Things to Know: August 23rd

Things to Know: August 23rd

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Melissa in the Morning: Teacher Shortages

Melissa in the Morning: Teacher Shortages

1. Fran Rabinowitz oversees superintendents across CT and explains her concerns with teacher shortages. ((00:10))2. The Lt. Governor gave us the latest on flooding following Henri. ((11:50))3. Marriage consultant, Bob Donovan, shares how to avoid affairs in your marriage. ((19:23)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Cooking with Claud: Holiday Honey Cake

Cooking with Claud: Holiday Honey Cake

INGREDIENTS:– 2 cups of flour– 1/4 cup oil– 1 cup honey– 2 eggs, separated (keep egg whites to the side)– 1 cup of black coffee– 2 tsp. baking powder– 1/2 tsp. baking soda– 1/2 tsp. of ginger– 1/2 tsp. of ground cloves– 1 tsp. of cinnamon– 1/2 tsp. of salt– 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)–…

Melissa in the Morning: “Not Pessimistic Enough”

Melissa in the Morning: “Not Pessimistic Enough”

1. Congressman Jim Himes commented on what’s happening in Afghanistan and what would have been the better execution to get troops and evacuees out safely. ((00:10))2. Dr. Gifford with the Dept. of Public Health talked about booster shots and why showing your covid cards are not violating HIPPA. ((08:00))3. Gary MacNamara of Sacred Heart University…

Melissa in the Morning: It’s not Why, it’s HOW?

Melissa in the Morning: It’s not Why, it’s HOW?

1. Senator Blumenthal addresses the crisis in Afghanistan and supports sending troops back in for evacuees. ((00:10))2. Newly elected Senator, Ryan Fazio, stopped by after winning the special election to share his goals while in office. ((13:06)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Covid Boosters: Do we need them?

Covid Boosters: Do we need them?

Dr. Browne says a booster shot is a good idea, but what if you are a J&J vaxxer? He gives his best recommendation and the changes to covid shot requirements. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Melissa in the Morning: The Maren Sanchez Home Foundation

Melissa in the Morning: The Maren Sanchez Home Foundation

1. A foundation created after the death of Maren Sanchez is now joining sources with the Boys and Girls Club in Milford. Maren’s mom told us about the big announcement. ((00:10))2. The Executive Director of the Boys and Girls Club shares what this foundation means to them and how it will benefit families who can’t…

Melissa in the Morning: The Tough Decisions

Melissa in the Morning: The Tough Decisions

1. Five medical officials are urging the town of Fairfield to reinstate a mask mandate. First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick responds with why this isn’t political and not an easy decision. ((00:10))2. An update on high school sports and covid rules. We got the latest from CIAC Executive Director, Glenn Lungarini. ((14:37))3. The Lt. Governor came…

Cooking with Claud: Shrimp Scampi

Cooking with Claud: Shrimp Scampi

INGREDIENTS:- 2 tablespoons olive oil- 1/2 lb of raw shrimp- 2 leeks, white & light green parts- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken stock- 1/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt- 1 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest- 1/4 teaspoon salt- 1/4 teaspoon pepper- 3/4 lb pastaRECIPE:1. Cook shrimp then set aside to cool2. In separate pan, cook oil3. Cut leeks…

Melissa in the Morning: “Filthy Rich”

Melissa in the Morning: “Filthy Rich”

1. Congressman Jim Himes comments on the Senate passed bill and what happens now. He also touched on taxes and who is considered the rich. ((00:00)) 2. Senator Richard Blumenthal had talked about the bill and taxing major corporations more. ((10:50))IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus