Good morning! It’s April 16 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
A brief shower or two in East Springfield
Today will be mostly cloudy with a brief shower or two. There is a 80% chance of rain. The high will be 57 with a low of 31. Showers now, changing to mostly cloudy w/ showers at 7 a.m.
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Things to do in East Springfield

Springfield Young Life Father Daughter Dance
Join us for a sweet father daughter dance hosted by Springfield Young Life! There will be food, drinks, sweets, dancing, activities, and a photo booth…
At Northwood Christian Church on April 18

Co-Ed Dodgeball Pick-Up
Co-Ed Adult Dodgeball Pick-Up! Looking for a fun way to move, laugh, and meet new people? Come join our Co-Ed Adult Dodgeball Pick-Up ! All sk…
At Bob Keefer Ctr. on April 22
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Community crime report
- A vehicle hit a pedestrian near 5755 Main St., Springfield at 1 p.m. on April 15.
- A person was cited for driving under the influence near S 28th St. and Main St. in Springfield. The incident happened at midnight on April 16.
- Police served a warrant and made an arrest near Main St. and 41st St. in Springfield at 6 p.m. on April 15.
- A theft was reported near 3999 Virginia Ave., Springfield at 6 p.m. on April 15.
- Police served a warrant near 3280 Industrial Ave. in Springfield at 5 p.m. on April 15.
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