Springfield Postcards

The new playground at Hidden Pond park is a big hit for children in the summer. Photo by Mike Salmon.

Photo by Mike Salmon

“Mildred,” the 1954 fire truck belonging to the Volunteer Fire Department of Greater Springfield Station 22.

Photo by Mike Salmon

Standing guard at Greater Springfield Fire Station 22.

Photo by Mike Salmon

After biking to Lake Accotink, Liam Calhoun, 12, Denise Ordonez, 11, and Kaia Clarck, 10, caught a few fish off the shore.

Photo by Mike Salmon

Out in front of Irving Middle School, a decorative rock gets painted every year. When it snows, there is a big hill for sledding at the school.

Springfield Connection