Dr. Browne continues the conversation about covid and the Delta Variant. New reports show spotting symptoms aren’t as easy to spot compared to previous covid strain. So, what should we be looking for?
WICC Pet of The Week
The moment between meeting Darcy, our lovely 8 year old mixed breed dog, and snuggling her is VERY short. Darcy is among the cuddliest dogs ever. She loves to curl up in your lap or lay her head on your feet. Darcy grew up in a loving home with lots of affection, and it shows! Her foster mom loves her and says she has excellent house manners. She is low energy, loves to play with toys, and perfectly housebroken.
To learn more about Darcy please visit cthumane.org.
Melissa in the Morning: Choose Westport
1. First Selectman Jim Marpe broke news on the show about a new initiative called “Choose Westport.” What the marketing push is about for new businesses and potential workers. ((00:10))
2. We talk everything Milford with Mayor Ben Blake. We talked about west nile detection in the city, illegal fireworks and downtown movie nights. ((08:20))
3. The Lt. Governor is in Greenwich today! Learn more about the free CT museums program this summer. ((16:05))
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Melissa in the Morning: Health Insurance in CT
1. Comptroller Kevin Lembo outlined costly health insurance coverage in CT and why he still believes the public option is the best bet for the state. ((00:10))
2. How do we overcome self-esteem issues? A new study shows 20% of high schoolers fall into depression based on self-esteem problems. Julius Dudics addressed it and explains how to overcome it. ((14:01))
3. Following a deadly motorcycle collision, what are the rules of the road? Fran Mayko of Triple A teaches motorcycle safety. ((22:04))
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Swedish Meatballs
MEATBALL RECIPE:
– 1lb of pork sausage
– 1 lb of ground beef
– 2 eggs
– 1/2 cup of bread crumbs
– 1 medium chopped onion
– milk
– salt and pepper
Mix together and roll into small meatballs. Bake in the oven at 350 degrees for about 25 minutes.
SAUCE RECIPE:
– Apple Jelly (1 jar)
– 1/2 cup of spicy brown mustard
– 1/2 cup of whiskey or apple juice
– 1.5 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
– 4-5 dash of hot pepper sauce
Cook for two hours on low heat with meatballs cooked.
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Melissa in the Morning: “So, is this Financial?”
1. A 54-year run program in Bridgeport schools has been eliminated. Superintendent Michael Testani addresses why it’s gone and if in fact it was financial reasons. ((00:10))
2. The Stamford train station may get a major facelift thanks to a federal infrastructure bill. Congressman Jim Himes talks about the bill which passed in the House and how it helps Connecticut. ((08:03))
3. We talk farming trends and the effects of climate change with the ag industry. Commissioner Bryan Hurlburt with the Department of Agriculture stopped by with all the data. ((15:58))
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You May Not Need a Booster!
News broke this week that anyone who got the pfizer or moderna covid vaccine, may not need a booster next year. Dr. Browne spoke on that possibility. And since seeing the efficacy with the covid vaccine, will past vaccines get better, like the flu shot?
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WICC Pet of The Week
Allen the bunny has gone through a lot, but he sure doesn’t act like it! This is a bunny who loves people and comes right over to greet you. The 1-year-old dwarf mix was found outside on his own in a park, and it was clear he used to be someone’s pet. His finders brought him to the Connecticut Humane Society, where he’s been sweet and friendly with everyone he’s met. Allen is even pretty good about being picked up. It’s important to remember that rabbits need regular veterinary care, just like cats and dogs, and that they should be in a large space where they can run, hop and explore, like a penned-in area or a room.
Learn more about Allen at CThumane.org!
Things to Know Tuesday June 29th
Big Y holds ‘on-the-spot’ hiring event WFSB
Fairfield school board calls on state to remove mask mandate CT Post
CT announces expanded electric-vehicle subsidies CT Post
‘Transformational’: Fairfield University breaks ground on new athletics center CT Post
Bill signing set for gender, racial representation legislation WFSB
Delta variant is forcing officials to rethink Covid-19 measures, even for the vaccinated WFSB
Crash down embankment backs up traffic on I-95 in Darien The Hour
Westport pizzeria hopes to rise from accident’s rubble The Hour
She’s up! Bat girl 60 years in making reaches Yankee Stadium The Hour
CT’s Sikorsky gets $878M Navy contract for King Stallion helicopters Stamford Advocate
Melissa in the Morning: Not My Town
1. Ridgefield First Selectman Rudy Marconi says retail pot sales can’t come to his town. What he believes will come of legal marijuana and why he is so disappointed in the CT legislature. ((00:10))
2. Following tragedies like the Surfside condo collapse trigger many to question “Why does God let bad things happen to good people?” Counselor Julius Dudics addresses that question. ((13:36))
3. Social Media Consultant, Krista Carnes, says you don’t necessarily have to pay a dime to support local. ((21:19))
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