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Today's Forecast: A 40 percent chance of showers, mainly after 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. Northeast wind around 8 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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They are going fast fast fast. Don't miss your opportunity to play a friendly game of where will the patty plop. That's right folks we still have about 40 squares left in the annual Cider Days Cow Plop
Some squares are actually a two for one! That's right, if you buy a ticket along the edge there is an additional 2ft buffer zone between your square and the fence and that counts as your space too!
Wednesdays and Saturdays you can find one of the MHCA Board members at the transfer station. Don't forget to bring $10.00 to purchase YOUR winning square. If you miss us there - stop by the General Store and you can purchase a ticket there.
As always, thank you for supporting your community association! |
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Tail-gating Fun!
Trails for Tails 5K is back — and we're not running out of steam!Tails of Hope, Rutland County's Humane Society, is thrilled to bring back Trails for Tails. Join us for a day of running, fun, and community, all in support of the animals at Tails of Hope!The Race5K Run – ages 12+, $35 Fun Run – bring the whole crew, $10
Event Day Fun
Beyond the race, stick around for a day full of family-friendly fun – A food truck serving up bites for the whole crew, DJ hosted music, games and activities for all ages, and plenty of community spirit.Dogs Welcome
Dogs are not permitted on the race course, but they're more than welcome to join the fun at the event!
All dogs must be leashed at all times!Come run, walk, and celebrate Trails for Tails. All in support of the animals at Tails of Hope! Sign up today: https://rchsvt.org/trails-for-tails-registration/
Thank you for your help! |
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Today's Forecast: Partly sunny, with a high near 63. Northeast wind 5 to 9 mph.
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Well Hello Friday!We are SO happy to see you and welcome to the start of a brand new weekend!! It's been a great week here at Plew Farm — busy in the hay fields, busy at the farm stand, and soaking up every bit of this gorgeous weather. We hope you've been able to get outside and enjoy it too! Thanksgiving Turkeys — Order Now!Yes, it's that time already! We are officially taking orders for fresh, pasture-raised Thanksgiving turkeys. Our birds are raised right here on our farm, out on pasture, and will be fresh and ready for your holiday table.
- Average weight: ~18 lbs
- Price: $6.75/lb — same as last year!
- $25 deposit holds your bird
Stop by the farm stand during business hours to order, or mail a check to the address below. Don't wait too long — these go fast every year! Baked Goods Land Saturday!Fresh baked goods hit the shelves tomorrow, and folks — they do NOT last long! If you've got a sweet tooth calling your name, get here early. Once they're gone, they're gone! Brisket = Weekend Comfort FoodNothing beats a slow-cooked brisket on a crisp fall weekend. Cozy up, let it simmer all day, and let the whole house smell amazing. Comfort food at its finest! Fresh From the FieldsOur shelves are stocked and ready for your one-stop shop:
- Salad greens
- Spinach
- Onions
- Garlic
- Peppers
- Apples
- Carrots
Everything you need, all in one place! See You This Weekend!We'd love to have you shop with us — open Friday through Sunday, 12:00–5:00. |
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VISIT OUR WEBSITE Let's talk about the pantry staple you didn't know you were missing: our wood-fired, award-winning maple syrup. It's the real deal made right in our sugar house right here on our farm. And here's the best part — our online store is open 24/7, no matter where you are. Kitchen counter, office desk, recliner, even the carpool line — we've got you covered (and we definitely won't judge). Stock up today and we'll ship it straight to your door! |
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Plew Farm1966 Healdville Rd, Mount Holly, VT 05758
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Farm stand open Wednesdays through Sundays from 12:00 - 5:00. 802-259-2250 |
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Mount Holly iNaturalist Bioblitz 2026 Help identify every species of wild plant, mushrooms, or animal (birds, insects, amphibians, reptiles, mammals) found in Mount Holly October 1-12. Prizes awarded for the most species submitted! New to iNaturalist? Download the free app to your smartphone or go to www.inaturalist.org and sign up. Details at Getting Started. Got questions? Email: MHBiodiversity@gmail.com Free learning sessions at the MHCT booth during Cider Days. All entries add to the Mount Holly Biodiversity Project
sponsored by the Mount Holly Conservation Trust & Mount Holly Conservation Commission. |
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Community Health Names Tracy Upton, RN, Chief Clinical Office
Rutland, VT – Community Health is pleased to announce the promotion of Tracy Upton, RN, to Chief Clinical Officer, recognizing her nearly 30 years of leadership, clinical expertise, and dedication to the organization, its employees, and the patients and communities it serves.
Upton joined Community Health in August 1996 as a registered nurse at the organization's pediatric clinic. In addition to providing patient-centered care, she helped improve clinical workflows, implement the practice's electronic health record, educate staff, and lead quality improvement initiatives.
In 2013, Upton was promoted to Director of Quality, where she led organization-wide performance management and quality improvement efforts for nearly nine years. Her work included strengthening data collection and reporting, redesigning clinical workflows, supporting clinical information technology infrastructure, and helping lead the implementation of telehealth services at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Since December 2021, she has served as Director of Clinical Operations, providing leadership and operational oversight for Community Health's primary care practices. Working closely with practice managers, medical directors, clinical informatics staff, and senior leadership, she has advanced strategic priorities while supporting high-quality, coordinated care.
"Tracy's promotion reflects a career defined by dedication, excellence, and a deep commitment to improving patient care," said Community Health COO Christopher Chadwick. "Her ability to bring together clinical expertise, operational leadership, and strategic vision has had a lasting impact on our organization."
