We check in with Vermont Democratic Party Chairman Jake Perkinson from the Democratic National Convention and Middelbury playwright Dana Yeaton on his latest works and we sort through our listener mailbag.

We talk about how to stay safe while snowmobiling, and explore why people love the sport.  Also, a look at new lead plumbing restrictions, and we read from our mailbag.

UVM nutritionist Rachel Johnson talks with us about new guidelines that limit the number of added sugars we should consume.  Also, a look at plans to expand the Calvin Coolidge Historical site, and we read from the mailbag.

One hundred years ago, the Tenth Cavalry, a regiment made up of 750 African-American men known as Buffalo Soldiers arrived in Vermont.  We talk with scholars and descendants about their legacy.  Also, we check in on the week's news and listen back to your letters.