Funding the Department of Fish and Wildlife

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is funded primarily by the license fees paid for hunting and fishing. But those activities are declining, a situation that calls into question how the department is funded. We talk with former Fish and Wildlife commissioner Steve Wright and Ed Gallo of the Vermont Hunters Anglers and Trappers Association. Also, how snarls of traffic are affecting the Upper Valley, and essayist Tim Johnson commiserates with fellow flu sufferers.
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Governor Douglas unveils his budget proposals

Governor Jim Douglas and legislative leaders have lowered their expectations for how much will be available to spend in the 2009 budget. Gov. Douglas gives details in his annual budget address to the Legislature.