‘Simpsons’ at home in Vermont
In the Vermont town of Springfield nestled in a mountain valley, a banner decorated with images of pink doughnuts is festooned across Main Street, welcoming visitors to the “Home of the Simpsons.”
“We’re all very proud,” said longtime resident Judi Martin, 56, after the town of whitesteepled churches, historic homes and aging brick factories was named the official hometown of television’s favorite dysfunctional family. The tranquil New England community of 9,300 people beat 13 other Springfields in the United States in an online poll for the honor of hosting “The Simpsons Movie” premiere today, six days before its nationwide release.
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