Good morning, Hartford.

At Hartford Marriott Downtown on Wednesday, the third annual ImpaCT Awards honored local heroes who improved healthcare, housing, financial empowerment and education across Connecticut—recognizing individuals and organizations serving underserved communities.

A memorial service was held Wednesday at the Church of the Incarnation to honor fallen firefighter Robert Sharkevich, who died while fighting the Hawthorne fire in Berlin one year ago.

Sharkevich served 25 years with the Hartford Fire Department and 22 years with the Wethersfield Volunteer Fire Department — he was known as 'Sharkey' to his colleagues.

Stamford-based Purdue Pharma’s $7.4 billion settlement plan to resolve lawsuits over deceptive OxyContin marketing received nearly unanimous support from over 54,000 creditors on Tuesday and now awaits bankruptcy court approval next month—if approved, the plan will lead to the creation of Knoa Pharma to offer lifesaving treatments while directing about $64 million to Connecticut recovery efforts.

Stop & Shop donated $200,000 to food pantries at Central, Eastern, Southern, and Western Connecticut State Universities to help students gain access to healthy meals & address the needs of nearly half who said they cannot afford balanced food.

The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection said Bat Week will run from Oct.

24 to Oct. 31 to honor the role of bats in controlling insects and supporting agriculture—helping to dispel myths that bats are blind or dirty. The week also draws attention to protecting species threatened by white-nose syndrome and other environmental challenges.

Connecticut officials say that if the federal shutdown does not end, SNAP benefits will stop on Nov.

1 and food pantries will face higher demand from low-income families. State leaders are working on emergency food aid as local lines grow and concerns rise about enough food for everyone.

Connecticut Children’s is building an eight‐story clinical tower in Hartford to add space for pediatric care; the clinical floors will open on Dec.

4—improving access for patients and families.

Doctors in Hartford will soon use an FDA-authorized AI tool called Clairity Breast to predict a woman's chance of getting breast cancer using routine mammogram images.

The test, which may cost less than $200 extra and help identify those at high risk, is set to roll out while insurance coverage is still being determined.

The Hartford Wolf Pack faced off with the Springfield Thunderbirds yesterday at 7 p.m. at PeoplesBank Arena in a renewed I-91 rivalry - a contest that included a dinner wager between Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam and Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno as part of the 2025-26 series.

Hall boys soccer defeated Conard 3-1 on Oct.

21 in the regular season finale as the Titans bounced back after an early goal by Max Simmons. The team will travel on for CCC Tournament semifinals on Oct. 25 — they are aiming to build momentum before the state Class LL Tournament.

Yacht Lobsters Band Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Infinity Music Hall — Tickets available — Enjoy the buttery Soft Rock hits of the 70's and 80's with the Yacht Lobsters.

Power of the Pause Celebration

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Mandell JCC — Free entry — Celebrate midlife with awareness, self-care, community, and fun.

An Evening with Jeremy Jordan

3:00-4:30 p.m. — William H. Mortensen Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the remarkable talent of Jeremy Jordan as he shines on stage with his best performances.

UConn vs. Michigan State Basketball

7:30-9 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — $ — UCONN Men's Basketball takes on Michigan State in an exciting showdown at the new arena.

English - A Theatrical Experience

1-5 p.m. — TheaterWorks Hartford — Tickets from $180 — Immerse yourself in the drama and captivating performances of English live on stage.

Connecticut Association for Healthcare at Home Annual Conference

9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. — Hartford Marriott Downtown — Check official website for entry fees — Engage with healthcare leaders and explore innovations in home healthcare.

The Nth Power - Halloween Funk Party

8-11 p.m. — New Park Brewing — $0.63 service fee — Experience the funk groove from The Nth Power in a special Halloween celebration.

UConn Huskies vs. UAB Blazers

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field — Cheaper tickets available — Catch the exciting college football rivalry between the Huskies and the Blazers.

The Wrecks Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Webster — Tickets starting at $52 — Experience a night of live music with The Wrecks in Hartford.

Plaidcast in Person with Piper Klemm

6-9:30 p.m. — Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art — Free entry — Engage in discussions aimed at enhancing the sport with industry insights from special guests.