Norwalk
Morning News
Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Interactive Brokers Group, based in Greenwich, joined the S&P 500 index on Aug 28 and replaced Walgreens, which is being taken private using an ampersand. This addition raised Connecticut’s total to 16 S&P companies and marks a milestone in the local financial sector. The Hour
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State education officials announced on August 28 that Connecticut students improved in English, math and science test scores and attendance during the 2024-25 school year but did not reach pre-pandemic levels—local district leaders from Norwalk credited programs like LEAP and high-dosage tutoring for the gains. The Hour
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers met Wednesday to review a report showing nearly 3,700 incidents of children missing from care—a 42% increase largely among teenagers—and Commissioner Hill-Lilly, in her final testimony before retirement, urged enhanced tracking and services to address DCF’s gaps. Connecticut Public
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials reported that West Nile Virus was found only in trapped mosquitoes in 34 Connecticut communities as of August 28 and that no human cases have been recorded. Health officials cautioned that this is the season when people typically contract the virus—reminding residents to remain vigilant. News 12 Connecticut
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Fairfield County Sports Hall of Fame and Youth Foundation celebrated its 20th anniversary and has called Chelsea Piers home since 2019—bronze plaques now honor 126 county sports legends. Since moving from the UConn Stamford Campus, it donated nearly $120,000 to support more than 20 local youth organizations and charities. News 12 Connecticut
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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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KEFI Greek Festival
9 PM - 2 AM — 238 W Rocks Rd, Norwalk, CT — Free entry — Experience rich Greek culture with delectable food, vibrant music, and joyous dancing.
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Norwalk Boat Show
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — MarineMax Norwalk — Cost varies by boat — Explore the latest in boats and yachts with knowledgeable teams to match you with your perfect vessel.
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