Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local events include the HBCU Radio Preservation Project’s open house at WYSO (Union Schoolhouse) on May 13, a History Chat at the Davidson Interpretive Center on May 21, and Bluegrass at the Barn on June 5. Sugarcreek Township will switch to a .gov domain on June 1 to improve security. Springfield News-Sun
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ COhatch closed four food concepts at Myers Market (Champion City Grill, Fountain Brews, Dough Re Mi Pizza and Chido’s Cantina) as it plans to repurpose its 12,000 sqft venue for meetings and events, while other businesses remain open and the Springfield Farmer’s Market resumes in June. Springfield News-Sun
CULTURE NEWS
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rising fuel costs and inflation have pushed gas prices in the Miami Valley upward, affecting household budgets and local businesses. Experts and business owners say fuel expenses are expected to remain high today and into the coming months. WHIO
- ➤ Gas prices in Springfield remained high, with AAA reporting an average of about $4.69 a gallon on Monday, May 11. Although state Rep. Mathews proposed a three-month fuel tax suspension to ease costs, Gov. DeWine said the tax funds key road repairs — a concern for local drivers. Springfield News-Sun
-
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.
-
2026 Annual Golf Outing
7 AM – 5 PM — Locust Hills Golf Club — $80 per person — Enjoy a day of golf, lunch, and community spirit at the 8th Masonic District event.
-
Tarzan Musical Performance
8 p.m. — Veterans Park Amphitheater — Admission-free — Experience the heart-pumping music and thrilling adventure of Tarzan brought to life on stage.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
About Today in Springfield
Welcome to the Today in Springfield, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Springfield, Ohio community. If you like the Today in Springfield, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Springfield.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Springfield and across Ohio. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Today in Springfield
A free Springfield community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://todayinspringfield.com/sitemap