Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of January.
Good morning, Burlington.
🏘️ Community
Bill Barbot speaks with Vermont Public's Erica Heilman in the new What Class Are You? episode released today, sharing his experience on class diversity after moving from Washington to Williston.
He explains that local community involvement reveals shared values among neighbors.
While a winter storm moves through the region today, taxi driver James Johnson of Blazer Taxi said drivers get more calls if they time their shifts well & thank city crews for keeping roads clear.
Patriots fans in Essex Junction also brave the cold to watch the AFC Championship game.
📰 Economy
Vermont Chamber of Commerce leaders say state officials must adopt a long-term plan to boost business, housing, and jobs.
They set key priorities for the 2026 session to improve the state’s lagging economy.
🎓 Education
Champlain Elementary School behavioral interventionist Eli Bissonette has been nominated for National Life Group’s LifeChanger of the Year award that honors educators making a difference.
The award winners will be announced in early 2026.
UVM students spent Sunday night enjoying backyard skiing and sledding in a snowstorm, reliving childhood fun and planning a snowball fight if classes are canceled.
VTrans crews cleared roads while Burlington International Airport halted flights as crews prepared for more snow (which may cause drifting conditions).
🏈 Sports
More than a dozen athletes with Vermont ties were named to the U.S. Olympic team and will compete in Alpine, biathlon, cross-country + freestyle events at the Winter Games in Italy from Feb.
6 to 22. Many plan to travel with family for a fuller Olympic experience after Covid restrictions.
The Vermont Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2026 inductees—10 new members joining 153 since 2012.
The class will be celebrated at a dinner in South Burlington on Saturday, April 25 + a 5:30 p.m. reception at the Delta Marriott.
Ashton Dill scored an overtime goal on Saturday, Jan.
24 to give Essex a 3-2 win that ended U-32’s undefeated season in high school boys hockey. The upset marked a turning point in the weekend’s matchups.
🎉 Burlington Events
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Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2026
6:30 PM – 12:00 AM — The Flynn — Ticket pricing varies — Experience adrenaline-fueled action and breathtaking landscapes from around the world.
Penguin Plunge
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Burlington Waterfront Boat Ramp — $25 – $50 — Dive into Lake Champlain for a chilly plunge in support of Special Olympics Vermont.
Love In Motion: A Valentine's Trolley Experience
5-8 p.m. — Delta Hotels Burlington — $ — Step onto a red carpet and enjoy a charming, romantic trolley ride filled with nostalgia and curated moments for couples.
TAZ Live Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the electrifying talent of TAZ, a rising star who has graced major stages worldwide.
2026 Burlington Weekend Food Art and Crafts Show
10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. — Burlington City Arts @ The BCA Center — Vendor fees apply — Discover tasty eats, cool crafts, and fun vibes at this vibrant community showcase.
The Lowdown at Higher Ground
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Vermont's funniest at this new comedy event.
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