April 11, 2005 — Midday Report

Top stories developing across the region at the noon hour: some wealthy Vermonters say the crisis in Medicaid can be solved by raising taxes on them; prime camping spots in the state park system are being reserved at a brisk pace this spring; the Douglas Administration announces the awarding of six new contracts for storm water research; Winhall police and rescue services to provide coverage to neighboring Stratton; last operating Howard Johnson’s restaurant in Vermont to close.