Good morning, Springfield.

A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash in Perry Township — he was taken to Miami Valley Hospital.

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost recognized nine Springfield middle-school students for their essays on violence during a ceremony on April 29 at John Legend Theater — teachers, parents, and community members attended.

One student, Jasyla Lambey, will travel to Washington, D.C. in July to represent her district at the national Do the Write Thing initiative.

Global Impact STEM Academy will open its new school building on Clark State College’s campus this fall to serve more students with smaller classes and modern labs and classrooms.

District operations will move into the facility on June 1 — with a senior capstone expo on May 8 and a ribbon cutting on May 23 to mark the new start.

Downtown Springfield will have road closures on May 2 at 10:30 a.m. for a Public Safety Services Day ceremony in front of the Public Safety Memorial—closures on E.

Columbia Street and N. Limestone Street will last about an hour while key buildings remain open.

The Ohio Department of Transportation announced road work in Clark and Champaign counties will close lanes and ramps on Interstate 70 and U.S. 40 from May 5 to May 19 for resurfacing and improvements.

Additional work on U.S. 40, U.S. 68, and State Route 4 will force detours — drivers are advised to follow local alternate routes — and plan for delays.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Memorial Day Weekend Carnival at Young's

3-10 p.m. — Young's Jersey Dairy — Tickets start at $1.25 — Enjoy carnival rides for all ages in a festive atmosphere.

Legacy in Action: Unlocking the Power of Planned Giving

9-10 a.m. — Richwood Bank — Free entry — Learn to initiate and grow a legacy giving program with insights from the Springfield Foundation.