Saturday, January 4th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of January.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Deondrae Poole pleads not guilty to charges including murder and aggravated robbery following a fatal stabbing in a Springfield Meijer parking lot in December 2024. WHIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chris Clark was inaugurated as Clark County's new sheriff after winning the March Republican primary by a significant margin and running unopposed in November, promising to prioritize staffing and budget evaluations. Springfield News-Sun
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Springfield introduces three new dining experiences: the Asian-inspired Hi-Hat Social with a music-themed ambiance, the relocated and expanded Mundy’s Bar and Grill, and the re-opening of an IHOP. Springfield News-Sun
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Springfield Spectacular Scavenger Hunt Adventure
Explore downtown Springfield through a self-guided scavenger hunt featuring local history, art, and interactive challenges.
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2025 Springfield Pro Firefighters Ball
The event features a night of dancing and entertainment in support of local firefighters at The State Theater.
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No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.
~ Seneca
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