Sunday, September 28th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A winning $1 million lottery scratch ticket was purchased for $5 at Main Street Mobil in Springfield and claimed on Friday + it is one of three grand prizes from the game 50X statewide, while 578 other prizes worth $600 or more were also won on the same day. MassLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State health officials reported 8 cases of West Nile virus this season after confirming 2 new cases—a woman in her 60s in Middlesex and a man in his 50s in Suffolk. Officials say the virus risk remains high across many communities and urge residents to use repellent and wear long sleeves until the first hard frost. MassLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local officials confirmed the Final Run Billy Run 5k will take place soon in Springfield — organizers will announce the race start time and route in the coming days. Western Mass News
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Springfield and South Windsor Kennel Club AKC Fast CAT
7:30 a.m. - 4:25 p.m. — Showcase For Dogs — Find the premium for the exciting 2-day AKC Fast CAT event featuring dogs in competition.
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Job Expo
4-7 p.m. — Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame — Free entry — Explore job opportunities and connect with local employers in a dynamic setting.
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