Springfield
Morning News
Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Country Bank marked its 175th anniversary in 2025 by giving over $1 million to nonprofits in Central and Western Mass, with 1,826 volunteer hours from staff + deep local support for food, housing, education and health programs. BusinessWest
- ➤ 527 Candle Co. is now open Wednesday through Sunday at 1018 Central Street in Palmer, offering hand-poured soy wax candles in 53 unique scents and related home items. Owner Shauna Ziemba says her eco-friendly, cruelty free products have quickly attracted repeat customers from across the state and beyond. MassLive
- ➤ Volvo Cars West Springfield announced it will demolish its current building and construct a new, state-of-the-art facility. Beginning Monday, March 2, service operations will temporarily relocate to the Fathers and Sons Volkswagen at 434 Memorial Ave.—the new facility is expected to finish in the fourth quarter. BusinessWest
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Young@Heart Chorus will honor the late Evelyn Harris with its 'Hope & Glory' concert this Saturday at the Hope Center for the Arts in Springfield. The event features performances by Sweet Honey in the Rock and former member Yasmeen Betty Williams (with Kayla Staley joining to perform songs Harris loved) and starts at 4 p.m. MassLive
- ➤ West Springfield's Cultural Council approved state-allocated funds for 33 arts programs to run throughout 2026, supporting events such as jazz concerts, puppet shows, theater workshops, and storytelling sessions at local venues. MassLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Baystate Children’s Hospital is unveiling its new Play Deck, a renovated indoor-and-outdoor play area (featuring a floor-to-ceiling mural) designed to support the emotional and physical healing of patients from infants to age 22. Western Mass News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield Sportsmen's Show drew outdoor enthusiasts over the weekend at the Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield despite blizzard conditions Monday. Vendors from across the country showcased fishing lures & outdoor gear as organizers touted it as the largest pure sportsmen's show in the Northeast. MassLive
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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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MercyMe Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Luxury suite experience — Watch MercyMe perform in the comfort of your exclusive box.
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Matthew Broussard Comedy Show
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique humor of a former financial analyst turned comedian with a flair for the educational.
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