Trying to add a payment method? You can do this on the 
Good morning! It’s Aug. 19 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Mostly sunny and very warm in West Springfield
Today will be mostly sunny and very warm. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 88 with a low of 55. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is high (7/11).
Looking ahead: Pleasant Saturday
West Springfield news
City installs ‘Welcome to Springfield’ sign on Gateway Street by ‘Flame’ sculpture
By Lillian Schrock-Clevenger
Aug 18, 2026
See more of your local news
Visit our dedicated web page for West Springfield news and information.
ADVERTISEMENT
What’s new around you
▼︎ police incidents ▼︎ road incidents ▼︎ events
Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in West Springfield
Get in the Game Show
Join Centennial Steakhouse every Wednesday night for Get in the Game Show! This isn’t grandma’s “BORED” games!
At Centennial Steak House and Sports Bar on August 19
Repeats 4 more times until September 16
Community crime report
- A car crash with injuries was reported near Oregon Ave. and S 35th St. in Springfield at 3 p.m. on Aug. 18.
- A burglary happened near the 4400 block of Franklin at 3 p.m. on Aug. 18.
- A burglary was reported near 1747 Main St., Springfield, at 2 p.m. on Aug. 15.
See more: Showing 3 of the most significant incidents. There are 25 more not shown. See all recent incidents on our dedicated web page for West Springfield news and 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 may be temporary lane and driveway closures, no-parking zones, and changes to travel routes. There may also be construction noise, dust, and heavy equipment. Residents will be notified in advance of 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 may be temporary lane and driveway closures, no parking zones, and changes to travel routes. Residents may 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.
