Springfield
Morning News
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Online voting is open for the 2026 Choice Awards on the Quaboag Hills Chamber website until March 15 + winners will be celebrated at a dinner on Wednesday, May 6 at the Steaming Tender restaurant in Palmer. BusinessWest
- ➤ 6 Brick’s Cannabis Dispensary ended its 'Shop for a Cause' event in January by raising nearly $7,500 (which came from donating $1 from every sale) for Square One’s programs, according to owner Payton Shubrick. Square One’s vice president said local support for early learning and family services was reinforced. BusinessWest
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Springfield leaders and community groups support plans to create an Underground Railroad and Black Heritage Museum on the former site of the Massachusetts Career Development Institute. State Rep. Bud Williams filed H3601 to authorize the project, which aims to honor Black Springfield’s heritage & inspire future generations. MassLive
- ➤ NEPM’s Fabulous 413 featured local musician Mtali Banda ahead of his weekend show at De La Luz + author John Sayles discussed his new historical novel Crucible at South Hadley’s Odyssey Bookshop on Tuesday. New England Public Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Surprise Squad honored a well-rounded Hampshire Regional student in Springfield today with an award (recognizing academic and community achievements). The brief ceremony underscored local support for education. Western Mass News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Over 22,000 peanut butter cases have been recalled nationwide after plastic pieces were found during manufacturing — Massachusetts is among 40 states affected and consumers should check labels for recalled brands. MassLive
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Ally the Piper Performance
7-10 p.m. — 52 Sumner — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Experience the viral sensation blending modern rock and Celtic influences through the Great Highland bagpipe.
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Joe Bonamassa Live in Concert
8-10 p.m. — Symphony Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary blues-rock guitarist Joe Bonamassa performing live with unmatched energy.
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Ray Lau Comedy Show
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with unique and relatable humor from Ray Lau, a rising star in standup comedy.
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Providence Bruins vs Springfield Thunderbirds
6:05-7:05 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Stream available — Catch the exciting clash between the Bruins and Thunderbirds live on FloHockey.
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Big Irish Jay's Comedy Night
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticketed event — Experience the charm of stand-up comedy with Big Irish Jay, a favorite among comedy enthusiasts.
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Run To End Homelessness 5K10K Walk/Run
10 AM – 12 PM — Old Monkey House — Registration fee applies — Participate in a 5K or 10K walk/run to support efforts to end homelessness.
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Foundations of a City: The Institutions that Built Springfield
12:15-1:30 p.m. — Springfield Museums — $4, Members free — Explore the architectural and social history of Springfield's civic institutions.
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