Today
in Springfield
Saturday, March 15th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Second Harvest Food Bank of Clark, Champaign, and Logan Counties received a 950 out of 1,000 score on a food safety audit that checked for cleanliness, pest control, and safe food handling. Food bank officials said the high mark shows the hard work of staff and volunteers and the next check is scheduled for 2027. Springfield News-Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nick, a high school senior, is chasing his dream to be a pilot after a Discovery Flight sparked his love for airplanes since he was young. He has been accepted to flight school and now is waiting for the FAA to review his first class medical certificate application—while his mother watches with cautious hope. Springfield News-Sun
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield nonprofit Sheltered Inc. named Neal Browning as its new executive director after more than 200 people applied—Browning, a Marine Corps veteran who worked with OIC since 2008, has started his role to improve services. The city commission approved funds on Tuesday so the men’s shelter can reopen 24 hours daily as the agency works to resolve past funding and management challenges. Springfield News-Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Clark County Health District is asking local commissioners to adopt stricter tobacco licensing rules to limit youth access and reduce addiction risks by raising fines to $1,000 (up from $500) and adding a zone around youth centers. A survey of high schoolers shows many find tobacco products too easy to buy, and health officials believe the tougher rules will lower early use of these products. Springfield News-Sun
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Nicholas Clay Live Performance
Singer-songwriter Nicholas Clay, known for his genre-bending music and collaboration with Grammy-winning artists, will perform live at Mother Stewart's Brewing.
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CreARTive Kids Spring Camp at Sip & Dipity
This art camp offers three Mondays of creative projects for kids aged 5-15, including snacks and instruction.
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Digital Marketing Strategies for Fundraising
9-10 a.m. — Richwood Bank — Free entry — Discover effective digital marketing tactics to enhance fundraising success and engage donors.
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Clark County Home & Garden Show
The Clark County Home and Garden Show, April 4-6, 2025, at the Clark County Fairgrounds, highlights the latest in home improvement, landscaping, and outdoor living. Discover innovative products fresh ideas to transform your home and outdoor spaces!
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Start Smart Soccer Program
9:00 AM – 9:50 AM — Eagle City Soccer Complex — Instructional fee may apply — Learn fundamental soccer skills in a fun, supportive environment over five weeks.
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Teen Painting Class
5:00-6:30 p.m. — National Trail Parks and Recreation District — All materials provided — Explore various painting techniques and unleash your creativity in a fun environment.
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Pysanky Egg Dying Workshop
2-5 p.m. — Temple of the Rebel Goddess — Cost not specified — Create beautiful traditional pysanky eggs while discussing the art of egg dying.
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~ Joseph Campbell
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