Good morning, Hartford.

West Hartford’s Conard High School presents a 2022 revision of Cole Porter’s 'Anything Goes' today at 7 p.m. with additional shows on March 7 (7 p.m.), March 8 (2 p.m.), and March 13–14 (7 p.m.) to display the students’ singing, dancing and acting talents.

Heating oil suppliers in Connecticut say that global events led to rapid wholesale price jumps after a 25-cent increase Saturday with further rises Monday and Tuesday, and customers may soon feel higher costs on their next home delivery (according to the CT Energy Marketers Association).

Two Connecticut college students are stranded in the UAE as regional tensions rise.

They attended a Model UN conference and now await instructions from the State Department (possibly a planned evacuation) in the coming days.

Connecticut lawmakers reviewed two bills (HB 5002 and SB 7) to update the school funding formula and address rising costs, following recent testimony by educators and local leaders in Hartford.

Several Connecticut towns are debating using an emergency DEEP order to dispose excess snow into nearby rivers after recent heavy storms, as cities like Essex store over 1,000 tons of snow on a gravel lot to avoid contaminating water supplies.

Officials expect storage measures to last until April.

Residents are rushing to local hardware stores to buy salt as icy weather looms, with supplies dwindling quickly.

Several stores sold out on Thursday, leaving Ace Hardware in Rocky Hill with only a few bags for those preparing for more winter weather.

Connecticut legislators discussed legalizing plug-in solar panels at a public hearing on March 5 that could lower electric bills by offering a plug-and-play solution for residents with limited roof access.

If approved, these portable panels may be legal by October and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions — boosting energy independence.

State lawmakers are considering new rules that would allow wake surfing within 200 feet of the shoreline on most Connecticut lakes (local towns could ban or adjust the rule) while Lake Waramaug's existing ban remains in place amid environmental concerns.

Connecticut is set to receive a $154M federal grant for rural health improvements; the state's Department of Social Services will lead projects to expand mental health support, modernize technology, and build a stronger healthcare workforce.

Gov. Lamont said the funding follows broad community input & public engagement.

Last week, a historic winter storm forced many blood drives to be cancelled, leading the Connecticut Blood Center to declare a blood emergency after losing more than 1,500 donations (leaving hospitals with less than a two-day supply).

Eligible donors are encouraged to donate to help restore the supply.

West Hartford chef Adam Greenberg will compete on Food Network’s Tournament of Champions with his first round airing Sunday, March 8 (he has won four Chopped contests and works at Sparrow Pizza Bar as well as Tacobarn).

The bracket-style cookoff is hosted by Guy Fieri.

Fourth-ranked UConn will play Marquette on Saturday, Mar.

7 to close out the Big East regular season. The game marks UConn's final conference match as they aim for a strong finish.

UConn's women’s basketball team earned five of the seven major Big East awards announced Thursday morning, as Sarah Strong received Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year while Blanca Quiñonez earned Freshman of the Year and Sixth Woman honors, and coach Geno Auriemma was named Coach of the Year.

Soccer Classes for Kids Aged 3-8

2 p.m. — Elizabeth Park Conservancy — Enroll now — March indoor soccer classes designed for young boys and girls.

Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Cleveland Monsters

7-8 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Check the local AHL action as the Wolf Pack host the Monsters in a thrilling hockey showdown.

90s Con 2026

4-8 p.m. — Connecticut Convention Center — $176.10 — Celebrate the iconic decade of the 90s with a weekend of nostalgia in Hartford.

90's Con CT - Saturday

10 AM – 2 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — VIP ticket options available — Celebrate the beloved 90s with exclusive experiences and premium seating.

90's Con CT - Sunday

10 AM - 2 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — VIP ticket packages available — Celebrate the iconic 90s with exclusive experiences and meet your favorite stars.

St. Patrick's Day Knitted Banner Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Manchester Public Library — Free entry — Create a festive yarn banner for St. Patrick's Day under the guidance of local artisan Mary Curley.

Turas - Contemporary Irish Music

6-9 p.m. — New Park Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a captivating evening of live Irish music with the band Turas.

Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty

6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Theater of the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience a radiant ballet reimagining of Sleeping Beauty with stunning glow-in-the-dark costumes.

Shamrock Run & Walk

8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. — Chippens Hill Middle School, Bristol, CT — Registration fee applies — Celebrate Irish spirit with a community 5 & 2-mile road race and fitness walk for all ages.

Annual Johnny's Jog for Charity 5K

9 a.m. — Blue Back Square — Registration required — Participate in a community run and support a good cause with raffle prizes.