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Hartford
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut farmers face a shortage of nitrogen fertilizer due to the war in Iran & warn that grocery store shelves may see higher prices later this summer or in the fall as planting season begins in five to six weeks. WFSB-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Education Committee votes today on a bill that would increase regulations on homeschooling. The decision will determine if tougher rules move forward for further review. WFSB-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut lawmakers are considering H.B. 5524 to ban polystyrene takeout containers and limit single-use plastics, a move that may take effect July 1, 2028 — the measure aims to reduce waste and boost local recycling and composting efforts as debates continue among industry groups. Connecticut Public
- ➤ The Capital Forest Stewardship Initiative will plant free trees in Hartford over the next four years to reduce air pollution and rising temperatures (funded by the USDA Urban and Community Forestry Program). WFSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ UConn will convene a two-day summit to address the economic challenges faced by Puerto Ricans in CT. The event begins Friday, Mar. 20 at the Capitol, with sessions at nearby Legislative Offices to discuss housing and energy affordability. Connecticut Public
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Brownstone owner confirmed a new restaurant will open in West Hartford at 7 South Main Street in 2026. The venue will serve pizza slices, large pies, burgers, and chicken sandwiches (opening expected late spring or early summer). We-Ha
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WFSB-TV and WWAX have partnered with Hartford Athletic to broadcast USL Championship soccer, with all games airing on WWAX and select matches on WFSB. Hartford Athletic plays its games at Trinity Health Stadium. WFSB-TV
- ➤ West Hartford’s Hall High School won a 6-4 hockey semifinal against Enfield on Monday, March 16. The Titans (led by Connor McHugh and Benjamin Putnam) will play the E.O. Smith-Tolland Bucks on Thursday night at Quinnipiac. We-Ha
- ➤ UConn’s men’s basketball team will leave campus Wednesday morning for Philadelphia as they prepare for Friday’s 10 p.m. game against 15-seed Furman in the NCAA Tournament. The team, ranked No. 2 in the East Region, will hold practice sessions before the matchup. WFSB-TV
- ➤ Local hockey enthusiasts gathered on March 15 at Veterans Memorial Rink to honor Dr. Bob Hall for starting a nearly 57-year tradition of no-ref pickup hockey. The rink will close March 30 for a $4 million renovation (reopening Aug. 1). We-Ha
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Christian Music Concert Series
7-11 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience uplifting sounds at a night of inspiring Christian music.
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Big Shrimp Live Performance
9 p.m. — Arch Street Tavern — No cover charge — Experience high-octane rock as Big Shrimp merges funk and improvisation in an unforgettable live show.
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Night Zero with Fungkshui
7 PM - 12 AM — Arch Street Tavern — Free parking available — Experience an electrifying night of live music featuring mesmerizing guitar and bass performances.
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Chess Club for Kids
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library — Free entry — A monthly gathering for young chess enthusiasts aged 5-12 to sharpen their skills.
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Jeff Leeson Stand-Up Comedy
7-10 p.m. — Funny Bone Comedy Club & Restaurant — Ticketed event — Experience the phenomenal improv of Jeff Leeson as he leaves the crowd amazed.
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Turn It Up Dance Challenge Competitions
All day — Rockville High School, Vernon, CT — Registration fees apply — Experience an unforgettable weekend of dance competitions with awards and scholarships.
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