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Morning News
Saturday, January 24th, 2026
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sales surged on Thursday before a Sunday storm as shoppers stocked up at Stew Leonard’s in Norwalk; the store scheduled extra staff by hiring 20 extra cashiers + extending baker shifts to meet the heightened demand for food and winter essentials. News 12 Connecticut
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Connecticut TV Fest brings local TV and content creators together at Space67 + Lot48 Studios in Norwalk for workshops on gear innovation and storytelling techniques, capped by an awards ceremony honoring state craftspeople. News 12 Connecticut
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut’s economy grew 5.6% in summer 2025, placing it in the top 10 nationally as finance, insurance, manufacturing & information drove steady gains in the third quarter, according to federal data. Future reports on Q4 growth and December jobs will update how companies tackle ongoing workforce challenges in the state. The Hour
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service upgraded its watch to a storm warning for Connecticut, stating snow will begin Sunday morning from 7 to 11 a.m. and intensify by evening, likely leading to 12 to 18 inches (some spots up to 20 inches) of accumulation, power outages, and Monday school closures. The Hour
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut Water said it misunderstood a new law and dropped low-income households from its assistance program, causing enrollment to fall from 2,341 to 960 by October; the company is reviewing its process and reaching out to affected customers. Connecticut Public
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Access Health CT announced a special enrollment period for residents losing federal subsidies — they can get new state aid starting Feb. 1 — as households earning 100%-200% of the federal poverty level qualify for full credits while those earning 400%-500% may receive half, with mailed notices preceding online updates. The Hour
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Connecticut residents Mac Forehand and Olivia Giaccio have been named to the US Olympic ski team for the Winter Games in Milano Cortina, Italy, starting Feb. 6+ both athletes bring Olympic experience from Beijing. The Hour
- ➤ UConn and Villanova will face off at PeoplesBank Arena today at 12:30 p.m. Villanova, now led by coach Kevin Willard, returns with a refreshed lineup while UConn remains undefeated at 18-1 heading into the game. The Hour
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Guys and Dolls - In Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Norwalk Symphony Society — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a captivating performance of the classic musical with live musicians and talented soloists.
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The Unbeatable Tex Mex
8:00 p.m. — La Bonita — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience an exciting night filled with Tex Mex music and culture.
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Valentine Love Party
7-12 p.m. — La Bonita Latin Fusion Lounge — $33.92-$55.12 — Celebrate love with Tex Mex music and fun at La Bonita.
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Wilmer Manga Concert
8 PM — La Bonita — Ticket Prices Vary — Enjoy a night of Latin music with the talented Wilmer Manga.
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