Today
in Springfield
Tuesday, January 28th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Champaign County Democrats worked with local schools to pay off lunch debts for families, reducing financial burdens and promoting student nutrition. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Game Cycle, a store and arcade specializing in retro games, DVDs, records, and memorabilia, is now open at 1300 St. Paris Road in Springfield. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Simply Good Food, offering convenient and healthy meals, will open in downtown Springfield with a variety of dietary options and a commitment to local sourcing and eco-friendly packaging. Springfield News-Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Thomas Jenkins Jr., a former teacher at Greenon Local Schools, was awarded the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching for his contributions to STEM education. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ The Springfield Rotary has awarded over $9,000 in grants to 25 special education teachers in various schools to enhance student learning experiences. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Cliff Park High School in Springfield, a public charter school, emphasizes career readiness alongside traditional education, offering career tech programs in fields like business and healthcare to help students fast-track to graduation and workforce entry. WDTN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Clark County dissolved its Law Enforcement Advisory Team due to insufficient involvement and shifting priorities, amid attempts to address policing and bias. 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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The Petty Thieves: A Tribute to Tom Petty
The Petty Thieves will perform a tribute to Tom Petty featuring two sets from talented musicians in Dayton.
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