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December 24, 2025

Woodstock Boys Basketball Defeated by Randolph on the Road: The Woodstock High School boys basketball team was defeated by Randolph, with a final score of 65-47 during an away game on Tuesday night. Junior player Elvis Lavallee contributed 24 points for Woodstock, but Randolph maintained control and secured a home victory. The game reflects ongoing efforts by the Woodstock team to strengthen their season performance. Randolph’s win marks another success in their campaign this year. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Dec 24)

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John Raymond Lundquist, 72, Passes Away in Randolph, Vermont: John Raymond Lundquist, formerly of Odell, Illinois, died at age 72 on December 3, 2025, at Gifford Medical Center in Randolph, Vermont. Arrangements for his services are being handled by Boardway and Cilley Funeral Home, located in Chelsea, Vermont. The obituary notes his relocation from Illinois and provides details for those seeking to contact the funeral home. Further information about memorial arrangements may be made available by the family. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Dec 23)

Southern Vermont Randolph, VT +2 Chelsea, VT

John Raymond Lundquist, 72, Former Odell Resident, Dies in Randolph: John Raymond Lundquist, age 72 and formerly of Odell, Illinois, passed away on December 3 at Gifford Medical Center in Randolph, Vermont. Funeral arrangements are being managed by the Boardway and Cilley Funeral Home in Chelsea. His passing marks a loss for both his former Illinois community and his connections in Vermont. Additional details about services and survivors were not immediately disclosed. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Dec 19)

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Heather Surprenant Leaves Vermont Legislature to Focus on Farming Career: Heather Surprenant, a resident of Barnard, has resigned from her position as state representative for Windsor-4 to dedicate herself to farming. With thirteen years of experience in agriculture and a history of legislative work, including serving as vice chair of the Agriculture Committee, Surprenant cited a desire to focus her efforts fully on her farm. Her departure was marked by reflection on her accomplishments in supporting Vermont agriculture. Surprenant made her decision after careful consideration of her career path. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Dec 18)

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Windham County Democrat Selected as New State Party Chair: Lachlan Francis of Westminster has been elected chair of the Vermont Democratic Party, marking a leadership change following several challenging years for the organization. At the party's biennial meeting in Randolph, Francis prevailed over Justin Willeau of Vershire with a clear majority. Francis previously served as chair of the Windham County Democratic Committee, a role now taken by Stuart Brown of Rockingham. Other major parties in Vermont have also recently selected new leaders. (Source: The Commons on Nov 24)

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Lachlan Francis Elected Chair of Vermont Democratic Party: Lachlan Francis, a political consultant from Westminster and former Windham County Democratic chair, has been elected to lead the Vermont Democratic Party. He won the position during the party's biennial reorganization meeting, securing 33 votes to 12 over his opponent, Justin Willeau of Vershire. Amanda Gustin of Barre City was reelected as vice chair, and additional party officers were confirmed. This leadership change occurs as the party faces significant challenges in Vermont and nationally. (Source: The Commons on Nov 18)

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