Today
in Springfield
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Therapy director Amber Tackett of Forest Glen in Springfield was named caregiver of the year after receiving Life Untethered's 2026 Chrysanthemum Award. She accepted a $2,500 check and custom trophy from local seniors to honor her work in improving care at nursing homes. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Thomas Marshall, a 23-year-old with ADHD, works at Springfield’s Carmae Catering using a focused approach that addresses the fast pace of food service while supporting his community integration during Disabilities Awareness Month. His progress reflects local efforts and support from family and employment coordinators. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Springfield News-Sun is updating its digital news tools to include a cleaner website, real‑time ePaper, and improved account management. The upgrades will roll out in coming days to help readers stay connected with local news. Springfield News-Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Construction has begun on the new Springfield-Clark Career Technology Center, with 18 acres cleared for a $98.2M project that will expand the facility to 227,615 sqft and replace most of the current campus at 1901 Selma Road (design updates are underway). Springfield News-Sun
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Clark County and Springfield are joining with United Way to develop a plan called All In Clark County: Addressing Homelessness Together using a $200,000 grant from the Ohio Department of Development. The 12- to 15-month project will involve community input and expert guidance to design long-term housing solutions. WYSO
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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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~ James Clear
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