Today
in Springfield
Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Over the weekend in Bethel Twp, a 2025 Ram Promaster 1500 did not stop at a sign on Milton-Carlisle Road and collided with a 2022 Harley Davidson motorcycle on U.S. 40, seriously injuring its rider and passenger who were taken to Miami Valley Hospital— the van driver was cited for failing to yield. Springfield News-Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Springfield City Schools District closed all schools Monday due to a bus driver shortage from illness—extracurricular activities and sports events continued as scheduled. The district detailed the decision in a social media post. WDTN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rural communities in the Miami Valley face a severe lawyer shortage, with some counties having as few as 21 attorneys for over 44,000 residents. The shortage is driven by retiring lawyers and few young professionals choosing rural practice (local law schools and legal aid groups are working to increase legal support). WDTN
- ➤ Government and nonprofit leaders from Springfield and Clark County met today to review how federal budget cuts are affecting local services, including food, Medicaid, and energy programs—data they plan to use when reporting to state and federal officials. Springfield News-Sun
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42nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt
2 PM — Young's Jersey Dairy — Free entry — A festive hunt for colorful eggs with fun activities for kids of all ages.
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SCYM Spring Dessert Fundraiser
7-8:30 p.m. — The Springfield Metropolis — Free admission — Indulge in delicious desserts and participate in a silent auction to support Springfield City Kids.
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Spring Fairy Garden Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Sip & Dipity Paint Bar — Reserve your seat — Create your own enchanting fairy garden at this hands-on workshop.
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Dye Hard 5K
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — Champions Park Cross Country Course — Registration fee required — Experience the most colorful 5K ever in a fun-filled race atmosphere.
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Cars and Coffee Springfield
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — PHOENIX Safety Outfitters — Free entry — Celebrate a decade of automotive passion with a diverse showcase of vehicles and coffee.
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George Rogers Clark Park 10k Trail Race
6:30 p.m. — George Rogers Clark State Park — Registration required — Compete in a scenic 10k trail race through the park's beautiful landscapes.
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2025 Miami Valley Cycling Summit
1-9 p.m. — 275 S Limestone St, Springfield, OH — Free entry — Gather with local leaders and cycling enthusiasts to discuss and promote the cycling community in Miami Valley.
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Exchange Member Meeting
6-7 p.m. — Clark County Public Library — Free entry — Engage with local members of the Exchange Club of Springfield at their regular meeting.
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~ James Clear
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