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Friday, August 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Starting today, a dozen Rocky's Ace Hardware locations will offer discounted one-day Big E tickets at $16 for adults and $10 for children until September 10—after which prices will return to full cost. Western Mass News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Edward Wright, who was wrongfully convicted of a 1984 murder in Springfield, was released today after serving 41 years and still faces a possible retrial as charges have not yet been dropped—raising concerns over prosecutorial misconduct. Western Mass News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The African Community Festival, organized by Naefia Padi—Emmanuel Owusu—Doreen Dawes, will be held on Aug. 9 in Springfield to celebrate African diaspora cultures with music, food and community action. The report also visits Westfield Farmers Market where volunteers work to provide healthy produce and features Word Nerd Emily Brewster explaining how the term Adam’s apple came into use. New England Public Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Massachusetts lawmakers agreed on a plan to raise public defenders’ pay to end a legal crisis that dropped over 120 cases and forced many defendants’ release. The proposal allocates $40 million to hire 320 more attorneys—which officials say will restore legal support—and increases private lawyer rates by $20, though some advocates remain critical. Western Mass News
- ➤ State legislative leaders are proposing a pay increase for bar advocates—court-appointed attorneys for indigent defendants—after many stopped taking cases due to low pay in recent months. The proposed raises are below what the advocates requested and have led to dismissals of several criminal cases in state courts. NewsRadio 560 WHYN
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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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