Good morning, Hartford.

Hartford Children's patient Daniela Ciriello was given free tickets by Dunkin' Park for Saturday's Banana Ball game (Aug.

1) in the city. The gesture is part of an effort to celebrate local community moments.

Residents are invited to attend a Kennedy Park planning presentation today at 5:30 p.m. at Elmwood Community Center.

Weston & Sampson will share recent questionnaire results and two draft designs as community input guides the final master plan.

Ramp Fitness will open an inclusive gym at 635 New Park Avenue with both adaptive and standard equipment (a first in the area) and plans a soft opening with a grand opening around Aug.

15. The facility offers memberships for West Hartford residents and supports all fitness levels.

At Windsor Animal Clinic, technicians Carrie Choiniere and James Conway are buying the practice from Dr. Larry Pennington to take over operations soon (a move that shows how employee ownership can help keep local jobs and preserve a business legacy).

Gas prices in Connecticut have climbed to 4.18 dollars per gallon, a 15-cent increase over the past week as summer travel drives up demand.

Locals may face higher fuel costs affecting daily commutes.

Three recent graduates from the class of 2026 told SOMOS CONNECTICUT that jobs are hard to get as they end school.

Their interviews show worries and hopes as they try to build steady careers here in Hartford.

Experts say that summer melt happens when 10-40% of students who plan to enroll in college do not, affecting Connecticut kids and raising concerns about lost opportunities.

Researchers plan to study ways to help students complete their enrollment soon.

Temporary Protected Status for Haitians in Connecticut ends today after a brief court extension delayed the deadline.

Gov. Lamont advised local employers to support Haitian workers in health care and elder services while further updates are expected.

Dunkin’ Park hosted Banana Ball on July 23 and 24 (with sold-out games that attracted 25,000 fans) as the Clowns and the Party Animals provided a weekend of lively baseball and fan interaction.

Season 5 Finale Celebration

2-4 p.m. — Mandell JCC — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the culmination of an exceptional season of dance with performances and a reception.

Luh Tyler Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Webster — Tickets required — Experience Luh Tyler's infectious melodies and dynamic flow in a vibrant live performance.

Of Virtue & Savage Hands Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Webster — Tickets from $77 — Experience an unforgettable live show featuring Of Virtue & Savage Hands at the Webster Underground.

Lake Terramuggus Olympic Triathlon

8:00 am – 2:00 pm — Blish Memorial Park — Registration required — Experience a challenging Olympic distance triathlon suitable for all levels amidst moderate hills.