Today
in Springfield
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Doug Seibert, longtime operator of Peach Mountain Organics in Spring Valley, is retiring and will move to Chimacum, Washington where he will help on his son’s farm + Leslie Garcia plans to continue supplying flowers to the local market as the business’s future remains uncertain. WYSO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local teen filmmakers showcased their 48-hour films at Premiere the Powerful Festival hosted by BATS in Springfield. Eleven teams from 14 schools competed with live performances and red carpet events, earning awards for Artist Merit and People’s Choice; films are viewable online & set to inspire future entrants. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ The Springfield Antique Show and Flea Market returns on Saturday, March 21, and Sunday, March 22 at Clark County Fairgrounds offering 200 to 400 dealers with $3 admission and free parking; the follow-up Ohio Country Antique Show will be held on Saturday, April 18 *with Early Bird entry for $10*. Springfield News-Sun
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield’s Fire and Rescue Division opened Station 5 earlier this month on the West side at 50 N. Thompson Ave as a partnership with Box 27 (a volunteer group supporting fire and police services) to improve emergency response times. WYSO
- ➤ About 250 Springfield residents remained without power after a wind storm on Friday; Ohio Edison crews made individual repairs and had restored power for 95% of customers by 11 p.m. Monday. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Springfield advocates filed a brief urging the Supreme Court to deny the request to lift the stay blocking termination of Haitian TPS, citing local evidence of economic & social benefits provided by TPS holders. A delegation will visit the court today to stress that ending TPS could harm community revitalization. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Highway patrol troopers have increased enforcement on roads today for St. Patrick's Day as part of the national 'Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving' campaign. Governor DeWine urges celebrators to use a sober driver or rideshare service to avoid accidents + officers target drivers impaired by alcohol and drugs. WHIO
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Digital Fundraising Strategies for Nonprofits
9-10 a.m. — Richwood Bank — Registration required — Discover effective digital tools to boost nonprofit fundraising success.
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43rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt
2-8 p.m. — Young's Jersey Dairy — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with over 10,000 eggs hidden for kids of all ages at a beloved annual tradition.
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Elementary Volleyball Camp
4-6 p.m. — Emmanuel Christian Academy — Registration open — Engage in three days of volleyball skill-building for K-5th graders.
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Elementary Volleyball Camp at Emmanuel Christian Academy
4-6 p.m. — Emmanuel Christian Academy — Registration required — A volleyball camp for young students entering grades K-5 focusing on skill development.
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The Great Pages Circus Show
1-2:30 p.m. — Clark County Fairgrounds — $20 Adult, Kids Free — Experience a thrilling family circus event with entertainment for all ages.
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