Many New England states declared a state of emergency this weekend following the major coastal storm that dumped more than two feet of snow in parts of the region, including southern Vermont. Road crews and state officials saw it as just another winter day.

Vermont is third best in the nation in a survey of children's well-being. The annual Annie E. Casey's report released today shows that Vermont made improvements in children's health, education and in family and community. But more children are living in poverty.

The state of Vermont is handing over control of its social media marketing machine. The state says it's seeking an authentic, uncensored voice to promote tourism online.

Burlington is one of two finalists the Air Force is considering to be the home of a new generation of fighter jets, the F-35. But opinions are split in the Burlington area on basing the F-35 program there.

Quaint storefronts along Main streets, covered bridges and dairy cows are the iconic images of Vermont. But Vermonters pride themselves on their independent spirits and their passion to rebuild is a force of nature, stronger than Tropical Storm Irene.

The Vermont Health Department says swine flu is now "widespread" across the state.

The Vermont Symphony Orchestra begins its 75th anniversary season this year.  VPR's Jane Lindholm talks with Executive Director, Alan Jordan.

Television news anchor Marselis Parsons retires this week from WCAX-TV. He discusses the changes in jurnalism over his 42 years on the air. Also, Sen. Patrick Leahy talks with VPR's Bob Kinzel about the role of anti-trust laws in the health insurance industry.

Photographer David Middleton joins VPR's Jane Lindholm to talk about taking photographs in Vermont.

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court justices heard a case that involved whether Entergy Vermont Yankee should be allowed to release warmer water into the Connecticut River.

Members of Vermont's congressional delegation are looking forward to President Obama's speech tonight about health care. And they've also got some advice for him.

According to a new report, unemployment in Vermont dropped faster than in any other state in the country last month. But state officials believe the good news is going to be short lived and doesn't represent a turnaround for the state economy.

A member of the Vermont National Guard is suing the state of Vermont, alleging discrimination and wrongful termination.

Vermont Yankee is one step closer to getting a new 20-year federal license. A panel of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission has rejected a challenge brought by a citizens group.

Democratic lawmakers say they'll once again push legislation to make the owners of Vermont Yankee put up more money to close the plant.

Democratic leaders have pledged to work with Governor Douglas, but they say the Governor also needs to accept that the Legislature now has more power - as shown by last week's override of the budget veto.

We visit a landmark in the the Rutland County town of Sudbury that is a vestige of the town's history as a vacation destination.

Summer can be a time of abundance, with gardens and farm fields brimming with fresh vegetables. But experts say that, for children, hunger knows no season. Also, an update on efforts to revamp rail service in parts of Vermont, and puppetry program helps children deal with difficult issues.

They have trained through the long winter months to prepare physically and mentally, and this Sunday the runners will test themselves against the 26.2 mile distance. We talk with runners about why they are attracted to marathoning.

Vermonter Peter Galbraith is headed to Afghanistan as the U.N.'s second in command. We talk with him about the region and the way forward. Also, an update on the politics of same-sex marriage in New Hampshire.

About three dozen first-time lawmakers served in the Legislature this winter. On the next Vermont Edition, we invite them to reflect their satisfactions, disappointments and how they felt they served their constituents. Also, an update on a decades-old superfund site in Burlington.

Democrats used a parliamentary maneuver to pass a bill that requires Vermont Yankee to show it has enough money to decommission the plant.

The Senate has passed a bill that requires the owners of Vermont Yankee to set aside money to dismantle the plant if it's sold.

Vermont has sufficient stockpiles of anti-flu medication and is ready with a coordinated response if a swine flu outbreak spreads to New England.

Attorney General William Sorrell enforces a state law that requires the pharmaceutical industry to report how much they spend to market their products. But the law also allows the companies to keep secret the names of the providers who got paid.