Good morning! It’s August 7 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Sunny and sweltering heat in East Springfield
Today will be sweltering heat with plenty of sun. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 94 with a low of 53. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (8/11).
Looking ahead: The heat wave will continue through tomorrow
East Springfield news
Springfield school board, admin discuss past conflicts, plan for more collaborative future
By Lilly St. Angelo
Aug 7, 2026
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in East Springfield

Dog Themed Paint Night – Hosted by The Laundromutt
🎨 Pet Portrait Paint Night at LaundroMutt! 🐾 Join award-winning tattoo artist Heather Maranda for a paws-itively fun evening of creativity!
At The Laundromutt Event Center on August 8

Karaoke
Saturday ALL STAR Karaoke, let KJ Shelby B make you feel like a star and showcase your voice and moves! Karaoke will promptly start at 9 pm.
At Pour House Tavern on August 8
Repeats 24 more times until October 31

Bingo Monday!
Join us for Bingo Mondays! Start your week off right with a BINGO! Win cash prizes to top off the week ahead!
At Pour House Tavern on August 10
Repeats 11 more times until October 26
Community crime report
- Police served a warrant near S 43rd St. and Aster St. in Springfield at 11 p.m. on August 6.
- A menacing incident was reported near 717 71st St., Springfield at 4 p.m. on August 6.
- A hit-and-run traffic incident happened near the 1100 block of Clearwater Ln at 3 p.m. on August 4.
- A reckless driving incident happened near the 4200 block of Jasper Rd at 5 p.m. on August 6.
- A reckless driving incident happened near Hwy 126 at 10 p.m. on August 4.
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Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- 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, no-parking areas, and possible changes to travel routes. You may notice construction noise, dust, and heavy equipment. Advance notice will be given before any closures.
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