Good morning, Springfield.

The Springfield Museum of Art opened Black Lives as Subject Matter III today in its McGregor Gallery, curated by Dayton artist Willis (Bing) Davis.

The exhibit runs through May 17 and shows varied media while charging $5 for adults and offering free entry for SMoA members and students.

Astrion, a defense contractor in Dayton, notified 61 Wright-Patt workers (including management, support, and engineering staff) of layoffs effective May 31 following the loss of an F-15 contract; some may continue if awarded a new contract.

Drivers in Springfield can save money on gas by fueling up on Sunday rather than during midweek when prices rise.

A recent analysis shows that buying on the lowest-priced weekday saves 4 to 9 cents per gallon, potentially adding up to hundreds in savings annually.

Meteorologist Nick Dunn has shared simple guides for tornado safety in homes, mobile homes, and apartments.

Local residents are urged to have their safety kit ready and use basements or interior rooms for protection & follow these practical tips during severe weather.

Meijer has recalled over 211,000 pieces of one-piece footed sleepwear sold from Dec.

2024 to Oct. 2025 in select stores near Springfield for violating flammability standards. Affected items should be returned for a refund + customers are advised to contact Meijer for details.

The OHSAA congratulated Ohio natives Laila Edwards (a senior from Cleveland Heights) and Gwyneth Phillips from Athens after Team USA defeated Canada 2-1 in overtime on Thursday at the Milan Cortina Games.

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.