Good morning! It’s June 12 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Sunny and very warm in West Springfield
Today will be very warm with plenty of sunshine. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 82 with a low of 49. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (10/11).
Looking ahead: A heat wave from tomorrow into Tuesday
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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. You …
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Community crime report
- A family child abuse incident happened near Lane County at 3 p.m. on June 11.
- A burglary was reported near 957 T St., Springfield at 7 p.m. on June 11.
- A burglary happened near the 4400 block of Franklin Blvd. at 5 p.m. on June 11.
- A DUII (driving under the influence of intoxicants) was reported near 1408 Mohawk Blvd., Springfield on June 11 at 8 p.m.
- Police served a warrant and made an arrest near 2750 Gateway St., Springfield at 6 p.m. on June 11.
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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 and no parking zones. You may notice changes to travel routes, 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 and is expected to mostly finish by September 4, with the whole project done by October 31. Local access to homes will be maintained, but there will be temporary lane and driveway closures and no parking zones. Drivers may see changes to travel routes, construction noise, dust, and heavy equipment. Advance notice will be given before any closures.
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