Norwalk
Morning News
Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Norwalk’s first PGA Tour Superstore will open at 51 Richards Ave. at 9 a.m. on Aug. 16 — offering a 1,400-square-foot indoor putting green, five state-of-the-art hitting bays, club repair, lessons and equipment along with a $30,000 giveaway — and is located near the new Wegmans and Target. The Hour
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Norwalk's Charter Revision Commission voted Tuesday against adding a Common Council member to the Board of Estimate and Taxation after rejecting proposals (nonvoting 7 to 2 and voting 5 to 3 with one abstention) amid debate over power and transparency. The commission tabled six additional proposals and will vote on the final charter revisions on Aug. 12. Nancy On Norwalk
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials say mosquitoes from 21 Connecticut towns have tested positive for West Nile virus this season, though no human cases have been reported so far — experts expect virus buildup to continue through September. Residents are advised to use insect repellent and cover exposed skin during dawn and dusk. The Hour
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ In Norwalk, Erik Ofgang—local food critic—visited both the new 92,000-square-foot Wegmans and longtime favorite Stew Leonard’s in one day. He found that while Wegmans offered a larger selection and easier layout, Stew Leonard’s kept a nostalgic feel with kid-friendly treats—each appealing to local families. The Hour
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Travelers Championship, held each June at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, is nominated for Best PGA TOUR Tournament Event in the Newsweek Fans’ Choice Award and fans can vote once each day until Aug. 20 at noon EST + winners will be announced on Aug. 27. U.S. Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley won his second title with a birdie on the 18th hole. The Hour
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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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Stiff Little Fingers Concert
8:00–9:30 p.m. — District Music Hall — Ticket prices range from $81 to $983 — Experience live music with the iconic punk band Stiff Little Fingers in Norwalk.
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