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Good morning! It’s August 22 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Blazing sunshine and very hot in West Springfield
Today will be blazing sunshine and very hot. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 100 with a low of 60. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is high (7/11).
Top news from nearby
A new emergency department in west Eugene is planned to open in 2027, providing local residents closer emergency care options instead of traveling to Springfield.
What’s new around you
▼︎ police incidents ▼︎ road incidents ▼︎ events
Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in West Springfield
Drop-In Tech Help
Library staff offer a dedicated hour* of tech help on Fridays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. to assist with computer and phone issues including: Basic com…
At Springfield Public Library on August 22
Repeats 21 more times until January 16
Fantastic Fibers with Reve Hendrix
TEEN YOUTH ART CAMP YOUTH 9-12 More Information and Sign up LINK https://www.emeraldartcenter.org/youth-art-camp
At Emerald Art Center on August 22
Weekly Peace Vigil
In response to the ongoing war in the Middle East and an eye on armed conflict across the globe, we gather at the Peace Pole outside the entrance to W…
At Peace Pole at Bob Keefer Center on August 22
Community crime report
- A burglary was reported near 89 U St., Springfield at 1 a.m. on August 22.
- A disturbance dispute happened near the 3200 block of Partridge Way at midnight on August 22.
- A person was stopped by police near Mississippi Ave. at 11 p.m. on August 21.
- A person was arrested for driving under the influence near 171 S 41st St., Springfield at 9 p.m. on August 21.
- A theft was reported near 1232 Lawnridge Ave., Springfield at 7 p.m. on August 21.
- A report of forged checks was made near 2120 Main St., Springfield at 7 p.m. on August 21.
- A theft was reported near 2750 Gateway St., Springfield at 7 p.m. on August 21.
- A person was arrested for driving with a suspended license near 35th St. and Main St. in Springfield at 7 p.m. on August 21.
- A theft was reported near 2287 Marcola Rd, Springfield at 4 p.m. on August 21.
- A theft happened near 2750 Gateway St., Springfield at 4 p.m. on August 21.
- A report of disorderly juveniles was made near 1950 2nd St., Springfield at 2 p.m. on August 21.
- A theft by deception was reported near 3536 Douglas Dr, Springfield at 2 p.m. on August 21.
- A theft happened near 2750 Gateway St., Springfield at 1 p.m. on August 21.
- Police reported an unauthorized use of a vehicle near 3255 Gateway St., Springfield at 1 p.m. on August 21.
- A robbery was reported near 1521 Mohawk Blvd., Springfield at 1 p.m. on August 21.
- A threat and harassment incident happened near the Springfield area at noon on August 21.
- A reckless driving incident happened near 14th St. and F St. in Springfield at noon on 21.
- A robbery was reported near 1600 Centennial Blvd., Springfield on August 21 at 11 a.m.
- A report of property damage was made near 889 Oakdale Ave., Springfield at 9 a.m. on August 21.
- A report of a disorderly person was checked by police near 1015 W N St., Springfield at 9 a.m. on August 21.
Roadwork is affecting traffic near you
- Long-term projects: Mill Street is open to northbound traffic only between Main Street and Centennial Boulevard because of reconstruction work. Detour signs are posted.
On Laura Street in Springfield, southbound traffic is closed between mileposts .120 and .339 for construction from June 16 to about August 31. Access from Lindale Drive to Laura Street is also closed. Northbound traffic remains open, and detours are in place. The project should be finished by December 31.
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.
