Today
in Springfield
Friday, May 9th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, police evacuated Marc’s on E Waterloo Road after a woman left a suspicious purse package and said it might explode—Christina Miller, 52, was taken into custody and charged with inducing panic and making false alarms. WHIO
- ➤ Springfield Police are renewing their call for information on the 2008 homicide of 25-year-old Alia Hartman, whose body was found after a house fire on Sweetbriar Lane South + investigators urge anyone with details to call 937-324-7685. WHIO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dollar General's Literacy Foundation will award about $300,000 to Ohio non-profits, schools, and libraries including $9,996 to the Springfield City School District—grants will support new technology, books, materials, and software for literacy programs. The awards go to groups located within 15 miles of a Dollar General store. WDTN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city will build a new police station on the site of a former nightclub — work is set to begin soon to provide updated facilities for law enforcement. WHIO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The School Based Health Center at Springfield High School, open for nine months and having served over 2,000 visits since August, now offers comprehensive vision care for Medicaid and self-pay patients—led by experienced optometrist Dr. Cindy Ahern. The center provides flexible hours with financial assistance and plans to add dental services as community needs grow. Springfield News-Sun
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Come Together Rooftop Beatles Tribute
7-9 p.m. — Springfield City Hall — Details to come — Experience the best Beatles tribute on the rooftop of City Hall.
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