Good morning, Springfield.

Hampden District Attorney's Office hosted the 10th Annual Hoop-Up event Monday at American International College.

Around 200 youth aged 11 to 18 took part (including a basketball tournament and sessions on education and job resources) to build future skills.

Big Brothers Big Sisters supporters held a Bowl for Kids’ Sake event at K&M Bowling in Pittsfield on April 11 to raise funds for youth programs.

Additional events will be hosted on May 2 at French King Bowling in Erving and May 6 at Bowlero in Chicopee.

Eastern States Exposition today welcomed Samantha Sawyer as its new full-time brand creative coordinator at West Springfield (she will design photos, videos, and online content to highlight the event's legacy).

Actor and comedian Marlon Wayans will perform at MGM Springfield’s Aria Ballroom on Nov.

14 at 8 p.m., and tickets will be available from Friday.

Bay Path University hosted the fourth annual Young Women Suited for Growth event Saturday.

The event offered college exploration, leadership sessions, networking with students + community leaders, and career talks to empower young women for future success.

Massachusetts is set to invest $3 billion in public higher education infrastructure while local communities look for renewed support for schools and libraries amid tax constraints.

Lawmakers question if the higher education boost will help local workers as revenue trends show modest gains.

MassHire Holyoke Career Center will celebrate its 30th anniversary on Thursday, April 30 at 5:30 p.m. at Mill 1 at Open Square in Holyoke as community leaders, employers and residents gather to honor decades of workforce support.

A new Massachusetts law signed yesterday now allows residents to carry two ounces of marijuana and lets dispensaries hold six licenses instead of three.

Cannabis Huts in West Springfield has already opened, creating 15 local jobs (mostly hired nearby) and receiving strong community support.

Yo-yo fans packed MassMutual Center on Saturday — including several past champions such as the 2024 world champion — to compete in intricate routines.

They aimed to advance for a chance to qualify for the National Yo-Yo Championship in Las Vegas.

2026 Stifel Stars on Ice Tour

7-10 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Ticket required for entry — Celebrate Olympic greatness with top U.S. Figure Skating stars showcasing breathtaking performances on ice.

Play by the Books: A Novel Night of Creative Crafting

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Springfield Museums — $20 ($15 for members) — Celebrate literature and creativity with art-making stations and a gallery tour.