Good morning, Springfield.

BusinessWest will host the 17th Difference Makers awards gala at the Log Cabin in Holyoke on April 9 at 5:30 p.m. Tickets will cost $95 per person and tables of 10 will be available—sponsored by Burkhart Pizzanelli, the Royal Law Firm, TommyCar Auto Group and Westfield Bank.

Springfield Crossing is set to welcome major retailers BJ’s Wholesale Club, Target, Chipotle and Chick-fil-A—State Rep Angelo Puppolo said the new shopping plaza replacing the former Eastfield Mall is expected to open by the fall.

Radelle Hubbard, a man from Springfield, pleaded guilty to a 2023 bank robbery in Smithfield after a witness gave police his car make and license plate which led to a chase and arrest, and police found a high-capacity firearm and cash in his car—he will be sentenced by a federal judge in June.

Tuesday afternoon, a shooting at Union Station on Frank B.

Murray Street injured two people who were taken by ambulance to Baystate Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries and police arrested three suspects a few blocks away near Edwards—Elliot—and Chestnut streets.

The Berkshire Bank Foundation gave $20,000 to Square One’s 'Back to Square One' campaign to support a new early learning and family support center in Springfield’s South End and boost local education.

The center will open in June and renovations for an adjacent building donated by Balise Auto will follow—ensuring more space for growing services.

Students from Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut who plan to work in journalism can apply for $1,000 scholarships offered by The Valley Press Club.

They have until April 4 to submit typed or computer applications with each page numbered and bearing the applicant’s name—submissions may be sent by mail or email.

A local investor, Praveen Devineni, bought three vacant office buildings on Maple Street in January for $2.02 million; he plans to convert them into up to 150 market rate one bedroom apartments.

The Original Western Mass Home Show

12-8 p.m. — Eastern States Exposition — $10 general admission, $7 with coupon — Explore innovative products and services for your home and garden.

Live Music at Great Awakening Brewing Company

5-8 p.m. — Great Awakening Brewing Co — Free entry — Enjoy live music from October Mountain Band while savoring craft beer and food in a scenic taproom.

Women’s Leadership Conference

7:30 AM – 4:30 PM — MassMutual Center — Registration required — Empowering women through knowledge, confidence, and connection in their careers.

Roar! Comedy: The Magic of Eric Eaton

8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of comedy and magic with Eric Eaton, a performer known for his sold-out tours and captivating television appearances.

Roar! Comedy: The Magic of Eric Eaton

8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticketed event — Experience the magic and laughter with Eric Eaton, a master illusionist and comedian.

Singles Retreat 2025: Foundation

8-10 p.m. — Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel — Registration Required — Build relationships and faith at this gathering for singles in New England.

Meet the Easter Bunny & Bluey

10:30-12:00 p.m. — The Longmeadow Shops — Free entry — Experience a joyful morning with the Easter Bunny and Bluey, perfect for families.

The Chaos Beneath Returns: Public Reading by U.S. Latino Poets

7-8 p.m. — Jones Library — Free entry — Experience an evening of captivating Latino poetry from renowned poets in an intimate setting.

April Third Thursday at the Springfield Museums

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Springfield Museums — Cost varies — Celebrate community connections under the stars with art, food, and awards.

Candlelight Tribute to Adele

6-7:15 p.m. — Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting melodies of Adele illuminated by candlelight.