Throughout her career, Upton has led organization-wide quality initiatives, mentored emerging clinical leaders, and helped practices achieve NCQA Level III Patient-Centered Medical Home recognition. Most recently, she spearheaded the development of Community Health's new Medical Assistant Training Program, which launches September 21, 2026.
As Chief Clinical Officer, Upton will provide executive leadership for clinical operations, quality, patient safety, and care delivery across the organization.
"Tracy's deep understanding of our organization, combined with her commitment to innovation and continuous improvement, makes her exceptionally well-suited for this role," said Community Health CEO Mike Gardner. "Her leadership has helped shape Community Health for nearly three decades, and we are excited for the impact she will continue to make in this new position." |
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Today's Forecast: Sunny, with a high near 59. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
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MOUNT HOLLY TOWN OFFICE WILL BE CLOSING EARLY THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 24, 2026 AT 2:00 PM SORRY FOR THE INCONVENIENCE |
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------------------------------------------------------------------------- Note From the Mount Holly Conservation Commission Star Lake Activities. On September 1, an important step our pursuit of creating a pathway for canoes and kayaks as well as improving the recreation area in and around Star Lake was taken at a meeting in the Community Room in Belmont. Beside several officers from the state Agency for Natural Resources (ANR), all State Senators for Rutland County, the Mount Holly Conservation Commission, and several Mount Holly residents attended. Although no firm decisions were taken, several relevant issues were discussed, and the Conservation Commission came away with a very positive view. We discussed what we consider to be punitive fees required to obtain a permit for harvesting a wider area of Star Lake. It seemed the ANR folks and the legislators were quite sympathetic and several workarounds were discussed. Options discussed included adjusting regulations to remove cost barriers for projects such as this that are in the clear public interest, providing access to grant funding to cover all or most of the cost and, if needed, making statutory changes that remove cost barriers for public good projects. We discussed the ongoing eutrophication of Star Lake and the longer-term effects which are not encouraging. Nevertheless, we believe Star Lake can become again an attraction for recreation in Belmont, Mount Holly. Cider Day Plans. The Conservation Commission is planning to have booth at Cider Days and all are invited to pass by, pick up available literature on our activities, offer to volunteer to assist on activities of interest, or discuss what projects the Commission should undertake. We will also be offering excursions to Star Lake to view the rather amazing harvester and the beginning of our efforts to improve the recreation area. We will post times for this activity. In the ChitChat – as well as here in the Mt Holly Newsflash and Facebook – you’ll see information about the upcoming ‘bioblitz’ organized by our friends, the Mt Holly Conservation Trust. It’s a great way to do your part as a ‘citizen scientist’, helping to record our town’s biodiversity – we hope you’ll join in! Old Syria Farm Hiking Trails Fall is a great time for walking in the woods. We now have a network of trails on the old Syria farm, off Shunpike just up from the intersection with Syria Road. A map is posted where the trails go into the woods. Full directions are on the Commission page of the Town website: www.mounthollyvt.org/conservation-commission/ |
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Tail-gating Fun!
Trails for Tails 5K is back — and we're not running out of steam!Tails of Hope, Rutland County's Humane Society, is thrilled to bring back Trails for Tails. Join us for a day of running, fun, and community, all in support of the animals at Tails of Hope!The Race5K Run – ages 12+, $35 Fun Run – bring the whole crew, $10
Event Day Fun
Beyond the race, stick around for a day full of family-friendly fun – A food truck serving up bites for the whole crew, DJ hosted music, games and activities for all ages, and plenty of community spirit.Dogs Welcome
Dogs are not permitted on the race course, but they're more than welcome to join the fun at the event!
All dogs must be leashed at all times!Come run, walk, and celebrate Trails for Tails. All in support of the animals at Tails of Hope! Sign up today: https://rchsvt.org/trails-for-tails-registration/ |
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Come one! Come All! to the 24th annual Bethany Birches Camp Benefit Auction. You'll find great items to bid on from local maple syrup to gift certificates to Pico and uThrive to delicious homemade treats like bagels, sticky buns and canned pickles! Free food flows all day starting with doughnuts and coffee and ending with a pulled pork buffet with all the fixin's. Some people come to spend way too much money on pickles, while other people come to hang out, take in the views, and enjoy the yummy food. Wherever you fall on that spectrum it's a great day to support young kids in VT having the opportunity to attend Bethany Birches in the summer and/or winter! If you can't join us on site - consider bidding online here. |
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Elise Brunelle, VSO Executive Director, right, with Ludlow Rotary Club president Brigid Sullivan. Elise Brunelle, Vermont Symphony Orchestra (VSO) Executive Director, spoke to the Ludlow Rotary Club about the varied programs and concerts the orchestra performs. The VSO places a high priority on youth exposure to classical music in addition to their traditional concerts performed around the State. The 80 to 90 musicians perform more than 40 concerts statewide annually. Concerts range from small ensembles, like the free wind ensemble coming to Ludlow's Heald Auditorium at 2:00 PM on October 18, to school educational performances, to the extravagant July 4th outdoor concerts. The full orchestra performs regularly, including their upcoming concert at the Paramount Theater in Rutland on November 14 with Judy Collins. Their goal is to make music accessible to all Vermonters. In their ongoing effort to reach Vermonters in all parts of the State, Brunelle noted that Music Director Andrew Crust posts Facebook videos regularly. The statewide orchestra started in 1934, with Brunelle as executive director since 2020. As the face of the VSO, she looks forward to seeing many locals at their concerts this season. |
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