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Sunday, May 10th, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The new driving range at West Hartford’s Rockledge Golf Club is on track to open in mid-May, with a temporary certificate expected May 14—minor work remains. Meanwhile, delayed soil issues extend the Eisenhower Park pool project, now aiming for an opening by mid-July if work permits. We-Ha
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash drivers near Bradley Airport in Glastonbury are losing profits as gas prices near $4.60 per gallon, forcing them to work extra hours and adopt new strategies (including cash back programs) to offset rising fuel costs. WFSB-TV
- ➤ Rising jet fuel prices led Spirit Airlines to shut down service last week and prompted other carriers to reduce flights — passengers with cancellations are automatically entitled to cash refunds instead of vouchers. WFSB-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ NPR's Elissa Nadworny interviewed Connecticut Mirror reporters Ginny Monk and Dave Altimari on May 9 about their Pulitzer Prize-winning investigations into predatory towing practices. Connecticut Public
- ➤ ActUp Theater will present Matilda the Musical Jr. in Hartford from May 14-17. The event provides a family-friendly version of the popular musical for local audiences. NBC Connecticut
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A war with Iran is causing global shipping delays that raise fuel prices, with Connecticut gas at $4.66 and diesel at $5.84 — travelers planning summer trips should be prepared for higher costs and possible flight cancellations. CT Mirror
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UConn’s School of Social Work awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws degree to Scot X. Esdaile (president of the Connecticut NAACP) on Saturday in Storrs. He said the honor recognizes the dedication of social workers in overcoming community challenges and improving local well-being. WTNH News 8
- ➤ Thousands of UConn students will receive their diplomas this weekend during several ceremonies. One ceremony at Gampel Pavilion began at 6 p.m. Saturday and more are scheduled for Sunday, marking a major milestone for graduates like Owen Nanartowich (from Hudson, Mass.). WFSB-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A woman in West Hartford shared a video of a venomous copperhead snake seen near reservoir #2 on the Teacher’s Trail after a Channel 3 report raised caution among residents (officials noted that daytime sightings are rare). WFSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut's governor Ned Lamont said a surveyor error in 1642 resulted in an eight-mile border notch that Massachusetts has claimed, with the boundary drawn along the Congamond Lakes after a 1804 compromise. WFSB-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hartford Athletic unveiled new uniforms for its inaugural women’s soccer team at an event attended by players, sponsors and fans including Connecticut athletes — 10 days ahead of its season opener Tuesday, May 19 at 7 p.m. against Vermont. WFSB-TV
- ➤ Anna Maria College announced on April 23 that it will close at the end of spring (affecting 22 Connecticut football players and local coaches) and leave 28-year-old head coach Tanner Kingsley, who led a 7-3 title-winning season, searching for new opportunities. Connecticut Post
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Buckethead Live Performance
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Infinity Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience the virtuoso guitarist Buckethead as he dazzles with multi-genre performances.
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Portland Sea Dogs vs. Hartford Yard Goats
1:10 – 4:10 PM — Dunkin' Park — Tickets available — Kids can run the bases post-game for a fun family experience.
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Gryme: The Ultimate Nu-Metal Experience
9-11:30 p.m. — Arch Street Tavern — Free parking available — Experience the energetic sounds of iconic nu-metal bands like System Of A Down and Linkin Park.
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Concert by Robert Earl Keen
7-10 p.m. — Infinity Music Hall Hartford — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of American folk and country music with Robert Earl Keen.
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Wishes on Wheels Car Show
11 AM – 3 PM — Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field — Admission details not specified — Enjoy a variety of classic cars, food trucks, and live music in support of a good cause.
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40th Annual Franciscan Sports Banquet and Silent Auction
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Aqua Turf Club — Click for reservations — Celebrate 40 years of sports and community spirit at this fundraising banquet.
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Simsbury Land Trust 50th Anniversary Dinner
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Rosedale Farms & Vineyards — Tickets required — Celebrate stewardship and community with music, food, and a keynote from Marshall Epstein.
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Wine & Roses Fundraiser
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Pond House Cafe — $150 per person — Enjoy a cocktail reception and live music while supporting Elizabeth Park Conservancy.
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Moth-Style Storytelling Evening
7-9 p.m. — Hartford Flavor Company — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of entertaining true stories told live by local storytellers.
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Wethersfield Bicycle Festival and Swap Meet
8 a.m.–12 p.m. — Hanmer Elementary School — Free admission — Discover a variety of bicycles, parts, and enjoy family games at this vibrant community gathering.
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