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Good morning! It’s August 12 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Plenty of sunshine in West Springfield
Today will be plenty of sunshine. There is a 25% chance of rain. The high will be 84 with a low of 54. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (8/11).
Looking ahead: Very warm from Friday to Saturday
West Springfield news
Springfield classified staff receive 4% raises for two years; interim superintendent begins 100-day listening tour. Eugene Comfort Suites may add skybridge and housing. Springfield police report fatal random stabbing on Gateway Street.
Springfield school board OKs contract for classified staff, hears superintendent’s entry plan
By Lilly St. Angelo
Aug 12, 2026
Eugene Comfort Suites owner proposes hotel expansion, nearby residences
By Lillian Schrock-Clevenger
Aug 12, 2026
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in West Springfield
Bollywood Bhangra Dance Party with DJ Prashant
Bollywood Bhangra Dance Party with DJ Prashant Wednesday, August 12, 10:30 a.m. Fountain Plaza In partnership with H.O.N.E.Y…
At Fountain Plaza at Springfield Public Library on August 12
Community crime report
- A family child abuse incident happened near the 500 block of Cardinal Way at 6 p.m. on August 4.
- An assault happened near the 3900 block of E 14th Ave. at 1 p.m. on August 11.
- A restraining order was violated near the 1000 block of S 28th St. at 3 p.m. on August 11.
- A burglary happened near the 1400 block of S Brooklyn St. at noon on August 4.
- Police responded to a vandalism incident near the 1000 block of Dondea St. at 2 p.m. on August 11.
See more: Showing 5 of the most significant incidents. There are 15 more not shown. See all recent incidents on our dedicated web page for West Springfield news and information.
Note on today’s report: Some of the incidents listed are not recent. This can happen for a couple of reasons: Delays in agency reporting — sometimes officials don’t file reports right away, or agencies release batches of reports weeks later. Delays in public complaints — people may not notice or decide to contact police until some time after an incident. Please contact the responsible law-enforcement agency or your local elected officials if you have concerns about their delay in releasing information.
Roadwork is affecting traffic near you
- Long-term projects: Construction is happening on 36th Street between Main Street and Commercial Avenue as part of the GO Bond Street Repair Project. Work started the week of April 27 and is expected to finish by September 30. Local residents can still get to their homes, but there will be temporary lane and driveway closures and no parking zones. You may notice changes to travel routes, construction noise, dust, and heavy equipment. Advance notice will be given before any closures.
- Construction on Aspen Street between Centennial Boulevard and Tamarack Street will start the week of June 15 and is expected to mostly finish by September 4, with the whole project done by October 31. Local access to homes will be maintained, but there will be temporary lane and driveway closures, no parking zones, and possible changes to travel routes. Residents may also notice construction noise, dust, and heavy equipment. Advance notice will be given before any closures.
Disclosure: Traffic incidents and police incidents are partially generated by artificial intelligence. We are constantly working to improve the accuracy and quality of our AI-generated content. However, there may still be errors or inaccuracies. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.
