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Good morning! It’s October 16 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Times of clouds and sun in West Springfield
Today will be periods of clouds and sunshine. The high will be 65 with a low of 42. Mostly clear now, changing to partly sunny at 8 a.m.
Looking ahead: Expect rainy weather late Saturday night through Sunday afternoon
West Springfield news
The Oregon Department of Education is investigating Springfield Public Schools over concerns about elementary curriculum compliance amid pressure to improve math and reading scores.
Why is the Oregon Department of Education investigating Springfield Public Schools?
By Lilly St. Angelo
Oct 16, 2025
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
Twisted Duck Bingo Night – CASA of Lane County
Join us for Bingo Night at Twisted Duck Pub every Thursday Night starting at 6 P.M.! Challenge your friends to some friendly competition, and support …
At Twisted Duck Pub on October 16
Repeats 23 more times until March 26
Wild Ways Family
Map, compass, and Navigation 101: This workshop introduces the cardinal directions, basics of reading a map, using a compass to take a bearing, and mo…
At Dorris Ranch on October 16
Repeats once more on October 19
Community crime report
- A disturbance involving a dispute happened near the 3200 block of Partridge Way at 10 p.m. on October 15.
- A theft was reported near 1350 Mohawk Blvd., Springfield at 7 p.m. on October 15.
- Police found illegal items around 7 p.m. on October 15 near 102 30th St., Springfield.
- Police responded to a report of trespassing and illegal camping near the 3900 block of E 14th Ave. at 7 p.m. on October 15.
- A report of vicious dogs was made near 1078 R St., Springfield at 6 p.m. on October 15.
- Police served a warrant and made an arrest near 2750 Gateway St., Springfield at 6 p.m. on October 15.
- A theft was reported near 2750 Gateway St., Springfield at 6 p.m. on October 15.
- A theft was reported near 2659 Olympic St., Springfield at 6 p.m. on October 15.
- A burglary was reported near 984 Island St., Springfield at 4 p.m. on October 15.
- A disturbance involving threats happened near the 3800 block of Winslow Ave. at 4 p.m. on October 15.
- A car crash with injuries was reported near Pioneer Parkway West and Q Street in Springfield at 4 p.m. on October 15.
- Police served a warrant and made an arrest near 230 4th St., Springfield at 3 p.m. on October 15.
- A person was acting disorderly and causing a disturbance near the 4100 block of Franklin Blvd. at 2 p.m. on October 15.
- A theft was reported near 2750 Gateway St., Springfield at 1 p.m. on October 15.
- A theft was reported near 2750 Gateway St., Springfield at noon on October 15.
- A report of arson was made near 1404 Pleasant St., Springfield at noon on October 15.
- A theft from a vehicle was reported near 951 N St., Springfield at 11 a.m. on October 15.
- A car crash with no injuries was reported near Franklin Blvd. and Main St. in Springfield at 11 a.m. on October 15.
- Police are trying to find someone after a report was made. The incident happened near 1487 A St., Springfield at 9 a.m. on October 15.
- A runaway incident was reported near 1076 Olympic St., Springfield at 8 a.m. on October 15.
- A report of property damage was made near 750 8th St., Springfield at 7 a.m. on October 15.
- A criminal trespass happened near 222 28th St., Springfield at 7 a.m. on October 15.
- Police served a warrant near 2659 Olympic St., Springfield at 5 a.m. on October 15.
- A person was arrested for driving under the influence of intoxicants near the 4200 block of Franklin Blvd. at 11 p.m. on October 14.
- A DUII (driving under the influence of intoxicants) incident happened near 23rd St. and Main St. in Springfield at midnight on October 11.
- Police served a warrant and made an arrest near Laura St. and W Q St. in Springfield at midnight on October 11.
- A person was stopped by police near 2770 Gateway St., Springfield at 9 p.m. on October 10.
- A theft was reported near 2750 Gateway St., Springfield at 7 p.m. on October 10.
- Police served a warrant near 1900 Marcola Rd, Springfield at 6 p.m. on October 10.
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 to help drivers.
From June 16 to about August 31, southbound Laura Street in Springfield (between mileposts .120 and .339) is closed for construction, including utility work, storm system upgrades, sidewalks, and paving. Access from Lindale Drive to Laura Street is also closed. Northbound traffic on Laura Street is still open. 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.
