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It Was A Pandemic 'Escape Community' In 1918. And Now?

The small town of Fletcher did notably well during the 1918 flu pandemic. How did they manage that, and how are they managing COVID?Chris Crawford of…

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If You're Worried About Climate Change, Where Should You Live?

A listener question with some local implications. We pass the mic to our friends at New Hampshire Public Radio's show Outside/In. Vermont Public Radio's…

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Where Do The Terms 'Woodchuck' And 'Flatlander' Come From?

Where did these unusual labels come from, and what do they evoke today? A question about blatant stereotypes, and the Green Mountain lingo we use for…

Ask Bob: Who Are Vt.'s Electors? And Other Questions About The 2021 Legislative Session

Health concerns associated with the coronavirus pandemic mean the 2021 legislative session will be quite different from previous years. But before…

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How Are The U.S.-Canada Border Restrictions Affecting Vt. Businesses And Families?

In the heart of this strange, sad holiday season, businesses and families continue to navigate the ongoing border closure between Vermont and Canada. So…

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