🌱 Local Woman Leads Police Chase + Burlington Athlete Runs World

Happy Friday, people of Burlington! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

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First, today's weather:

A little snow at times. High: 25 Low: 8.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Burlington:

1. A South Burlington woman was charged after leading police in a chase across Franklin County. An undercover unit spotted 41-year-old Tania Vincelette driving in St. Albans, and she appeared to be under the influence. Upon seeing the cruiser lights, Vincelette took off in her vehicle, ultimately jumping out of her vehicle and leaving on foot before being caught by police. (WCAX)
2. Burlington runner Liam Murphy made a goal to run around the world, and now he has just one continent left: Antarctica. Murphy is currently training for the Antarctica Marathon on Jan. 28, making it his seventh and final stop on his running tour. (WCAX)
3. A credit union in Vermont is developing the state's first lending program that complies with Islamic law, allowing more Muslim households to purchase homes. Opportunities Credit Union, which has locations in Burlington and Winooski, is looking to create a model where it and its customers share ownership of a home. (vtdigger.org)

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Today in Burlington:

• KRIS & A.C.E. Ft. Ryan Dempsey - Nectar's (8:30 P.M.)

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From my notebook:

• Attention, Burlington entrepreneurs: Rural Solutions, a "one-stop shop" for small businesses, has announced its opening. (Vermont Biz)
• Vermont gasoline prices are staying steady at an average of $3.35/gallon. (Vermont Biz)
• Burlington City Arts is kicking off 2022 in style, with another month filled with inspirational exhibitions and events. (Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you around!

— 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.