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Made in Vermont: Allison Korn Designs

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February 24, 2025

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BRATTLEBORO, Vt. (WCAX) – In Allison Korn’s small but sun-soaked studio, creativity is in no short supply.

“Earthy, rustic,” she says. “I want my jewelry to be meaningful.”

Down in Brattleboro, Korn turns silver into something special. It’s a totally different place than where she was even 15 years ago, living in Ecuador while working on a graduate degree in anthropology.

“[I] decided that I was done with academia, it was too much thinking in my head,” she says. “And I decided I just wanted to live my creativity.” Living her creativity meant taking a leap of faith.

“I bought a little bit of the material and decided that if I could make a piece of jewelry out of that, then that’s what I was going to do,” Korn explains. She did it and went on to learn what it takes to run a business.

Ten years ago, it was time for a move from the tropics to Vermont’s snowy tundra. It was the perfect time to launch Allison Korn Designs, honing in on her skills and her style.

“We had to reinvent ourselves anyway,” Korn says.

Now, she makes mostly earrings and necklaces. All of her pieces are made in one of two ways — either traditional metalsmithing, or by using precious metal clay.

“It feels like clay, but it’s made out of pure silver particles,” says Korn. “Fire it in a kiln and then it turns into pure silver.”

She does dabble in gold, but for the most part, everything is silver. No matter the material, her goal is to add a little extra to everyday life.

“You know, they put it on in the morning and they feel a little bit happier, or more brave, or a little bit more confident in their day… that’s why I want to do this,” Korn explains.

Despite a big geographical jump, Korn says the community feel in Brattleboro is roughly the same as it was in Ecuador. It’s why she sells at the local farmers market in addition to online. While life looks different than it did, it’s a change that Korn can get behind.

“There’s so much that we have to offer and creativity is one of the ways that I can give back to the world,” she says. That creativity is taking shape in Vermont.

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VT Lottery Powerball, Gimme 5 results for March 18, 2026

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11 hours ago

March 19, 2026

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Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win

Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.

Just the FAQs, USA TODAY

The Vermont Lottery offers several draw games for those willing to make a bet to win big.

Those who want to play can enter the MegaBucks and Lucky for Life games as well as the national Powerball and Mega Millions games. Vermont also partners with New Hampshire and Maine for the Tri-State Lottery, which includes the Mega Bucks, Gimme 5 as well as the Pick 3 and Pick 4.

Drawings are held at regular days and times, check the end of this story to see the schedule.

Here’s a look at March 18, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Powerball numbers from March 18 drawing

14-18-19-21-69, Powerball: 01, Power Play: 3

Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Gimme 5 numbers from March 18 drawing

08-10-21-30-35

Check Gimme 5 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Pick 3 numbers from March 18 drawing

Day: 1-4-6

Evening: 6-9-2

Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Pick 4 numbers from March 18 drawing

Day: 0-0-1-2

Evening: 1-6-6-8

Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Megabucks Plus numbers from March 18 drawing

07-13-19-20-38, Megaball: 06

Check Megabucks Plus payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from March 18 drawing

04-16-21-33-35, Bonus: 01

Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

For Vermont Lottery prizes up to $499, winners can claim their prize at any authorized Vermont Lottery retailer or at the Vermont Lottery Headquarters by presenting the signed winning ticket for validation. Prizes between $500 and $5,000 can be claimed at any M&T Bank location in Vermont during the Vermont Lottery Office’s business hours, which are 8a.m.-4p.m. Monday through Friday, except state holidays.

For prizes over $5,000, claims must be made in person at the Vermont Lottery headquarters. In addition to signing your ticket, you will need to bring a government-issued photo ID, and a completed claim form.

All prize claims must be submitted within one year of the drawing date. For more information on prize claims or to download a Vermont Lottery Claim Form, visit the Vermont Lottery’s FAQ page or contact their customer service line at (802) 479-5686.

Vermont Lottery Headquarters

1311 US Route 302, Suite 100

Barre, VT

05641

When are the Vermont Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 11 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
Gimme 5: 6:55 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Lucky for Life: 10:38 p.m. daily.
Pick 3 Day: 1:10 p.m. daily.
Pick 4 Day: 1:10 p.m. daily.
Pick 3 Evening: 6:55 p.m. daily.
Pick 4 Evening: 6:55 p.m. daily.
Megabucks: 7:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. daily

What is Vermont Lottery Second Chance?

Vermont’s 2nd Chance lottery lets players enter eligible non-winning instant scratch tickets into a drawing to win cash and/or other prizes. Players must register through the state’s official Lottery website or app. The drawings are held quarterly or are part of an additional promotion, and are done at Pollard Banknote Limited in Winnipeg, MB, Canada.

This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Vermont editor. You can send feedback using this form.

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Sunset Lake to fill gaps in medical market

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23 hours ago

March 18, 2026

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Sunset Lake to fill gaps in medical market

Sunset Lake Cannabis recently announced a new line of medical-grade products that will be carried by local retailers, including Winooski Organics (Winooski), The Tea House (White River Junction), VerDiggity Organics (Manchester) and Lake Effects Vermont (South Hero), which is Sunset Lake’s own dispensary.

Sunset Lakes recently obtained certification to craft medical grade cannabis products, and plans to supply retailers that maintain a Medical Use Endorsement (MUE) retail license through the Cannabis Control Board (CCB). MUE licenses allow recreational retailers to carry medical cannabis products.

According to Sunset Lake Director of Marketing Rev Baker, the new line of products will close a gap left in the wake of the closure of Ceres Medical, and help to fulfill a need for medicinal patients.

