Good morning, Hartford.

Hartford dentist Horace Wells discovered the use of nitrous oxide in the 1840s to enable pain-free dental treatment — a breakthrough honored by a statue in Bushnell Park and a Center Church sanctuary — though he faced controversy and received credit posthumously.

The Children's Museum announced it will permanently close its West Hartford location after flood damage in November.

Museum staff are seeking a new space while animals and preschool operations at Emanuel Synagogue remain unaffected.

A Lotto! ticket sold in Hartford won a $6.8M jackpot Tuesday as CT Lottery announced winners may choose a lump sum + 21 annuity payments; the jackpot will reset to $1M for Friday’s drawing.

Governor Ned Lamont outlined his priorities yesterday to the General Assembly, calling for free school breakfasts for all students and a new Blue Ribbon Panel on K-12 Education to review funding and resources for schools.

State medical examiner data shows 13 people died from hypothermia due to extreme cold between November and Jan, including 4 unhoused individuals, and Gov. Ned Lamont extended the severe cold protocol until Tuesday to help vulnerable residents.

Hartford Yard Goats and Dunkin' Park celebrate their 10-year anniversary with a season opener on April 2 at 7:10 p.m. and a lineup of post-game fireworks, themed nights, and giveaways, while individual game tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m. (available online, by phone, and in person).

UConn beat Xavier with a score of ninety-two to sixty at PeoplesBank Arena on Tuesday.

The Huskies now prepare for an important game against St. John's at Madison Square Garden this Friday — a matchup that will test their strength.

Multiple athletes with Connecticut ties will compete in the Winter Olympics in Italy this February.

The roster includes hockey players, figure skaters, and lugers with deep local connections who will showcase their skills on the world stage & keep our community in the Olympic spotlight.

After Jim Mora left, UConn head coach Jason Candle added over 70 players on national signing day to rebuild the football team.

He said his focus is on developing strong relationships and shaping a competitive roster for the upcoming season.

Azzi Fudd scored 25 points as UConn defeated DePaul 86+40 last night, with the Huskies dominating the game with a 31+10 first-quarter run.

The team will host Butler at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford on Saturday.

Harvest & Rust - A Neil Young Experience

7-9 p.m. — Downtown Live at the Rockwell Theater — Ticketed event — Enjoy an authentic tribute to Neil Young with stirring performances from one of the premier bands in the Northeast USA.

Communication & Self-Esteem Workshop with Brisa Albuquerque

5-8 p.m. — Our Lady of Fatima Child Care Center — Limited slots — Explore authentic communication and confidence-building techniques to enhance personal and professional growth.

Valentine's Paint Night with FiyaBomb

5:30 p.m. — Lo Sano Restaurant & Bar — Ticketed event — Enjoy a creative Paint & Sip night guided by celebrated artist Fiyabomb with cocktails and giveaways.

Snowglobe Cup Crafting Class

6-8 p.m. — The Bristol Bazaar — Fun event — Create your own magical snowglobe cup in a festive, hands-on setting.

Valentine's Day Dinner at Max's Oyster Bar

Feb 14 — Max's Oyster Bar — $99 per person — Indulge in a three-course pre-fixe menu crafted for the perfect romantic evening.

Wings of Night

1-2 p.m. — Northwest Park — Free entry — Get up close with majestic owls and learn about their fascinating world and conservation efforts.

The Counter Performance

2:30-3:30 p.m. — TheaterWorks Hartford — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an engaging theatrical experience at this local venue.

Glass Fusing Workshop: Create Your Own Nightlight

6-7:30 p.m. — The Firestone | Art Studio & Cafe — Pre-registration required — Have fun crafting a custom glass nightlight in a beginner-friendly workshop.

Band Capricio Live Performance

8:30 p.m. — The Webster — Tickets starting at $92 — Experience an unforgettable night with Band Capricio at Webster Theater.

UConn Huskies Hockey vs Boston College

3-5 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Cost information not specified — UCONN Men's Ice Hockey takes on Boston College in an exciting clash at the new arena.