Norwalk
Morning News
Thursday, August 7th, 2025
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Norwalk-Stamford Grassroots Tennis & Education was recognized by Mayor Harry Rilling for 30 years of service in helping underserved youth succeed through tennis + the nonprofit, which serves over 250 children ages 5 to 21, is now seeking volunteers and donations. News 12 Connecticut
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ US Furniture moved its Orange store into a new 26,285-square-foot building on Boston Post Road, nearly 300 feet from its former location. The company will host a grand opening celebration tomorrow from 3 to 8 p.m. with free pizza, sourdough bagels and pastries — marking a nearly 20,000-square-foot upgrade. The Hour
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Norwalk police reminded residents of a $50,000 reward for any tip that leads to an arrest in the 2011 double murder on Avenue B that left Rickita Smalls and Iroquois Alston fatally shot in a black Honda sedan—officials said the case remains open and tips should be reported via their detective bureau. The Hour
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut’s LIHEAP proposes a 21% increase in winter heating benefits for low-income families, and state lawmakers will review the plan today. The boost may be at risk if Congress cuts funding or ends the program & leaves more than 100,000 families struggling with heating costs. News 12 Connecticut
- ➤ Norwalk will start its new Transit District Network on Monday to simplify bus routes from 14 to 7 with buses running every 15 minutes along main corridors—micro-hubs will be set up at Burnell and the local train stations to allow easier transfers and longer connection times while riders get in-person help on Monday morning. News 12 Connecticut
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UConn tight end Alex Honig, who transferred from TCU and played quarterback in Germany, had three touchdown receptions in 2024 and was ranked No.39 on The Athletic's College Football Freaks List for his size and power+ he now prepares for his final season with NFL scouts expected to monitor his performance. The Hour
- ➤ Jen Pawol, a former Brakette softball star from 2004, will become the first woman to umpire a Major League Baseball game in Atlanta on Saturday, Aug. 9—she has been a crew chief in Triple-A since last year and will work both games of a doubleheader between the Braves and the Marlins. The Hour
- ➤ On Wednesday night, Fairfield National beat New Jersey 3-0 in extra innings to earn a spot in Friday night’s championship game versus New York— the team will try to secure a place in the Little League World Series in Williamsport. News 12 Connecticut
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JuiceBox Live Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — 314 Beer Garden and Wood-Fired Pizza — Free entry — Experience the energy of JuiceBox with indie-rock tunes from a talented local band.
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Broadway in the Park
4-6 p.m. — Mathews Park — $20 Adults/$15 Children — Enjoy thrilling Broadway performances with food and fun for the whole family.
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SoNo Play Date
10-11 a.m. — SoNo Stew Leonard III Activity Room — Free entry — A fun-filled hour of activities for kids and families in the heart of Norwalk.
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Blessing of the Backpacks
5-8 p.m. — Bunkhouse at Cranbury Park — Free entry — Celebrate school readiness with a special blessing for students and enjoy pizza and ice cream treats.
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Norwalk Gamer Symphony Orchestra Concert
4-5:30 p.m. — District Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience cherished video game soundtracks brought to life by a community orchestra in a unique symphonic journey.
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Electric Garden Festival 203
3-11 p.m. — 314 Beer Garden and Wood-Fired Pizza — Free entry — Enjoy chill vibes outside and high-energy beats inside with mini golf and top DJs.
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Bingo Loco
7-9:30 p.m. — District Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the wildest bingo party in Norwalk with DJs, dance-offs, and outrageous prizes.
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