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Good morning! It’s August 6 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Hazy and sweltering heat in East Springfield
Today will be sweltering heat with hazy sunshine; smoke from area fires will lead to poor air quality. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 98 with a low of 56. Unhealthy air quality today (52/100). Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (8/11).
Looking ahead: The heat wave will continue through Saturday
East Springfield news
Despite smoky conditions, World Athletics U20 Championships are off and running
By Owen Murray
Aug 5, 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
Disciples of Dirt Taco Tuesday Ride
Every Tuesday at 6pm we will meet up in the main lot at Thurston Hills and pedal up the front side, ripping down Yew Haw and Acer Spades.
At Thurston Hills Natural Area on August 11
Repeats 61 more times until October 12
Community crime report
- Police collected property as evidence near 2659 Olympic St. in Springfield at 4 p.m. on August 5.
- An abandoned vehicle was reported near S 53rd St. and Cynthia Ct in Springfield at 2 p.m. on August 5.
- An abandoned vehicle was towed near 189 33rd St., Springfield at 8 a.m. on August 5.
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 access to homes will remain open, but there will be temporary lane and driveway closures, no-parking zones, and possible changes to travel routes. Residents may notice construction noise, dust, and heavy equipment. Advance notice will be given before any closures.
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