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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Springfield man (25) named Rainiely Meteo drowned nearly a week ago at Becket Quarry while swimming, and authorities said that bystanders and dive teams did not save him. Western Mass News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Former city landlord Springfield Gardens is fighting back against a suit from Fannie Mae by saying court documents show the company did not prove it took more than $7 million in insurance payments after apartment fires began in 2021—responding to claims it violated a loan agreement. MassLive
- ➤ Local businesses told Western Mass News on Thursday that summer is their busiest season as heatwaves and new blockbuster films draw more customers—Interskate 91 and Tower Theaters have seen a jump in attendance. Angela Roux and Robert Adam said rising temperatures and popular movies are boosting local business activity—helping venues prepare for a busy summer. Western Mass News
- ➤ Big Y Foods reopened its Big Y Express Fresh Market at Tower Square in downtown Springfield after a two-week closure for store updates—shoppers’ feedback led to more grab-and-go options and a broader selection of quick meals, snacks, and daily essentials. The market runs Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on weekends from noon to 5 p.m. BusinessWest
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Springfield detectives charged 32-year-old Sakawn Straw at about 6 a.m. Thursday at a home on Revere Street in connection with a double shooting that left a 54-year-old man dead—he faces charges of murder, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, carrying a loaded firearm without a license and discharging a weapon near a building. MassLive
- ➤ Today, 37-year-old Jennifer Poulin told a Hampden Superior Court judge that she is responsible for a January incident in which she, driving under the influence of drugs, crashed into nine cars + two businesses, causing over $92,000 in damage and injuring two Springfield police officers. Western Mass News
- ➤ Criminal defense lawyers in Massachusetts stopped taking new cases after Memorial Day in protest over a $35 raise, leaving more than 2,000 defendants without representation and over 100 cases dismissed. Lawmakers will consider a supplemental budget in October while Gov. Maura Healey urged an immediate resolution today — stressing that public safety and defendants' rights are at risk. MassLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Soprano Karen Slack will appear in 'African Queens' at Tanglewood on July 27 to present a new production that highlights seven Afro-diasporic figures with song and spoken word — Word Nerd Emily Brewster explains how the word pretty came to be used as an adverb on The Fabulous 413. New England Public Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ American International College in Springfield will offer a new bachelor’s degree in health systems administration this fall to train students in managing health care systems — replacing its former health care management program. MassLive
SHOP NEWS
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ROAR! Comedy: A Double Headlining Show
8 PM — MGM Springfield — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with headliners Chris Tabb and Janet McNamara.
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Basketball Camp: Playmaker College
July 29th - August 2nd — Springfield College — Registration required — Enhance basketball skills and confidence through specialized training and leadership development.
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Taste of the Caribbean & Jerk Festival
1-9 p.m. — Mortensen Riverfront Plaza — Free entry — Immerse yourself in island vibes with carnival fun, delicious Caribbean cuisine, and live music for the whole family.
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Annie the Musical
1:30-4 p.m. — Springfield Performing Arts Ventures, Inc. — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartwarming tale of little Annie as she navigates the challenges of the 1930s in New York City.
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East Coast Gem, Mineral, & Fossil Show
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Eastern States Exposition — Cost varies — Explore a treasure trove of gems, minerals, and fossils at this east coast showcase.
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African Community Festival
5-9 p.m. — Marshall Roy Park — Free entry — Celebrate African culture with music, food, and art in Springfield.
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Aquanett Live Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Forest Park Amphitheater — Free entry — Experience the electrifying 80's Rock n Metal show by Aquanett in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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The Black Keys - No Rain, No Flowers Tour
7:00-8:30 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Ticket sales begin May 16 — Catch the Grammy-winning duo for an electrifying night of rock.
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Watercolor Workshop
10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Springfield Museums — $110 | $94 for members — Explore watercolor techniques with guided themes of architecture, flowers, and water scenes.
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Flora & Fauna: Historic Carriage House Tour & Garden Party Fundraiser
1-4 p.m. — Carriage House at The Barney — $40-$50 — Experience a blend of history, music, and nature in a vibrant garden setting with a historic tour and a silent auction.
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