Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of September.
Good morning, Morristown.
🏘️ Community
Morris County honored its fallen service members during three days (Sept.
25–27) at County College of Morris by holding a dinner, ceremony and memorial displays, and organizers announced plans for a new memorial for veterans lost to suicide.
💼 Business
Major chains around North Jersey offered special National Coffee Day deals on Sept.
29, 2026. Customers enjoyed free coffee and discounts at Dunkin'- and 7-Eleven locations among other spots.
🎭 Culture
County College of Morris presents 'The Legacy of Joe Kubert and 50 Years of The Joe Kubert School' exhibit honoring his 100th birthday.
An opening reception is scheduled Oct. 1, 6 to 8 p.m. at the CCM Gallery in Randolph (free entry) with the exhibit running through Nov. 5.
📰 Economy
New Jersey will raise its minimum wage to $16.48 an hour for most employees on Jan.
1, 2027, with agricultural workers reaching $15 for the first time, seasonal staff earning $16.25, direct care workers getting $19.48, & tipped workers receiving $6.61; the adjustment follows increases in the Consumer Price Index.
🏥 Health
The NJ Department of Health recommends everyone 6 months and older receive the COVID-19 vaccine for the 2026-27 respiratory virus season, and a standing order allows pharmacists to vaccinate those 3 and older without a prescription.
Residents are encouraged to book an appointment today + consult their provider about their risk factors.
🏈 Sports
Defending champion Randolph is seeded first in the 2026 Morris County girls volleyball tournament as the top six teams earned byes; first-round matches are set for Oct.
5, semifinals at Randolph on Oct. 13, and the final at FDU-Florham on Oct. 17.
Girls soccer teams move into the county tournament after coaches voted on the brackets Sept.
28 — Randolph earned the top seed and Chatham defends its title. The Hunterdon/Warren/Sussex bracket will be revealed today, with first-round matches on Oct. 3.
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