Lyle Jepson Appointed by Governor Phil Scott as Commissioner of the Department of Economic Development
Rutland, VT – October 24, 2025 In a press release today, Vermont’s Governor Phil Scott today announced leadership appointments: Lyle Jepson as commissioner of the Department of Economic Development and Nick Grimley as deputy commissioner of the Department of Economic Development. “Growing the economy has been one of my top priorities since being elected governor,” said Governor Phil Scott. “I believe Lyle’s decades of experience as an educator, as well as Nick’s proven track record supporting the business
Rutland Sculpture Trail to Unveil 14th Installation
Rutland Sculpture Trail To Unveil 14th Installation Sculpture to highlight national blood donation record The 14th addition to the Rutland Sculpture Trail will be unveiled on Monday, October 27th at 12pm in the Center Street Marketplace Park behind Paramount Theater. The monument depicts the community’s giving spirit, volunteerism, and inspiration - and the national record for donating blood. The monument honors Rutland’s Gift-of-Life Marathon, which still holds the one-day American record for blood


