West Springfield Community Newsletter for Tuesday, May 19

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Good morning! It’s May 19 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Partly sunny and beautiful in West Springfield

Today will be partly sunny and beautiful. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 75 with a low of 48. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11). Allergy sufferers beware: there are high amounts of ragweed in the air. Mostly sunny now, changing to partly sunny at noon

Looking ahead: Becoming noticeably warmer Thursday

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Top news from nearby

Election Day ballots can still be dropped off. Early results available after 8 p.m. See Lookout’s guide for ballot help.

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What’s new around you

▼︎ police incidents   ▼︎ road incidents   ▼︎ food inspections

Read on to see the details about each item…

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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.

• Amore Italian Bakery & Bistro at 2108 Main St., was cited for issues during a county health inspection on May 4. The restaurant scored 97 out of 100. Inspectors found employee drinks stored improperly in food prep areas and reminded staff to use covered containers with lids and straws. Some food containers were unlabeled and need clear identification. Wiping cloths must be stored in proper sanitizer at correct concentrations. Utensil handles were found touching food and must be kept above it. Equipment, such as a defrost drip tray, was leaking and needs repair. Ceiling insulation was exposed and must be replaced with smooth, cleanable surfaces. Minor chipped paint, floor damage, and an unsealed sink cupboard also require fixing. All issues were addressed or noted for correction. (view report)
   
• Zason Guatemalteco at 2147 Main Street, passed a county health inspection on May 4 with no issues. (view report)
   
• Sweet Illusions at 1836 So A St., was cited for issues during a county health inspection on May 4. The restaurant scored 95 out of 100. The inspector found that some refrigerated ready-to-eat foods, like Bloody Mary mix, were kept too long and not properly date-marked; these items were discarded during the inspection. There was dirt and debris under the bar and behind refrigerators, and cleaning frequency needs to increase. The kitchen had unnecessary items, including a broken refrigerator, which must be removed. A hole in the kitchen wall was patched with unsuitable material and needs proper repair. Dust was found on the walk-in refrigerator ceiling, requiring more frequent cleaning to maintain cleanliness. (view report)
   

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Community crime report

• There was an assault near the 2400 block of Dumas Dr at 3 p.m. on May 18.
   
• Police chased a vehicle near Gateway St. and Gateway Loop in Springfield. The incident happened at 6 p.m. on May 18.
   
• A stolen vehicle was reported near 3000 Main St., Springfield at 4 p.m. on May 15.
   
• A hit and run was reported near 878 3rd Place in Springfield at 7 a.m. on May 18.
   
• A hit and run was reported near 2555 Gateway St., Springfield at 2 p.m. on May 18.
   

See more: Showing 5 of the most significant incidents. There are 25 more not shown. See all recent incidents on our dedicated web page for West Springfield news and information.

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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. There may also be construction noise, dust, and heavy equipment. Residents will get advance notice before any closures. Construction on Aspen Street between Centennial Boulevard and Tamarack Street will start the week of June 15. Most of the work should be done by September 4, before school starts, and the whole project will be 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.
   

Disclosure: Traffic incidents and police incidents are partially generated by artificial intelligence. We are constantly working to improve the accuracy and quality of our AI-generated content. However, there may still be errors or inaccuracies. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.