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Spotted on the Springfield calendar: Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Springfield

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Hello again Springfield! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a $2M water main upgrade will affect Springfield nights
  • Springfield couples among latest marriage licenses filed this September
  • Which rising golf stars are coming to Springfield's Baltusrol this spring?

Also on today's calendar: Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Springfield and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid; a morning shower, with a high of 85 and low of 66 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 81, low: 58.
  • Saturday: Sun giving way to clouds, with a high of 80 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• New Jersey American Water is putting $2M in water main improvement project in Springfield (roi-nj.com) — Springfield residents can expect overnight construction along eastbound Route 22 as New Jersey American Water invests $2 million to replace aging water mains and service lines through November. The project aims to improve water pressure, reliability, and fire protection, and may include full lead service line replacements at affected homes at no added cost to property owners.
   

• Marriages-divorces, Sept. 9, 2026 (republicanherald.com) — Recent marriage licenses include two couples listing Springfield as their hometown, alongside many pairs from nearby Pennsylvania communities. Recorded in early September, these public notices quietly highlight local ties and life milestones for Springfield residents, offering neighbors a small snapshot of who's celebrating new beginnings this month.
   

• Big Ten Releases 2026-27 Men's Golfers to Watch (bigten.org) — Springfield's Baltusrol Golf Club will host the Big Ten Men's Golf Championships this spring, bringing top collegiate golfers and added attention to the township. The conference just released its preseason "Golfers to Watch" list, highlighting standout players fans can follow before they compete locally on the historic Springfield course.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday September 10
  • Baby & Me at Congregation B'nai Israel →
    Millburn NJ
    9:15 am
  • Play Canasta →
    Millburn Township, NJ Calendar, 100 Main Street, Millburn
    11:00 am
  • Union Y Community Lunch Program →
    The Union Y, 501 Green Ln, Union
    11:45 am
  • Girls Varsity Soccer @ Summit High School
    Westfield School District 125 Kent Place Blvd, Summit New Jersey 07901-4799
    4:00 pm
  • Girls Varsity Tennis vs Summit High School
    Westfield School District 1101 Lamberts Mill Road, Westfield New Jersey 07090
    4:00 pm

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Nordstrom posted a job opening for Retails Sales - Shoes - The Mall at Short Hills in Short Hills. Apply here.
  • Premium Retail Services posted a job opening for Merchandiser Retail Cov II - Newell in Union. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Springfield here.

🗞 Nearby News

Summit

  • Football: Hilltoppers Look to Rebound Friday Against Carteret (tapinto.net)
  • Exclusive TAPinto Summit Survey Finds 70% of Respondents Oppose Daily School Busing (tapinto.net)
  • Apply for Manager Supply Planning Process (kenvue.com)

Union

Westfield

  • Union County To Host Seniors, Caregivers At Annual Aging Meeting (patch.com)
  • Union County Ticket Splits $449K Winning Lottery Jackpot (patch.com)
  • Phones, Network Outage Updates Shared By Westfield Superintendent, Mayor (patch.com)

Ok Springfield! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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