Last week I dashed off an email to you, "No one has all the keys." Then the inevitable occurred. I started to quarrel with it. I noticed the places I could have said this or that better.

The first American fatality in what would become the Vietnam War occurred on this day in 1945.

How would you finish the above sentence?

I like a little spice in life, and every time I open FPF, I look forward to those times there's something toxic inside for me, the Dread Pirate State Representative Roberts.

If not for the razor wire, Vermont’s sole prison for women might look like a typical warehouse in this commercial section of South Burlington.

While H.483 led to lots of conversations with residents, and was heavily covered in the Montpelier press in the process of not-passing, H.461 is the opposite.

Especially as I've shared stories from my constituents with many subscribers to this who are from my sustainability professional world, I've heard -- why now? And is this relevant? Consider this an FAQ sheet…

Today, a few non-flooding-related news items. I'm also gathering up some key flood-related items to share soon. Questions? Issues? I'd love to hear if there's anything you need from me.

From drownings to landslides to AI scams, I have bad news. I'm sharing it to encourage us all to continue to grow our safety awareness, and to report information that could save someone's life.

As the July 10th storm recedes, here are a couple of resources for staying connected.

A federal emergency has been declared for Vermont.

Can you name the two U.S. Presidents from Vermont?

A collection of weekend reading including recent posts from my column "This Spot on Earth," from my constituent newsletter, and other writing.

We filed back into the chamber Tuesday for a “veto session.” Here’s what transpired on our last day.

Honesty is one of those things I'm willing to stick with even when it's inconvenient. That's how I know it's a core value.

Humans have been celebrating parents for a long time.

I've been a lifelong news junkie, since well before citizens of Saudi Arabia and three other countries not named Afghanistan attacked my country on September 11, 2001.

Your Vermont House of Representatives passed the final version of H.230, An act relating to implementing mechanisms to reduce suicide and community violence, on May 5 on a on a 106–34 vote.

June 14th celebrates the day in 1777 that the Continental Congress designated the "Stars and Stripes" as the official flag of the United States of America.

One week from today, June 20, the Legislature is back at it. We will vote on whether to override the Governor's veto on a number of bills, including the budget. We plan to adjourn for the 2023 session by June 22.