Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
Good morning, Westport.
🏘️ Community
At the Westport Farmers’ Market, director Lori Cochran-Dougall encourages shoppers to explore new foods and support local producers.
The market runs every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Gilbertie’s Herbs & Garden Center & a Saturday market will return on Feb. 7.
🎭 Culture
Westport artist Mark Yurkiw is using Chuang Chih Hui's sculpture — Winged — to boost funds for shipping medical supplies to Ukraine.
The piece is on display at the Senior Center through Jan. 15; the first donation of $7,500 will earn it.
📰 Real Estate
Westport's Architectural Review Board and Historic District Commission conditionally approved signage plans for Yuzu Sushi at 35 Main St and Compass at the former Westport Bank and Trust building on Church Lane and Post Road East, and required adjustments—awnings and lighting were revised for a consistent historic look.
🏈 Sports
UConn's Azzi Fudd + Sarah Strong were named to the Wooden Award midseason top 25 watch list; the Huskies will host St. John's Wednesday night at 7:30 p.m. in Hartford.
🎉 Westport Events
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Battle of the Bands Competition
7-11 p.m. — The Westport Library — $500 grand prize — Cheer on Fairfield County's top teen and college bands as they compete for the title.
27th Annual Crossword Puzzle Contest
1-4:30 p.m. — The Westport Library — $35 participation fee — Celebrate wordplay with puzzles and special games alongside Will Shortz, the NYT crossword editor.
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