Good morning, Springfield.

Security cameras captured a dark-colored pickup dumping a bin full of 7-week terrier mix puppies outside the county SPCA early Monday morning, and investigators are searching for the person as shelter staff work to secure urgent supplies for quarantine.

Federal data shows Butler, Greene and Warren counties ranked in Ohio's top 15 GDP growth in 2024; Greene increased 4.8%, Warren 4.6% and Butler 4.4% — signs of rising economic output though experts caution that GDP does not tell the whole story of local well-being.

Nearly 100 seventh- and eighth-graders from 20 schools competed in the regional Power of the Pen creative writing tournament held last month at Shawnee Middle School (Tecumseh led in the sweepstakes awards), and winners will advance to the state tournament at Ashland University on May 17-18.

Developmental Disabilities Clark County is partnering with local first responders for a free Blue Envelope Program event on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Clark County Fairgrounds + individuals with disabilities can sign up to receive documents that aim to promote safer emergency interactions.

Sip to Sustain: Modern Sips and Rituals

6:30-8 p.m. — Warrior Nutrition — Free entry — Experience modern mocktails and grounding rituals for energy and clarity in May's busy season.

Awaken Your Light: Sound Frequency and Meditation Experience

6:30-8 p.m. — Healing Homes & Hearts — $33 — Experience a transformative sound journey and guided meditation to awaken your inner light.

Moana Jr by Springfield Arts Council's Penguin Project

7:30 p.m. — John Legend Theater — Tickets available — Experience the magical music and adventures of Disney’s Moana in a family-friendly musical adaptation.