News: After being bitten by a mosquito while doing yard work, Colchester's  Richard Pawulski was in a coma for two months. Now he is bedridden and struggles to speak.

Business: Septuagenarians Steve and Judy Mann have operated Pot of Green Florist at multiple locations and seen many changes in their shop over 46 years.

Daybreak: Extending beyond the parameters of Stonington Borough, the La Grua Center's curated monthly concert series continues to grow conceptually and with fans.

Perspective: It is time for Connecticut to take a serious look at changing to a ranked-voting system. It would give voters the opportunity to choose the candidate they really like without fear of helping elect someone they really don't like.