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🌱 Patch AM: Pride Flag Torn Down From Historic Windsor Church

And check out Jay Medal Soirée on the Windsor Patch calendar

Thursday September 10th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Good morning Windsor! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Windsor church responds after Pride flag is torn down
  • Eight Windsor scholars advance as National Merit semifinalists
  • Where does Windsor football rank in this year's state title predictions?

Also on today's calendar: Jay Medal Soirée and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Warm; a stray morning shower, with a high of 87 and low of 59 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Mostly sunny; low humidity, temps: high: 79, low: 50.
  • Saturday: Comfortable with sunshine, with a high of 78 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Pride Flag Torn Down From Historic Windsor Church (patch.com) — A Pride flag was torn down from the front of First Church in Windsor, prompting the senior minister to denounce the act as intimidation and reaffirm the congregation's welcome to LGBTQ+ residents. He emphasized Windsor's generally kind community, urged residents not to stay silent about such incidents, and pledged the flag will be replaced while police determine whether a report has been filed.
   

• 8 Windsor Students Named National Merit Semifinalists (patch.com) — Eight students studying in Windsor, including one from Windsor High School and seven from Loomis Chaffee, have been named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists. These high-achieving seniors now move on in a national competition where their academics, leadership, and test scores could earn them part of $24 million in scholarships.
   

• The Meat Grinder Podcast (S9, E1): It's the 2026 CIAC Football Preview and Prediction Show (ctpost.com) — Connecticut high school football fans can tune into a new season of The Meat Grinder podcast, which previews the 2026 CIAC season and highlights perennial powers like Windsor. Hosts break down each playoff division, discuss coaching changes, and spotlight key Week 1 matchups, giving Windsor supporters context on how their team stacks up in statewide championship races.
   

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    Today, Tuesday and I have a little surf and turf. We have a sirloin steak steamed and grilled, shrimp with steamed clams. Steamed rice with peppers… (Nextdoor Pigeon Hill)
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    I have a few small renovation/repair projects around the house; for example, the railing on our front steps is starting to come loose and needs a… (Nextdoor Matianuck / Park Ave)
  • Globe Life posted a job opening for Life Insurance Sales Representative in Windsor. Apply here.
  • Integrated Polymer Solutions posted a job opening for Machinist III (Night Shift) in Bloomfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Windsor here.

🗞 Nearby News

Windsor Locks

  • CT's Bradley International Airport adds 2 TSA lines to its main security checkpoint (fox61.com)

Hartford

  • Trinity College offering free tuition for accepted students who live in Hartford (nbcconnecticut.com)
  • Backend Engineer (Agentic AI) - ITBMS Inc. - Hybrid in Hartford, CT, US (dice.com)
  • Farmington HS Students Help Hospital Patients Pass The Time (patch.com)

West Hartford

  • Beer Festival This Weekend To Support West Hartford History (patch.com)

Ok Windsor! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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