Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Springfield and Urbana can beat the cold this weekend with a women-only dance party at O’Conners Irish Pub (6 to 9 p.m.), a pancake breakfast fundraiser at the Clark County Fairgrounds on Saturday, Jan. 31, and a reptile expo at the VFW (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.). Springfield News-Sun
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wawa will replace the former Frisch’s site in Harrison Township — joining two other gas stations on Needmore Road. This development aims to offer drivers an additional convenient fuel stop. WHIO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WHIO-TV's investigative team, in collaboration with KFF Health News, received the duPont-Columbia Award for its work on Social Security’s Secret (a report that exposed harsh SSA overpayment practices affecting millions, including some in Ohio). The award underscores how focused local reporting can drive national policy changes. WHIO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Clark State College honored 1,408 fall students on the Dean's List for earning 3.5 GPAs and a full course load, including over 400 enrolled in dual credit courses. All college locations are operating virtually today due to inclement weather, with the closure beginning Wednesday, Jan. 28 and continuing through Friday, Jan. 30. Clark State College
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pet experts from the Greater Dayton Humane Society and Montgomery County Animal Resource Center advise residents to bring pets indoors as bitter cold can lead quickly to life-threatening conditions. They also recommend paw protection when outside and proper shelter for outdoor animals to prevent frostbite (and chemical exposure). Springfield News-Sun
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Gentle Yoga at Betty with Brittney Swan
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Healing Homes & Hearts 'Betty' — RSVP required — Unwind and reconnect with your body in a gentle, all-levels yoga class designed for relaxation and self-care.
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Reverb Dance Competition
Feb 27 – Mar 1 — Clark State Performing Arts Center — Check event page for registration fees — Dive into a high-energy atmosphere where dancers of all levels and abilities shine.
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