Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
Good morning, Norwalk.
Friday's Mega Millions drawing produced no jackpot winners in Connecticut and 5,088 winning tickets with the highest state prize at $2,500 while the jackpot reached $600 million for the 11th time in history; the highest national win was $40,000.
The next drawing will take place Tuesday with tickets available for $5.
Norwalk officials plan to build a new West Rocks Middle School on the site of the 2020 soccer complex that may be torn down to make room for the school.
The $125 million project is scheduled to begin construction in 2028 and be finished by 2030 — local neighbors have raised concerns about losing a park and potential flooding risks.
The Senate approved $5 billion to help build the new Columbia-class submarines and to fund work at Electric Boat—Pratt & Whitney and Sikorsky in Connecticut.
The bill, part of the National Defense Authorization Act, is expected to boost local jobs and modernize the Navy’s fleet.
Norwalk is installing a record 10.9 miles of new sidewalks this year under the Complete Streets ordinance to improve road safety and accessibility—projects include work on Grumman Avenue, West Rocks Road, and school routes, and construction will pause in December when asphalt plants close.
Jeff Tweedy Performance
12-3 AM — District Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience an intimate night with the renowned frontman of Wilco showcasing his solo and classic hits.
Gary Numan Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — District Music Hall — Tickets from $64 — Experience an electrifying performance by Gary Numan in an intimate venue setting.
Bingo at the Beer Garden
1-3 p.m. — 314 Beer Garden and Wood-Fired Pizza — Family-friendly event — Enjoy Bingo while supporting a local cause and delighting in wood-fired pizza.
Indigo De Souza Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — District Music Hall — Ticket prices range from $54 to $100 — Catch the indie sensation Indigo De Souza live in concert.
Carlos Soraluz Live Performance
9 PM — Bambu Night Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the original voice of 'Armonía 10' as they perform classic hits.
Electric Fear Garden Halloween Bash
5-11 p.m. — 314 Beer Garden and Wood-Fired Pizza — $300 prize for best group costume — Halloween celebration with DJs and spooky vibes.
Author Talk with Local Poet Mary Keating
5 p.m. — Wolfpit Elementary School — Free entry — Discover Mary Keating's empowering memoir presented in engaging verse.
Bingo Loco
7-9 p.m. — District Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience a wild night of bingo, DJs, and outrageous prizes in Norwalk's most energetic party.
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