Good morning, Springfield.

On Saturday, the Thomas J.

O’Connor Animal Shelter held its 10th annual Pets Rock event at Springfield Elks Lodge, where residents enjoyed live music, food trucks, games, and adoptable animals, and proceeds supported animals in need.

A severe storm on Saturday evening caused a partial roof collapse at an apartment building on Dwight St. Extension in Springfield’s South End, leaving about 45 residents displaced and power outages across impacted neighborhoods.

Emergency crews and extra Eversource teams continue to work — clearing debris and restoring power.

A school supply giveaway event (honoring a late Springfield College grad) is planned at a local community center, where students will receive needed supplies while celebrating his legacy.

The initiative aims to support education and keep his memory alive.

Following a storm on Sunday morning, Forest Park remains closed as crews clear debris and check utility lines with Eversource.

Officials urge residents to report fallen trees using 311 (call city service) and the park will remain closed until further notice.

West Springfield officials announced a committee to review the Big E Trust’s operations, which has supported local projects for over 30 years.

Town Councilor Brian Griffin will chair the panel that will begin meeting this fall, and residents can apply by Sept. 4.

Due to sewage overflows in the Connecticut River last night, the Ironman Western Mass race canceled its 1.2-mile swim leg for a second year; officials in Springfield are assessing options to relocate the swim + ensure athlete safety in future events.