Voice of CT

Melissa in the Morning: Hat in the Race

State Rep. Caroline Simmons is running for Stamford Mayor. She shared her campaign and passion for serving the city. 00:10

Do you see vulnerability as a weakness?? Counseolor, Julius Dudics, talked about the importance of opening up. ((08:47))

Ansonia Mayor David Cassetti is pumped that the motel proposal is a definite NO! ((16:06))

We are entering the 100 deadliest days for youngsters on the roads. Fran Mayko of AAA shares the reports and shocking stats from 2020 on teen drivers. ((22:53))

IMAGE CREDIT: Caroline Simmons for Stamford Mayor

Things to Know Monday May 24th

Half of US states have fully vaccinated at least 50% of adults. We need to keep going to prevent future outbreaks, official says WFSB

Darien to give first selectman a raise. Here’s how much leaders in other towns earn. CT Post

This season of ‘American Idol’ was a close competition – until one very strategic move by the winner CT Post

Two years since Jennifer Dulos’ disappearance, still no resolution in criminal cases CT Post

Connecticut Food Bank / Foodshare announce summer food distribution sites WFSB

Robert Redford’s Sundance brand opens store in Westport The Hour

What are the uses of the Long Island Sound? New maps provide all the details. The Hour

NBA star Donovan Mitchell partners with Stamford’s Inspirica to help break the cycle of homelessness The Hour

Stamford sergeant’s daughter surprised at graduation by Marine brother Stamford Advocate

State’s $1K signing bonus incentive for people to get back to work starts Monday WTNH

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Melissa in the Morning: Where is God?

1. Marriage consultant, Bob Donovan, talks about struggling marriages and where God is in the relationship. ((00:10))
2. Sen. Bob Duff talks about sports betting and zoning legislation. ((14:22))
3. Sen. Tony Hwang talks about the sidelined public option bill and the latest on zoning and segregation. ((22:45))
4. The CHRO released a report showing CT is far behind in better zoning and closing the gap in segregation. ((32:20))

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Cheese Fondue

INGREDIENTS:

5 cups of swiss and gruyere cheese shredded
1 clove of garlic
3 tbsp flour
1 ½ cups dry white wine
2/3 cup of milk
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp nutmeg
OPTIONAL 1 tbsp of brandy

RECIPE:

— Shred cheese and let it sit at room temperature
— Add flour and garlic
— Pour wine in sauce pan and set to medium heat until bubbling
— Before it boils, add cheese mix and whisk often
— Then stir in milk, continue whisking (add brandy here if you choose to add)
— Stir in mustard and nutmeg

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Melissa in the Morning: Incentives for Essential Workers

1. Governor Lamont talked about getting people back to work and whether incentives are also coming for the employed who stayed at work during the pandemic. ((00:10))

2. Congressman Jim Himes talked about the cease fire in the middle east and what a two-state solution could look like to avoid more conflict. ((16:15))

3. Dr. Deidre Gifford, the Acting Commissioner of the Dept. of Public Health, talked about our low infection rate and changes to kids wearing masks outside school.

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Melissa in the Morning: Handling Middle East Conflict

1. Senator Blumenthal says he will vote against his party if need be to support Israel in this war. ((00:10))
2. Senator Alex Kasser, led the effort behind Jennifer’s Law, and hopes Governor Lamont passes it. ((13:20))
3. Luke Frey of the BBB warns people about rental car scams. ((21:50))

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Too Soon by the CDC??

Dr. Fred Browne was as shocked as Melissa when the CDC announced last week that anyone fully vaccinated doesn’t need a mask AT ALL! Dr. Browne called it a little dramatic on their part and his fears around it. Plus, Dr. Browne addressed data surrounding pregnant women getting the covid vaccine.

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Melissa in the Morning: The Race for Shelton Mayor

1. Former Shelton cop, David Eldridge, announced his run for mayor 2021. What he wants to bring to the city and the tension between him and Mayor Mark Lauretti. ((00:10))
2. Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim addresses sketchy underground businesses and crackdowns on illegal ATV riding in the city. ((08:28))
3. Stew Leonard Jr. talks about the relaxed restrictions and how the grocery stores are responding. ((15:54))
4. Dan Onofrio with the BRBC says businesses are on edge starting today with relaxed restrictions. ((25:00))

WICC Pet of The Week

Meet Mack and his amazing teefers! Mack is a 6 year old English bulldog with a goofy grin and a playful personality. As a bulldog, he is generally on the low energy side, and loves to cuddle. He can be nervous of new people, so it’s important to let him come to you to begin with. He loves to play with his ball outside, and then stretch out for a nap. He’s looking for a home with older kids. He has moments of being vocal, so is recommended for single-family home.

If you’d like to learn more about Mack visit online at cthumane.org and click the adopt tab.

Things to Know Wednesday May 19th

Charles Grodin, ‘Midnight Run,’ ‘Heartbreak Kid,’ star, dies The Hour

‘Jennifer’s Law’ receives near unanimous support in state senate CT Post

Milford mall owners present master plan with apartments, offices, but no ‘mall’ CT Post

One year after CT first reopened, most COVID restrictions lifted today CT Post

President Biden will deliver commencement speech at Coast Guard graduation WFSB

Protests of Biden’s visit will highlight Israeli-Palestinian conflict, military spending The Hour

Ansonia woman makes headlines for relationship with ‘School of Rock’ costar The Hour

Dan Haar: A child star emerges in CT with grownup wisdom Stamford Advocate

“Definitely lifted her spirits’: Make-A-Wish Connecticut gives Wallingford girl a new puppy WTNH

As Connecticut home sales peak, even modest homes come with hefty price tags Stamford Advocate

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