Virus still widespread, says health commissioner 

Dr. Mark Levine speaks at Tuesday's press conference.
Dr. Mark Levine speaks at Tuesday's press conference.

MONTPELIER - At a press conference on Tuesday, Vermont Health Commissioner Dr. Mark Levine reported new cases of COVID-19 and warned that the virus is still “very present and widespread.” Levine also commented on several recent global developments with the virus and shared encouraging data about child care facilities in low-transmission areas. Gov. Phil Scott and Education Secretary Dan French provided updates about school reopening around the state, and Department of Motor Vehicles Commissioner Wanda Minoli announced a plan to move in-person operations to an appointment-only system.


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