Good morning, Springfield.

Carah Nicewaner (a longtime employee since 2020) became the owner of the popular Speakeasy Ramen at 365 Ludlow Ave. on June 30 and she plans menu and interior upgrades that will bring her personal style while keeping fan favorites, with the restaurant open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Dutch Bros Coffee will open in quarter-four at 2233 N Limestone St in Springfield; the drive-thru stand will serve specialty beverages and community giveback efforts aligned with the company’s mission.

Mercy Health in Springfield is using advanced imaging + AI to develop personalized plans for coronary artery disease.

The Heartflow Analysis creates a 3D heart model to guide treatment + reduce risks.

Phil Dirt and the Dozers at Summer Arts Festival

8-10 p.m. — Veterans Park Amphitheater — Free entry — Experience an nostalgic evening with America's premiere vintage rock and roll revue performing hits from the 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Salsa Canning Workshop

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Heartbeat Gardens — Cost included with admission — Learn to preserve the season with a hands-on salsa canning experience.

Joshua Bell Live

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Clark State Performing Arts Center — Cost Info not specified — Experience the virtuosity of one of the finest violinists of our time alongside your Springfield Symphony Orchestra.

The JiMiller Band Concert

Unknown time — Mother Stewart's Brewing — Tickets available — Enjoy a summer evening with an all Grateful Dead show by The JiMiller Band.

Breastfeeding Support Group

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Mercy Health - Springfield Regional Medical Center — Free entry — A monthly welcoming space for parents to connect and share breastfeeding support led by moms and certified lactation professionals.