Good morning! It’s June 24 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Hot with plenty of sunshine in East Springfield
Today will be hot with plenty of sunshine; possible danger of dehydration and heatstroke while doing strenuous activities. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 93 with a low of 53. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (10/11). Allergy sufferers beware: there are high amounts of ragweed in the air. Sunny now, changing to mostly sunny at 11 a.m.
Looking ahead: Temperatures well above historical average through Wednesday; cooler with rain later this week
East Springfield news
Incoming Springfield schools superintendent shares intent to listen amid public discontent
By Lilly St. Angelo
Jun 23, 2026
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What’s new around you
▼︎ police incidents ▼︎ road incidents ▼︎ food inspections ▼︎ events

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Things to do in East Springfield

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 June 24
Repeats 23 more times until December 16

Karaoke
Hump day Karaoke! Nicc-at-Nite, our fabulous host, will start the party off right at 8 pm; show up a little early to get signed up!
At Pour House Tavern on June 24
Repeats 37 more times until October 31
Restaurant inspections
County officials regularly inspect food facilities to ensure compliance with state laws. Here, Lookout Eugene-Springfield reports both those who have passed the inspections and those where the county observed issues to correct. The county’s full ongoing reports can be accessed here.
- Thurston Jasper’s at 5608 Main St., passed a county health inspection on June 9 with no issues. (view report)
Community crime report
- A report of a runaway juvenile was made near 495 S 51st Pl, Springfield at 10 p.m. on June 23.
- A dispute was reported near 1121 57th St., Springfield at 8 p.m. on June 23.
- A theft arrest happened near 3000 Gateway St., Springfield at 8 p.m. on June 23.
- A theft by deception was reported near 514 S 51st Pl, Springfield at 4 p.m. on June 23.
- A theft happened near 5744 Main St., Springfield at 4 p.m. on June 23.
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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 access to homes will stay 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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