Good morning, Springfield.

Photos taken on April 22 showed that a new Upper Academy facility was under construction at Global Impact STEM Academy (GISA).

High schools in Clark and Champaign counties are preparing graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2025, with events set from May 15 at Shawnee High School to June 8 at Urbana and various venues in between.

Several schools have arranged rain dates and indoor options—such as Tecumseh’s ceremony on May 30 moving indoors if needed—to ensure the celebrations go on as planned.

Clark State College announced it will offer a new bachelor’s degree in nursing starting this fall at its main campus in Springfield—students entering with 65 credit hours from their associate degree can complete the program in as few as three semesters.

The program was approved by the Ohio Department of Higher Education and will begin with 15 students before expanding to 90 by its fourth year, meeting local demand for skilled nurses.

A sustainable energy solutions company plans to build a 180-megawatt solar facility on 1,600 acres of farmland in eastern Clark County that could power about 33,000 homes and boost local jobs, tax revenue, and lease payments.

Project representatives have met with residents—public meetings and detailed studies will continue to refine the project boundaries and connection to the local grid.

The city cleared the homeless encampment at Snyder Park on Monday for health and safety reasons after many residents declined offered shelter services—cleanup targeting vegetation and debris may take a month.

The outreach team—which included police, fire/EMS, park rangers and community groups—and over $300,000 in funding to expand shelter hours remains committed to helping displaced individuals.

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.

Summer Concert Series at The Greene

6-9 p.m. — The Greene — Free entry — Enjoy live music and cold beer at this vibrant summer concert series.

Virtual Senior Living Tour

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Virtual Event — Free entry — Explore top-rated senior living communities and their exceptional services from the comfort of your home.