Springfield
Morning News
Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Jan. 19, BusinessTalk aired its 250th episode featuring Ayanna Crawford of AC Consulting Media + Public Relations who discussed her work in education, nonprofit leadership and community advocacy with BusinessWest Editor Joe Bednar. BusinessWest
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Majestic Theater in West Springfield will launch its summer apprenticeship program on Feb. 2 for aspiring performers. The program offers stage and backstage experience in children’s productions for college students, recent graduates, and young professionals. Western Mass News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Colleges are expanding support services to help students stay in school. Holyoke Community College doubled its childcare capacity while American International College and Springfield Technical Community College have boosted emergency funds and pantries (addressing barriers like transport and living costs). BusinessWest
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Prostate Cancer Foundation partnered with the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame to launch its 'Check the Box! Saving Lives Together' initiative in Springfield Monday. Officials urged men (especially men of color) to get blood tests for early prostate cancer detection. Western Mass News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Lakeside in Wilbraham will be redeveloped into a 15-room boutique hotel & 100-seat restaurant with outdoor dining and lake access by partners Joe and John Sullivan and Lock and Key Realty; construction will begin soon and finish within 12 to 18 months to restore the cherished landmark. BusinessWest
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield Thunderbirds held a Kids Takeover game Monday — young staff helped scan tickets and manage raffle prizes at their matchup with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. Fans enjoyed giveaways and a postgame autograph session. Western Mass News
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Belleville Senators vs. Springfield Thunderbirds
6:05-8:05 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting AHL game as the Thunderbirds battle for victory on home ice.
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ROAR! Comedy Featuring Lara Beitz
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of laughter with rising comedy star Lara Beitz, known for her appearances on top shows and her electrifying performances.
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Winter Crow Roost Observation
2-6 p.m. — Mass Audubon Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary — Registration required — Observe thousands of crows gathering for their winter roost while learning about these intelligent birds.
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ROAR! Comedy: Dylan Carlino
8-9:30 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night filled with laughter from the hilariously unique comedian Dylan Carlino.
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Springfield Thunderbirds vs Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Game
7:00-9:05 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Cost info not provided — Catch the action live with the Springfield Thunderbirds taking on the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.
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