🌱 Parkway Diner Reopens + Science Lessons Through TikTok

Welcome back, Burlington! I'm here in your inbox per usual to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Follow along for the latest.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 75 Low: 56.

Here are the top three stories today in Burlington:

1. Vermont's Public Safety Commissioner is stepping down to take a job with the University of Vermont. The announcement was made by Governor Phil Scott during a press conference on Tuesday. Deputy Commissioner Jennifer Morrison has been tapped to serve in an interim capacity while a replacement is found. (WCAX)
2. South Burlington’s Parkway Diner is reopening after being closed for almost two years. The popular establishment will be under new management, however. Customers will still be able to enjoy the classic menu every day between 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. (Seven Days)
3. A South Burlington science teacher has become famous through his TikTok science lessons. Greg Wolf shares his love of science with the world through his account Wolf_Science. Viewers can learn how a siphon works, the science behind a Double Stuffed Oreo, and Bernoulli's Principle. (Seven Days)

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Today in Burlington:

• Animal Demo At Echo Leahy Center for Lake Champlain (11:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• The University of Vermont shares a special celebration video for 2022 graduates. Congratulations and wishing you all the best! (Instagram)
• The Burlington City Council wants to save Memorial Auditorium. Click for the full story. (Twitter)
• The Burlington Beer Company is celebrating its 8th anniversary. Cheers! (Instagram)

That's it for today! I'll see you soon.

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a senior writer with 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.