UVM Studies Seaweed And Cows + BBA Private Security Extension

Burlington VT

06 October, 2021

12:40 PM

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Good morning, people of Burlington! Danielle Fallon here with the Thursday Burlington Daily. First, today's weather: Partly sunny and nice. High: 70 Low: 53. Here are the top stories today in Burlington: The University of Vermont recently received a big boost from the USDA's Organic Agriculture Program to study an unlikely pairing: seaweed and dairy cows. The $2.9 million award will help the research team explore the possible animal health, environmental, and economic benefits of giving cows seaweed as a feed supplement. While studies show seaweed has the potential to reduce dairy cows' methane emissions, different species have different nutritional values that haven't yet been fully explored. (Local 22/44 News)Despite having few takers over the summer, some Burlington businesses are considering extending their private security patrols. In July, the Burlington Business Association created the safety escort program to help overnight workers feel safe while walking to their cars. Since there was limited demand for the program as it stood, the BBA ended up using those services as "safety ambassadors" who could respond to low-level incidents downtown quickly. (WCAX)South Burlington Police are investigating a gunpoint robbery at local pharmacy Kinney Drugs. (Local 22/44 News)Installations at the Fleming Museum of Art have been overhauled to address concerns over racial equity, while at the same time removing pieces that have been deemed less inclusive or problematic. (WCAX)A Burlington yoga teacher received a grant to provide ten weeks of free yoga classes to her senior students. (Seven Days) From our sponsor: Today's Burlington Daily is brought to you by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. If you love Ring Video Doorbell, just wait until you meet Ring Alarm! While Ring first made a name for itself with its popular Video Doorbells, it would be remiss not to mention all the benefits and features of the second-generation Ring Alarm, a DIY home security system that works with any house or apartment. Today in Burlington: Springfield Fiber Therapy Group - Green Mountain Rug Hooking Guild (8:00 AM) Champlain Islands Fiber Bees - Green Mountain Rug Hooking Guild (11:00 AM) Burke Hollow Rug Room - Green Mountain Rug Hooking Guild (5:30 PM) Did you know you can feature your local business right here for just $79 a month? Click here to learn more. Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow morning for another update. If you're into these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — 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.