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Indiana Maple Syrup Season Faces Slow Start Amid Challenging Weather. Maple syrup producers in Indiana are experiencing a slower production season due to unusual weather patterns that have affected sap collection. Atchley Family Farm in Frankfort, now in its third year of syrup making, has tapped over 100 trees but reports that yields are behind compared to previous years. The typical season relies on a cycle of freezing nights and warm days, which has been less predictable this year. Despite the obstacles, local producers continue to refine sap into maple syrup for the community. (Source: Journal & Courier on Mar 4) Greater Lafayette Frankfort, IN Lafayette, IN Brookston, IN

Peru Residents Gather for Town Meeting, Address Community Needs. Residents of Peru, Vermont, convened at the Peru Town Center to discuss a range of community issues. Officials highlighted the need for an Assistant Town Clerk and a third Board of Listers member to assist with municipal duties. The First Constable encouraged cautious driving, particularly on Hapgood Pond Road, due to pedestrian activity, and reminded residents to check detector batteries for safety. The road commissioner reported that this year's sand usage for road treatment has already surpassed last year's total. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Mar 3) Southern Vermont Peru, IN Danby, VT Mt. Tabor, VT

Peru Plans Agenda and Local Ballot for Upcoming Town Meeting Day. As Town Meeting Day approaches in Peru, Vermont, residents will address several important community decisions directly from the floor, reflecting the town's small size. Voters will choose individuals for various municipal roles, including town clerk, treasurer, constables, selectboard member, and more, with terms ranging from one to five years. A key article on the warning asks whether to implement a 1 percent rooms tax under state law. The meeting will also feature the Taconic and Green ballot for local consideration. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Feb 27) Southern Vermont Peru, IN Londonderry, VT

Bennington County Coalition for the Homeless Discusses Funding With Selectboard. During a recent Bennington Selectboard meeting, the director of the Bennington County Coalition for the Homeless updated officials on the organization's requests for appropriations from municipalities across the county. Board members expressed concerns about the weight of financial responsibility traditionally falling on Bennington, highlighting its long-term support of local shelter programs. The coalition indicated plans to seek more equitable funding contributions from neighboring towns moving forward. This approach aims to balance resources for addressing homelessness throughout the county. (Source: The Manchester Journal on Feb 27) Southern Vermont Bennington, VT Manchester, VT Arlington, VT

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