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Friday, June 13th, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Mark White, 47, of Albuquerque was sentenced to 40 years in prison with six months of jail credit for the May 3, 2008 shooting death of Jumar Joiner in Hartford—new witness tips in 2017 led to his March 2022 arrest and a conviction on March 7—and is now in custody. WFSB-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A lot of fun events are in store across Connecticut this weekend as Hartford’s Got Talent finale is set for tomorrow at The Bushnell and a free Lawn Party runs at Nook Farm from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.—with live music, comedy, and art shows scheduled in towns like Mohegan Sun, Foxwoods, New Haven, and Westport for local residents to enjoy. Connecticut Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut students protested in Washington D.C. yesterday to oppose a federal bill that would raise university endowment taxes from 1.4% to 21%—a change they believe could cut financial aid and increase student debt. They met with lawmakers and plan to publish op-eds to highlight the bill's potential impact on affordable college access. CT Mirror
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Ned Lamont signed a law that overhauls CT's century-old towing statutes after an investigation exposed predatory practices that hurt consumers. He signed the bill before departing for Europe—where he will attend the Paris Air Show as part of a delegation of Connecticut aerospace manufacturers. CT Mirror
- ➤ The Hartford Public Library earned the CT State Library 2025 Excellence in Public Libraries Award and received $17,000 to expand its digital literacy programming. An award ceremony will be held Thursday, Aug. 14 at Memorial Hall—highlighting Hartford's commitment to innovative public services. FOX61
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Comedy Night at Long View Ciderhouse
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Long View Ciderhouse Orchard Bar — Enjoy the humor and laughter with talented comedians showcasing their skills.
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Sit or Start Soccer Workouts
8-10 a.m. — 65 Van Block Ave — Pricing info not provided — Enhance your technical skills and agility with focused soccer training sessions for middle and high school athletes.
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Insurance Trivia Challenge
5-7 p.m. — Parkville Market — Free entry — Test your insurance knowledge and enjoy a fun trivia night with friends and colleagues.
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Riverfront Music Series: Town Band Performance
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Riverfront Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy a summer evening of live music at the Town Band concert in Riverfront Park.
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The Lost Tribe – Hopgood Lord Summer Music Series
6-8 p.m. — Performance Pavillion — Free entry — Enjoy free live music and vibrant vibes with Hartford's The Lost Tribe in the Performance Pavillion.
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Porfirio Ayvar Concert
7:00 p.m. — Casablanca Hall — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Porfirio Ayvar live in Connecticut.
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ConnectiKids Summer Fair
11 AM – 5 PM — Parkville Market — Free entry — A vibrant summer fair showcasing local vendors and talent for family fun.
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CT Historic Gardens Day
11 AM – 4 PM — Webb Deane Stevens Museum — $1 off admission — Celebrate the beauty of historic gardens with tours, yoga, and talks.
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Week Two Sit or Start Workouts
8-10 a.m. — 65 Van Block Ave — Cost info not specified — Engage in technical, speed, agility, and soccer IQ development in Hartford's youth workouts.
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Baseball Match: Fisher Cats vs. Yard Goats
7:10-8:40 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a thrilling Minor League Baseball game between the New Hampshire Fisher Cats and Hartford Yard Goats.
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