Feds Say Vt. Spent Stimulus Funds Well

The Shumlin Administration says the federal government gave the state high marks for how it used stimulus funds on energy projects. Vermont got about $31 million to reduce energy consumption and develop renewable resources.
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Governor Jim Douglas

Governor Jim Douglas discusses his opinions on new federal stimulus money and the primary election results and his plans for the future.
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Vermont’s Transportation Projects

Vermont Transportation Secretary David Dill discusses how the federal stimulus money is being spent and he provides an update on other construction projects. Plus, we hear about the Long Trail School’s new International Baccalaureate program.

Arts organizations $600,000 in stimulus money

Vermont arts organizations have been awarded over $600,000 in stimulus money. The 42 grants will be used to preserve jobs in the non-profit art sector that might be threatened by the economic downturn.