“When [Ceres Medical] closed, it left a big void for medical cannabis patients, on both ends of the state. They were also providing their own brand of products, so it is sort of a two-pronged thing for our company to be able to provide medical grade products at our dispensary, and also provide medical grade products through our Sunset Lake brand, that we will distribute at other dispensaries throughout the state,” said Baker.

“We are trying to fill a void that was left behind, and help patients get the higher-potency medical products that they rely on for their wellbeing,” added Baker.

Alexandra Thomas, a co-owner at VerDiggity Organics said that their dispensary is excited to roll out the new Sunset Lake products.

“We will be carrying the new Sunset Lake Gummies, and tinctures. We are looking forward to seeing what new products they will have available as the ball gets rolling,” said Thomas.

“One thing we have always had pride in, is treating our recreational dispensary as medical, and have enjoyed diving in to help customers find unique products that work best with their symptoms and body. I think the MUE rule is a great step forward for patient access. It should definitely open up more opportunities for us as well as other dispensaries to better serve the medical community,” added Thomas.

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Find out who made the Vermont high school coaches’ all-league boys hockey teams

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March 18, 2026

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Find out who made the Vermont high school coaches’ all-league boys hockey teams

The Vermont Boys Hockey Coaches Association has announced its all-league teams for the 2025-26 high school season.

As reported to the Burlington Free Press sports department, the coaches’ selections are broken down by first, second, third teams and honorable mentions for Division I and II.

The association also named players and coaches of the year for each division.

File: Find out who made the coaches’ 2025 all-league boys hockey teams

The teams:

DIVISION I ALL-STARS

Player of the year: Christian Butler, South Burlington.

Coach of the year: J.P. Benoit, Champlain Valley.

FIRST TEAM

Forwards: Brady Jones, Champlain Valley; Jack Kelly, South Burlington; Colton Lefebvre, Colchester.

Defense: Chais Lyford, Rice; Ace McRitchie, Spaulding.

Goalie: Ethan Fortin, Spaulding.

SECOND TEAM

Forwards: Bayler Lamos, Rice; Vincent Lanzetta, Rice; Griffin Seitz, Rice.

Defense: Ryder Donati, Rice; Brodie Smith, Burr and Burton.

Goalie: Tommy Barnes, Champlain Valley.

THIRD TEAM

Forwards: Walter Morris, Rice; Brody Tatro, BFA-St. Albans; R.J. Volski, Burr and Burton.

Defense: Gavin Benoit, BFA-St. Albans; Josh Stewart, Essex.

Goalie: Hunter Slade, Burr and Burton.

HONORABLE MENTION

Forwards: Peyton Albertson, Rice; Luke Brownlee, BFA-St. Albans; Drew Laprade, Spaulding; Colby Magnan, BFA-St. Albans; Chris Morgan, Essex; Jack Tomlinson, Burlington; Cole Slade, Burr and Burton.

Defense: Wes Casavant, Rice; Kamden Eckhardt, Spaulding; Ryan Kramer, Burr and Burton; Parker Harrington, Spaulding; Sawyer Wellman, Champlain Valley; Ethan Whitcomb, Champlain Valley.

Goalies: Elliot Deslauriers, BFA-St. Albans, James Heyer, Essex; Zach Merchand, BFA-St. Albans; Connor Williams, Rice.

DIVISION II ALL-STARS

Player of the year: Eli Herrington, Harwood.

Coach of the year: Jordan Stearns, Middlebury.

FIRST TEAM

Forwards: Jonathan Giroux, North Country; Max King, Stowe/Peoples; Griffin Nelson, Harwood.

Defense: Owen Farr, Harwood; Ian Nolan, Stowe/Peoples.

Goalie: Ryan Philbrook, Milton.

SECOND TEAM

Forwards: Maddux Gagne, Missisquoi; Milo Lavit, Harwood; Brayden Welch, Milton.

Defense: Zachary Griffith, North Country; Charlie Pickel, U-32.

Goalie: Dom Palazzo, Woodstock.

THIRD TEAM

Forwards: Tripp Roberge, North Country; Jack Scribner, U-32; Aidan Soutiere, Mount Mansfield.

Defense: Kaden Kelly, Mount Mansfield; Colin Teague, Missisquoi.

Goalie: Kai Tuominen, North Country.

HONORABLE MENTION

Forwards: Cooper Browe, Harwood; Brock Bushey, Milton; Garret Carter, Mount Mansfield; Scanlan Forrest, Stowe/Peoples; Phin Huntington, St. Johnsbury; Reece King, Stowe/Peoples; Ryan Laroche, Missisquoi; Camden Leno, U-32; Cole Little, Woodstock; Ean Messier, Missisquoi; Ethan Nease, U-32; Gabriel Quesnel, Middlebury; Alexandre Romanko, Mount Mansfield; Ben West, North Country.

Defense: Gabe Alexander, Brattleboro; Holden Brigham, St. Johnsbury; Killian Choquette, Milton; Zakary Fortin, North Country; Griffin Goodhue, North Country; Chase Lafaille, U-32; Logan McNulty, Middlebury; Kaleb Vasseur, Harwood; Ryan Walsh, St. Johnsbury.

Goalie: TJ Baron, Middlebury; TJ Baron, Middlebury; Alex McCabe, Harwood; Grayson Nease, U-32.

Contact Alex Abrami at aabrami@freepressmedia.com. Follow him on X, formerly known as Twitter: @aabrami5.

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