SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Square One in Springfield has been awarded a half million dollars, to help fund the construction of a new Early Education and Care center. The proposed 26-thousand-square-foot building will replace Square One's previous facility, which was destroyed in a 2011 tornado. The new building will have four preschool classrooms for 80 children. One classroom may be utilized for 24-hour care, including a full bathroom with a shower for families to use during emergency drop-in care after hours. The building is directly across the street from MGM Springfield, which is open 24 hours a day. Local News Headlines Advocacy groups threaten lawsuit for the legislature Proposed lithium battery energy storage facility in Westfield sparks concerns from city councilors Officials warn of holiday tree and candle fire risks Experts warn ice is not yet safe for winter activities WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com.