatorial Show on the Road
* Updated: new locations for the Democratic tour * The never-ending primary campaign of 2010 continues this week with five Democrats and sole Republican candidates for Vermont governor crisscrossing the state. The Dems seem to be stuck on “unity” auto-pilot, or a political version of Groundhog Day, in which they keep campaigning each day until…
Fringe Friday: Johenry Nunes
For week five of “Fringe Friday,” we feature independent candidate for U.S. Senate Johenry Nunes, a retired corrections officer and Vermont National Guardsman from Isle LaMotte who says Vermont needs “a hero” — and that it’s him. Every Friday, Seven Days is profiling a “fringe” candidate seeking statewide office. Vermont has a strong tradition of…
Independent Candidates Sue State to Get on Ballot
Independent candidates are making a last-ditch legal effort to overturn part of Vermont’s newly-adopted campaign law that shifted their filing date from September to June, claiming the legislature is improperly denying them access to the ballot. Jerry Trudell (pictured right), who ran for U.S. House in 2006 as an independent and again in 2008, filed…
Auditor Candidate Hoffer Calls Out Brian Dubie’s Tax Claims
For someone who’s never thrown his hat into the ring before now, Doug Hoffer, the Democratic nominee for state auditor, has come out swinging like a seasoned pro against… Brian Dubie? That’s right. Hoffer hasn’t been elected auditor yet, but he’s already fact-checking the GOP gubernatorial candidate’s numbers and challenging his claim that Vermont’s…
Bieber Fever Countdown
If you have been stuck in a mine underground for the past month, you may be excused for not knowing that the hottest teen dream since Frankie Avalon (who?) is rolling into town Friday for his Vermont debut. Yes, that’s right, ladies, and assorted gents. Justin Bieber is playing the Champlain Valley Fair! Hold onto…
News Quirks
Curses, Foiled Again Police were able to capture a woman suspected of robbing two banks in Butte County, Calif., after she locked herself out of her getaway car. Witnesses said Laura Jane Murray, 48, tried to borrow a tire iron to smash the window, but when Davis police showed up, she began using her hand…
Free Will Astrology
Here’s the weekly astrological forecast for September 1 – 7, 2010. What’s your sign, baby? They’re all here… ARIES (March 21-April 19): In an old comedy sketch called “One Leg Too Few,” a one-legged man comes into a casting agent’s office to audition for the part of Tarzan in an upcoming show. The agent is…
WTF: Why don’t people swim in Shelburne Pond?
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot: We just had to ask…
Prodigious Produce
Each year at the Champlain Valley Fair, there’s an Invasion of the Giant Veggies
Decision Looms in Burlington Telecom Regulatory Case
A hearing officer reviewing Burlington Telecom’s case before the Vermont Public Service Board has recommended the state’s chief regulators determine the beleaguered telecom violated four key conditions of its state operating agreement. If the PSB accepts the hearing officer’s suggestions, it could move the case one step closer toward resolution. The PSB has shown little…
Eyes on the Spies
From his Vermont home, a Washington Post reporter keeps tabs on “Top Secret America”
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Back to School Capture the Flag [SIV190]
8/28/10: The 2nd Annual Extreme Capture the Flag games were held at Oakledge Park on Saturday night to celebrate the first week of school. In this heated battle between kids and adults, children put their own parents in jail, fathers and mothers tagged their offspring and a good time was had by all. Music: Let’s…
Growing Business
Local restaurants that plant their own gardens are reaping the profits
Letters to the Editor
Soldier Needs a Ride I just want to say how grateful I am to be able to read through “Hackie” columns past and present while stationed here in Afghanistan. I have lived in Burlington my entire life. Reading the column not only gives me a current perspective of Burlington, but brings back great memories associated…
The Strong Lady
Powerlifter Ginger Viera helps take the weight off diabetics’ shoulders
Bob Bolyard (aka Drag Queen Amber LeMay) On Why He’s Running for City Council
Bob Bolyard has worn many hats over the 23 years he’s lived in Burlington — justice of the peace, arts organizer, Lake Monsters announcer, drag queen — but city councilor has not been among them. That could change come November if Bolyard (pictured) wins the race for the open Ward 3 seat on the Burlington…
