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The audio companion to The St. Albans Messenger, where we feature Vermont-focused discussions not always heard in the public conversation — to better explore our communities and provide insight into the state's challenges. Based out of St. Albans, the newscast is released on a monthly basis, with a rotating guest list of characters living and working in Vermont. Subjects range from political coverage to discussions around social issues, business trends and daily life.
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May marks the start of summer concert series across Franklin County, so it seemed fitting to feature a few musicians on this latest episode of "Hear.Here." Over the discussion, we hear about some of the joys around performing music, as well as some of today's frustrations around finding an audience. Guests include guitarist/producer/performer Andre…
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The time between the end of high school graduation and start of college has many students examining their next steps into adulthood. In our latest episode, we brought in a roundtable of students to discuss that transitional period, right as graduation rears its head. The conversation also touches on some of the challenges posed by rural students se…
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The tradition of Town Meeting Day in Vermont extends beyond how the tax rate changes each year. In the fourth episode of the St. Albans Messenger's new podcast, four of Franklin County's long-time volunteers talk about what happens behind the scenes each year on Town Meeting Day, while providing a few political insights and setting a vision for the…
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Hear. Here. takes a local look at climate change locally in its third episode. The conversation features insights from Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge manager Ken Sturm, Friends of Northern Lake Champlain executive director Bridget Butler and host Josh Ellerbrock, as the three deconstruct how minor changes in the environment can disrupt ecosyst…
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After a controversial election season, it's time for some turkey. And a political palette cleanser. Join some of the nicest people in St. Albans to get a reminder on how to be on your best behavior with the family next weekend. This episode's guests include Sunni Tipper, the food programs coordinator at the Fairfield Community Center, Arleigh Young…
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The Vermont State House has plenty on its plate for this upcoming legislative session. The first episode of The Saint Albans Message features the four candidates running to represent St. Albans City and Town during the 2024 fall election season. (The third local state representative, Lynn Dickinson (R-St. Albans Town) is running unopposed.) The con…
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