Good morning, Springfield.

Valentine’s Day weekend brings local events in Springfield such as a GALentine’s event at Firefly Boutique from 5 to 7 p.m., a live concert by Tray Wellington at Mother Stewart’s Brewing at 7 p.m. and a 3D movie at State Theater—more family and social gatherings are scheduled Saturday and Sunday.

Jefferson Township Local Schools announced that in fall, school buses will only pick up K-8 students who live more than two miles (the state minimum) to save money; high school students will not be bussed (per board decision) and affected families will be notified by the end of the month.

Clark State College integrates Assist, an advanced AI platform, into its registered and licensed practical nursing programs to boost teaching quality and care.

Pilot tests from fall 2024 saved faculty over five hours weekly, allowing them to focus more on direct student support.

TPS-holding Haitians in Springfield face expired driver’s licenses — tied to an original Feb.

3 date despite a federal judge's ruling delaying TPS termination. The Ohio BMV requires updated documentation for renewals, and the Haitian Bridge Alliance advises companies to employ those with valid authorization.

Nina Wiley, assistant vice president of student affairs at Clark State College, has been named board chair of Mercy Health-Springfield for a two-year term (serving Clark and Champaign counties).

She has served on the board since 2020 and her role is set to strengthen community leadership.

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.

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.

Finding the Funny: A Keynote with Jan

5:30-7:00 p.m. — Hollenbeck Bayley Creative Arts and Conference Center — Refunds available up to 7 days before event — Experience Jan's clean and humorous take on life, work, and health.

Virtuosity and Vision Concert

7:30-10 p.m. — Clark State Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of exquisite artistry with Poulenc, Saint-Saëns, and Sibelius in a symphonic celebration of sound.