🌱 VT Temporary Mask Mandates + Refugees Finally Reach Burlington

Burlington VT

23 November, 2021

2:00 PM

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Good day, people of Burlington! Danielle Fallon here with a fresh edition of the Burlington Daily. First, today's weather: Sunshine. High: 38 Low: 25. Here are the top stories in Burlington today: Vermont lawmakers on Monday grudgingly approved a bill to let individual cities and towns pass temporary mask mandates, but only after criticizing Governor Phil Scott for giving them the choice to do little else. The bill passed the special legislative session by wide margins, but many lawmakers who voted for it said they did so only because Scott continued to oppose the broader mask mandate they preferred. Under the new law, which goes into effect Nov. 29 through Apr. 30, city councils and select boards can now mandate facial coverings be worn inside public and private buildings that are open to the public. (Seven Days)Vermont is starting to see more Afghan refugees arrive at Burlington International Airport after they were delayed at military bases for weeks. Several families are scheduled to arrive this week; in total, Vermont will welcome 100 new refugees, each arriving after months of escalating conflict in Afghanistan. State Refugee Director Tracy Dolan said the holdup for refugees at military bases has been caused in large part by the sheer amount of people looking to come to the U.S. (NEWS10 ABC)The Burlington International Airport is preparing for a surge of travelers for the upcoming holiday. From a visual standpoint, the airport looks the same as last year, with reminders about wearing a mask and not traveling while sick. However, the airport is now seeing close to 94% of 2019 traveling numbers, up from 30% of the norm in 2020. (WCAX) Today's Burlington Daily is brought to you by Newrez. When house hunting, choosing the right mortgage is one of the most important steps. Here's why playing it smart with your mortgage can save you cash. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Celebrate Thanksgiving With 15 Percent Off Floral Centerpieces (November 26) Add your event That's it for today. See you all tomorrow for another update! If you're loving these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Danielle Fallon About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.