Today
in Springfield
Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Project Woman and Shelter Inc. are addressing a surge in shelter and housing assistance requests in Springfield amid declining state and federal funding. The emergency shelter on East Home Road needs toiletries, food (and extra clothing) as demand grows. WHIO
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A local restaurant was temporarily closed after its deep fryer caught fire last night *inspections are underway* to ensure safety before reopening. WHIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Washington Township Fire Department will use a nearly $36,000 grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation to buy six battery-powered ventilation fans that help remove smoke + improve firefighter visibility. The funding will boost safety and response in emergencies. WHIO
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Springfield Antique Show & Flea Market
12:00 a.m. — Clark County Fairgrounds — Entry fee may apply — Discover top antiques and vintage finds from over 2,000 vendors at Ohio's premier antiques destination.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
To know the road ahead, ask those coming back.
~ Chinese Proverb
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