Today
in Springfield
Saturday, April 19th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Recent data from local agencies show that the caseloads for Medicaid, SNAP, and other public assistance programs among Springfield's Haitian residents have dropped significantly since last summer, yet most residents continue to work and their children remain in local schools. Service providers (including Clark County Job and Family Services and Rocking Horse) note that while numbers fell by up to 63%, community engagement remains steady amid uncertain future legal status. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Conscious Connect CDC is marking 10 years of changing urban spaces in Southwest Ohio by turning vacant lots into parks, establishing literacy programs and launching housing projects. The group will host a formal gala at 6 p.m. April 26 at The Springfield Metropolis, 102 W. High St+ with $100 tickets including dinner, dancing and an open bar. Springfield News-Sun
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Springfield police are investigating a shooting after a victim sustained four to five gunshots near the Nite Owl Bar and later walked into a local hospital. WHIO
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ County Commissioners approved a rezoning request today for a truck terminal and drop yard with 50 parking spaces at the corner of Urbana and Willow roads in Moorefield Twp near Navistar, with owner REX 5600 LLC and applicant Crown Auto Leasing LLC winning a 2-1 vote. The Planning Commission set conditions for water connection, septic review and traffic analysis to ease local concerns about extra traffic, noise and lighting. 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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Springfield Antique Show and Flea Market
7 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Clark County Fairgrounds — See website for details — Discover unique antiques and collectible finds at one of America's best markets.
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14th Annual Dwyer Golf Outing
1-5 p.m. — Locust Hills Golf Club — $85 per player/$340 per team — A fun-filled day of golf benefiting the Dwyer School of Irish Dance.
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