Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sara Crossman, general manager of a Burger King in Springfield, was honored as the chain's first 'Restaurant Manager of the Year' from nearly 7,000 candidates, recognized for her commitment to excellent leadership, team culture, and guest experience. Springfield News-Sun
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Four men were indicted for a series of burglaries targeting multi-million dollar homes in Clark County, Ohio, as a result of investigations by a task force created to address such criminal activities. WDTN
- ➤ Adam Humphreys receives a 22 years to life prison sentence for attempted rape, kidnapping, and strangulation on a Springfield bike trail. WHIO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sharon Evans was unanimously elected as the Chairperson of Clark State College's Board of Trustees, succeeding David Ball, with Becka Rowland-Buckley appointed as Vice Chairperson. Clark State College
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield officials are allocating up to $400,000 in federal grants towards expanding housing and support services to address the city's homelessness crisis, amid reports of insufficient shelter options during cold weather. Springfield News-Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lisa Gibson has been appointed as the new oncology director at Mercy Health Springfield Cancer Center, succeeding the retired Pilar Mock. Springfield News-Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ OSU triumphed over Notre Dame with a 34-23 victory to secure its first national championship in a decade, leading to a surge in merch sales. Springfield News-Sun
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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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Love Your Craft Show at Clark County Fairgrounds
The Love Your Craft Show features 100 booths from various artists, crafters, and vendors, promoting local crafts and charitable contributions to the SPCA.
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Glow-in-the-Dark Dance Party for Kids
Children aged 6-14 can enjoy a night of dancing, games, and glow-in-the-dark accessories at this fun-filled event in Springfield.
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Bluey Canvas Paint Party at Tim Hortons
An artistic event featuring canvas painting along with a complimentary donut at a local Tim Hortons in Springfield, Ohio.
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