Springfield
Morning News
Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Eversource teamed with the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield to install the state’s first smart meter. The two-year rollout will boost electric reliability—most communities will receive smart meters by 2027. Western Mass News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Springfield man was arrested after officers stopped his car on Maple Street shortly before 6 p.m. last Thursday because its headlights were off, its registration was revoked, and he had no license—police found a loaded illegal gun and he now faces gun and motor vehicle-related charges. Western Mass News
- ➤ Jamie Dodge from Brownville, Maine pleaded guilty to aggravated rape and kidnapping charges stemming from a 2000 sexual assault on Sand Hill Road in Holland—he was sentenced to 12 to 15 years in state prison with three years probation. Western Mass News
- ➤ Springfield Police arrested Michael Murdock Jr. on Tuesday in connection with a May shooting in Wilbraham—officers found a loaded firearm, nearly five grams of cocaine and more than $600 in cash in his car, and he now faces charges of possession with intent to distribute a Class B drug, ammunition without an FID card and operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license. Western Mass News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Councilor Maria Perez, fired on July 21st for using her position for private gain and accused of embezzling federal funds, is suing for wrongful termination and seeking one million dollars in damages—Perez says the allegations were false after the council retracted them. NewsRadio 560 WHYN
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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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Brimfield Outdoor Antiques Show
All Day — Brimfield Town Hall Annex — Entry fee varies — Explore the largest antique and collectibles market in the U.S. with thousands of dealers.
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Latino Arts Festival 2025
5-8 p.m. — Springfield Museums — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant arts and cultures of Latin America with music, exhibitions, and hands-on activities.
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Crochet Club Drop-In
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Make-It Springfield — Free, Donation, or Supporter options — Connect with fellow crafters in a welcoming crochet community.
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North East Toy Show
5 PM – 5 PM — MassMutual Center — Affordable options for families and businesses — Celebrate the creativity and joy of specialty toys at the premier East Coast showcase.
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