Good morning, Springfield.

City Tire is raising funds for America’s VetDogs during August and September by donating $5 per oil change at its Springfield locations + Amherst Tire Center + Lodge Tire + Seward’s Tires to help provide service dogs for veterans and first responders.

Forman Mills will soon open a new store at Springfield Plaza and is hiring for 11 positions (sales, management, loss prevention) as it prepares its local team.

Big Y celebrated 90 years of business on Thursday with a ceremony at its Chicopee store on Memorial Drive when state and city officials issued a proclamation recognizing its legacy.

Executive Chairman Charles D’amour said the family-owned chain started as a small store and has grown with deep community ties.

The Mamou Restaurant on Worthington Street is celebrating its first anniversary with a two-day crawfish boil event featuring live music, games and prizes.

The festivities start at 11 a.m. today and continue until 10 p.m. Saturday as the restaurant honors late chef Wayne Hooker’s legacy.

State officials announced a $93 million five-year upgrade plan for the MassMutual Center, with initial work underway on the concession area & further updates planned for HVAC and safety systems to support Thunderbirds games and local events.

Local heating oil prices in Springfield increased by 30% compared to last summer (from $3.48 to $4.54) as supply issues from conflict in Iran drive costs upward.

Tim Noonan from Noonan Energy Corporation advises residents to check for lock-in deals with suppliers before winter.

Massachusetts State Lottery set a record with a $25.35M jackpot and a cash value of $16.77M after no winner claimed Wednesday’s drawing.

Tickets cost $2 and are available through 9 p.m. Saturday at state lottery retailers.

Governor Healey and Congressman Neal visited the CRRC facility on Page Boulevard Thursday to view the new assembly of Red Line cars and celebrate the union workforce — who returned after a four-month furlough — as local leaders highlighted their role in preserving jobs.

Springfield is accepting applications for a lead hazard reduction program that uses over $5 million from federal and state funds to remove lead from older homes and protect children.

Residents and landlords can find application details on the city website.

Local educator and fighter Pat 'The Gorilla Ninja' Casey will face Montana’s Dallas Davison in the first sanctioned bare-knuckle fight in Massachusetts on Aug.

29 at Fenway Park in Boston. The bout carries added significance as a strong performance may lead to a future title shot.

Marina Franklin Comedy Show

8:30-10:00 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Check venue for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening with veteran comedian Marina Franklin, known for her engaging humor and impressive TV credits.

5th Annual Mentoring Matters 5K

8 PM — Old Monkey House — $40 registration — Participate in a run/walk that raises awareness for mentorship in under-resourced communities.