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 Foundation for Rural Service Congressional Broadband Tour Visits Vermont Waitsfield and Champlain Valley Telecom recently had the opportunity to help host the Foundation For Rural Service (FRS) Congressional Broadband Tour. Each year, FRS hosts a trip for Congressional staff members to get out in the field to see first-hand how broadband is delivered in rural communities and how these services impact the local economy. This is the first time this trip has come to Vermont and it was a great opportunity for us to be part of the conversation and highlight both the importance and the challenges associated with building broadband in Vermont. The group enjoyed a packed schedule of presentations as well as the opportunity to visit with local businesses. Over the course of three days, the group visited: A Johnson, American Flatbread, the American Legion, Basin Harbor, Bolton Smilie School, Bolton Valley, Dakin Farm, Mad River Glen, and Sugarbush. We also lined up some great speakers and panels talking about the challenges and opportunities of building Rural Broadband in Vermont. After the trip, the Congressional Staffers certainly had a better understanding of the challenges and costs associated with building rural broadband as well as an appreciation for critical role rural broadband plays in building a thriving community. Come Join Our Team When you become part of the Waitsfield and Champlain Valley Telecom family, you're joining a one hundred year old organization that values its employees and recognizes the important contribution each one makes to our company's success. Our progressive benefits and compensation package reflects the appreciation we have for our employees and rewards them for their commitment and dedication to our company. Managing a family-friendly atmosphere in a fast-paced industry can present challenges, but we keep a careful eye on workplace satisfaction and quality, as we do on product and customer service quality. We are looking for people who share our passion for excellence and are willing to grow with us in the future. We are an EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer). Current job openings:
Waitsfield and Champlain Valley Telecom has approximately 70 employees serving our more than 16,000 customers in Vermont. WCVT offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package.
Win a $50.00 Gift Certificate to Hinesburgh Public House in Hinesburg  We have another great prize from a local business to raffle off this month. Enter for a chance to win a $50.00 gift certificate to Hinesburgh Public House.Hinesburgh Public House is a community supporting restaurant located in the village of Hinesburg that offers classically inspired, responsibly sourced new American cuisine in a fun, family friendly atmosphere. To be entered into the raffle, simply click the link below and leave your name and contact information. The drawing will take place September 15th. Click Here To Enter For Your Chance To Win Stay Connected with the FCC Affordable Connectivity Program The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program that helps ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more. The benefit provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households. Here are the ways your household can qualify for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP):
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 Watch Pranksters Work to Shut Down Scam Call Centers Mark Rober is a former NASA engineer turned YouTuber who's best known for funny gadget videos. But here, Rober and his team use gadgets — including smoke bombs and cockroach-release boxes — to go after four call centers in India that scam older people out of their life savings. Watch for a behind-the-scenes look at how these terrible scams work. |
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 Come See Us at the Bristol Harvest Festival Come see us at the Bristol Harvest Festival which will take place on the Bristol Town Green on Saturday, September 24th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This is an event that we attend annually and it's a great opportunity to meet our customers face-to-face and help answer any questions. A free day of family fun with music, children's activities, food, crafters, vendors and more! For more information, visit addisoncounty.com/bristol-harvest-festival. We hope to see you there! |
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Farm Night at Earthkeep Farmcommon | Thursdays | Charlotte
Looking for something fun to do on Thursday nights? Check out Farm Night at Earthkeep Farmcommon (formerly known as Nordic Farm) in Charlotte. Every Thursday through October 13, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Featuring food trucks and local vendors. For more information, visit earthkeepfarmcommon.com/events. Local Farmers Markets Enjoy local farm products, lives music, prepared food and artisan wares from Vermont based producers at these amazing Farmers Markets in our communities. Richmond Fridays | 3:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Volunteers Green in Richmond | Website Waitsfield Saturdays | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Mad River Green in Waitsfield | Website |
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 Tips to Keep Kids Safe September is Baby Safety Month, and this site provides safety advice for parents to follow at home and on the road. Learn more... |
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 Avoid Airport Woes Before you fly, check out the TSA's Top Travel Tips for the rules about packing liquids, medications, and more. Learn more... |
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 Tasty Tailgate Recipes Football is big in the South, and these 48 Southern Living recipes for game day are sure to score points at tailgate parties. Learn more... |
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 3 Sheet-Pan Chicken Dinners Delicious and easy to make, these sheet-pan recipes will become some of your favorites for busy weeknight dinners. |
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 5 Ways to Use Canned Biscuit Dough Biscuits are just the beginning. Try Enchilada Bake, Maple Bars, Bubble Up Pizza, Cherry Danish, and Garlic Knots. |
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   Just for the Fun of It Knuckle Bump Farms in South Florida raises miniature cattle. But an emu named Emmanuel steals the show. |
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   Fall for Fall in Vermont Can't make it to Vermont in person? Take a virtual drive through scenic Stowe to enjoy its spectacular fall colors. |
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 How to Remove Stains on Wood A professional restorer shows you eight ways to remove white water rings or heat stains from wood furniture. |
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 Make an Autumnal Arrangement A talented floral designer demonstrates how to create an ombre effect with fall flowers in two wooden boxes. |
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