Good morning, Hartford.

Amanda Fargo Johnson of CT RC&D discussed how buying local can boost community and economy as part of National Farmers Market Week.

Residents will attend the 3rd annual Veteran Farmers Market in Rocky Hill (3 p.m. to 6 p.m.) on Thursday to shop for produce, maple syrup and meat.

The Bushnell is set to host the 'Mamma Mia!' 25th anniversary tour — a musical that debuted in London in 1999 and on Broadway in 2001 and has been seen by 70 million fans.

The event is coming soon to Hartford.

According to a survey from UConn and the Office of Early Childhood, many parents in Connecticut face steep childcare fees—up to $1,700 a month—and long waitlists, with some waiting up to eight months for subsidized care.

The study prompts efforts to add more state-supported childcare slots for working families.

CT DEEP launched Laptop ConneCT today in partnership with the State Library to lend Dell Pro 16 computers to eligible residents with a valid library card who are in assistance programs (over 100 public libraries have already joined).

Heavy downpours flooded roads in Enfield today, causing travel delays for local residents.

Crews are expected to inspect and clear the affected routes as safety measures continue.

Connecticut lawmakers will meet with Gov Lamont in August before the primaries to determine how to assist Puerto Rico during its severe water shortage.

The bipartisan commission led by Bridgeport’s Christopher Rosario is weighing options (including deploying the state National Guard) to share resources and support families in need.

On Monday (Aug. 3), Sen. Blumenthal at the state capitol in Hartford demanded a probe into Taylor Farms after a Cyclospora outbreak led to 77 infections locally and two deaths in Michigan.

He urged the FDA and CDC to explain the delayed recall of tainted lettuce.

Connecticut women's lacrosse players helped secure the U.S. win at the World Championship & the nation has claimed 10 titles since the tournament started in 1982.

UConn head coach Geno Auriemma announced Monday that former standout Nykesha Sales has joined the Huskies as an assistant coach, marking a homecoming for the Bloomfield native who helped win the team’s first NCAA title in 1995.

She will work with current players to build the program’s success.

Rafael Fichandler, a Hall High School graduate from West Hartford, has earned a prestigious 10-month internship with USA Hockey.

He will work with the USA National Development Program in Plymouth, Michigan, in a unique role—one that lets him build his own career path in hockey operations.

Luh Tyler Live Concert

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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.