i130 processing time- Vermont Service Center

I'm reaching out to see if any of you applied for an I-130 spousal visa in April 2024. I applied for my spouse as a permanent resident and had my case status updated after getting citizenship. My case was updated on September 2024 but I never received any approval letter. I'm trying to get a better idea of the current processing times and when we might expect to get the approval.

If you've already received your approval letter, please share the date you submitted your application and when you got the approval.
What was the steps after you got approved?
Did your spouse visit you with a visitor visa while i130 was processing? How did you guys cope with a long distance marriage?

Let's help each other out and stay informed!

Thanks!