May 2024

		Happy Spring! The end of mud season also signals the construction season in Vermont! I'm happy to provide you with an update on our 2024 fiber construction projects. Our employees and contractors are busy working on capital construction projects throughout our service area. If you are included in one of our fiber build areas scheduled for this year, we will be reaching out to let you know that fiber is coming to your location as our construction progresses. In areas where we have completed mainline construction, our contractor crews are focused on pre-running fiber-optic drops to homes prior to us scheduling your fiber conversion. These are large projects that have many moving parts and pieces. While we can't reach everyone overnight, please know that every single dollar we invest in fiber is benefiting Vermont and the local communities we serve. Building fiber to everyone is going to take time, but each and every day, we are making progress and we appreciate your patience as we continue to make progress. To help keep you updated on our fiber projects and availability please visit getfiber.wcvt.com and register your address. The Fiber Build Areas link has our build areas mapped and broken out by status which may be helpful to you. Sincerely, Eric Haskin President and CEO Waitsfield and Champlain Valley Telecom Congratulations to Our 2024 March Mania Contest Winners! In the end it was South Carolina for the Women and UConn for the Men. At the end of our WCVT March Mania contest it was: Men's Contest Winners 1st Place - Jerry Thomas $150.00 Gift Certificate to Tourterelle Restaurant in New Haven 2nd Place - Janet Yager $100.00 Gift Certificate to Mad Taco in Waitsfield 3rd Place - Kim Callahan $50.00 Gift Certificate to Old Brick Store in Charlotte Women's Contest Winners 1st Place - Susan Wells $150.00 Gift Certificate to Bob Cat Cafe & Brewery in Bristol 2nd Place - Paul Sipple $100.00 Gift Certificate to Hinesburgh Public House in Hinesburg 3rd Place - Dave Melichar $50.00 Gift Certificate to Stone Corral in Richmond Congratulations to the winners and thanks to all our amazing local businesses for the great prizes! Hope everyone had fun playing our March Mania contest. Until next year folks... and we're onto baseball. Go Sox! Win a $50 Gift Certificate to Papa Nick's in Hinesburg We've got another great prize from a local business to raffle off. This month, we're raffling off a $50.00 gift certificate to Papa Nick's in Hinesburg. Papa Nick's is a family owned and operated restaurant since 1990 serving comfort food at its best. To be entered into the raffle, simply click the link below and leave your name and contact information. The drawing will take place on May 15th. Click here to enter for your chance to win! Important Information for Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Participants The FCC has announced the conclusion of the ACP due to Congress not renewing its funding. If you were benefiting from the ACP, it is crucial for you to be aware of the following: The last monthly bill to include ACP benefit was your April invoice. Loss of ACP credit will increase broadband internet service by $30.00 starting with your May invoice. Please note, your service will remain at the existing service level at the full undiscounted price when the ACP credit is no longer available. To offset the increase in your bill, you may adjust your internet service to a lower cost plan. You may also check your eligibility for other federal low-income plans or opt out of the service at the end of the ACP funding. For additional information regarding the ACP, please go to: FCC Affordable Connectivity Program Wind-Down. Please visit our website for information on our available broadband options. You may also contact our Customer Service Department at 802-496-3391 with any questions, discuss service option plans, or to terminate your service.

		Waitsfield Farmers Market - Every Saturday - May 18th - October 12th, 2023 A true sign of spring, the return of the amazing Waitsfield Farmers Market! Come enjoy local farm products, prepared food, artisan wares from Vermont based producers and live music. The Waitsfield Farmers Market takes place every Saturday starting on May 13th and runs through October 14th from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., rain or shine! For more information, visit: Waitsfield Farmers Market. Big Truck Day - Saturday, May 18th - Hinesburg Vroom, vroom! Beep, Beep! Vehicles of all kinds will roll into town on Saturday, May 18th from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. for the Hinesburg Nursery School's Annual Big Truck Day. The event will take place in the lot behind the Hinesburg Community School (10856 VT-116 in Hinesburg). There will be construction and utility vehicles, tractors, firetrucks & other rescue vehicles for families to see, touch and explore. Also enjoy entertainment by Mike & The Big Blue Trunk, live music, and more - and fill up on tasty BBQ lunch and goodies from the bake sale. For more information, visit: Big Truck Day on Facebook. WCVT is proud to sponsor this event! Human Powered Parade – Saturday, May 18th – Bristol Decorate your bike, scooter, skateboard, or any wheeled human-powered transportation and join the Human Powered Parade in Bristol on Saturday, May 18th, 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 pm. Create costumes, bike decorations, and other parade floats or fun functions that explore the theme of Emergence. The parade comes back to the Rec Field for some music and food truck delights. For more information, contact the Bristol Recreation Department at 802-453-5885.

		Penguins Jump at the Chance You'll be amazed by this National Geographic footage of Emperor penguin chicks leaping 50 feet off an Antarctic cliff.		These Creations Take the Cake Watch talented cake artists create edible art — a giant cupcake, skiers on a mountain, a fairy garden, and much more.

		PetMD May is Pet Month and a great time to check out this educational site filled with health tips for your furry friends. Learn more...		Food Network Get ready for summer entertaining with no-fuss food and beverage recipes, grilling advice, and other ideas. Learn more...		This Old House It's the next best thing to having a friendly neighbor who's a home improvement expert always willing to help. Learn more...

		3 Favorite Homemade Salsas These recipes will spice up snacks and entrees during May, which is Salsa Month. You may never buy jarred salsa again!		Summer Cookout Side Dishes Serve guests delicious Honey Lime Fruit Salad, Grandma's Ambrosia Salad, Blackberry Chicken Salad, or Broccoli Salad.

		Total Solar Eclipse Highlights If you weren't able to get a good look at the April 8th total solar eclipse, here's your chance to see spectacular images.		Lizard on the Loose This captive-bred Asian water monitor lizard, wearing nearly 10 pounds, is a creative climber when it comes to curtains.

		Make DIY String-Light Planters This simple project allows you to add an inviting glow to a firepit area or patio without digging holes in your yard.		Closet Becomes Office Nook Transform an underused closet into a cozy office space by using paint, lighting, and a floating desk and shelves.

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