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Good morning! It’s August 7 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Sunny and sweltering heat in West 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
West 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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Peer Connection Support Group
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition.
At NAMI Lane County on August 7
Repeats 70 more times until December 10
Buccaneers
Let loose at our monthly dance party at the Emerald Square Dance Center!
At Emerald Square Dance Center on August 7
Repeats once more on September 4
Community crime report
- A burglary was reported near 1231 Pleasant St., Springfield at 1 p.m. on August 6.
- A person was arrested for driving under the influence near 1313 R St., Springfield at 5 a.m. on August 6.
- Police served a warrant near S 43rd St. and Aster St. in Springfield at 11 p.m. on August 6.
- A theft was reported near 2750 Pheasant Blvd., Springfield at 3 p.m. on August 6.
- A theft happened near the 5400 block of Franklin Blvd. at 2 p.m. on August 5.
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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 will be temporary lane and driveway closures, no parking zones, and possible changes to travel routes. You may notice construction noise, dust, and heavy equipment. Advance notice will be given before any closures.
- Construction on Aspen Street between Centennial Boulevard and Tamarack Street will start the week of June 15 as part of the GO Bond Street Repair Project. Most of the work should be done by September 4, before school starts, with the whole project finished by October 31. Local access to homes will be maintained, but there will be temporary lane and driveway closures, no parking zones, and changes to travel routes. Expect construction noise, dust, and heavy equipment. Advance notice will be given before any closures.
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