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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • BusinessWest launched a new podcast series—BusinessTalk—that features Gene Cassidy, president and CEO of Eastern States Exposition, discussing how the Big E fair brings more money and benefits local businesses despite traffic jams from growing attractions. His interview aired on September 1 and explained how weather and new fair features affect the economic impact in the 413 region.  BusinessWest
  • Spirit Halloween has returned to Massachusetts with 31 new stores featuring a display called Madison Scare Park that uses interactive animatronics—Twisted Grandma and Trick or Treat Pete—with one location opening on Springfield's Cooley St.  MassLive

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Town officials enacted a new 25-mile-per-hour speed limit on Wilbraham roads Monday (to keep pedestrians and cyclists safer) that does not cover major roads (like Boston Road and Tinkham Road) as officers began enforcing the rule.  Western Mass News

HEALTH NEWS

  • Massachusetts Public Health Commissioner Dr. Robbie Goldstein warned that top CDC officials resigned after Susan Monarez was fired for not following political directives, and he worried that the next leader may not have the same scientific values—raising concerns about future vaccine guidance. He said Massachusetts will continue to use clear data and evidence-based recommendations to protect public health.  New England Public Media

SPORTS NEWS

  • West Springfield High School track star Colton Robinson, a para-athlete, is training to compete in the Sports Illustrated Youth Athlete contest, where the winner earns a photoshoot and a $25,000 prize to add to his college fund. Robinson, who has impressed by racing at the New Balance Nationals, aims to show that para-athletes can shatter ceilings + break records.  Western Mass News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 9/5/25

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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.

    Sat, 9/6/25

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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.

    Sun, 9/7/25

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  • The Big E 2025

    8 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Eastern States Exposition — $16+ — Experience 17 days of agricultural fun, live concerts, and cultural experiences from across New England.

    Thu, 9/11/25

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  • The Big E Parade Featuring MCV

    6:00-7:00 p.m. — The Big E — Ticketed event — MCV makes a festive debut in The Big Parade at the Eastern States Exposition.

    Fri, 9/12/25

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  • Cole Swindell Live Concert

    7:30-9 p.m. — The Big E — Tickets available — Experience country music star Cole Swindell with special guest John Morgan at The Big E.

    Sun, 9/14/25

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  • Object-Oriented Programming in C# Training

    9 a.m. — Healthforce CPR BLS ACLS PALS AHA Training Center — $1750 — Dive into C# programming through expert-led, hands-on classes in Springfield.

    Mon, 9/15/25

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