In June’s VermontBiz, we take a close look at Rutland. From one side of the county to the other, its communities are buzzing with renewed energy and enthusiasm. Our conversations with community leaders indicate that the county’s economy is steady and providing new opportunities but organizations are braced for federal funding cuts and potential losses.

In Environmental news, Vermont missed its emissions goals, despite a drop in fossil fuel use and pollution levels. And a verdict is expected soon in the tree cutting case in Green Mountain National Forest.

VermontBiz also gets into the summer spirit with a “Scoop” on Prouty’s Parlor - a new mother-daughter owned and operated Ice-Cream shop located in Merchant’s Row in Rutland!

And don’t miss our special SBA insert featuring Small Business Persons and Small Business of the year awards!

All this and more is in the June issue of VermontBiz. Serious Business...Serious News. For a subscription, call 802-863-8038 or go to vermontbiz.com/subscribe.