Today
in Springfield
Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Dylan Frederick—17 and a student at Springfield-Clark Career Technology Center and Shawnee High School recognized for his digital media design work—was killed in a Saturday afternoon crash in Springfield Twp. when his BMW failed to yield at the intersection of U.S. 68 and Springfield Xenia Road and hit a ditch after being struck by a Ford F-350. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Springfield police, fire, and hazmat crews responded Tuesday afternoon to a train car derailment on the 400 block of East North Street after wheat spilled into a nearby waterway—environmental crews assessed the impact. WHIO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A vacant Burger King property is scheduled for demolition and will be replaced by a new wings and fish restaurant that serves chicken wings and tenders — construction details and a timeline have not yet been released. WHIO
- ➤ Kore 4 Soul Kitchen bought a vacant building at 608 W. Southern Ave. from the Clark County Land Bank in 2023 and will change it into a commercial kitchen and community event space next to the bike path that will open this summer—designed to serve up to 100 people inside and 200 outside. Springfield News-Sun
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Katharine Holder, 39, pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicular homicide and three counts of aggravated vehicular assault in a Springfield Twp. crash on April 25th that killed 44-year-old Ryan Botkin, and she will serve at least 12 years in prison with her license suspended for 20 years—she ran a red light on Fairfield Pike. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Early Tuesday, Clark County deputies in Springfield chased a stolen vehicle that ran a red light on North Limestone Street and caused a crash with no injuries — officers arrested a suspect on charges of failure to comply and receiving stolen property amid 17 stolen vehicle incidents reported since May 1. WHIO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Danielle Gillam suffered a stroke and received TNK 46 minutes after arriving at Mercy Health, and her rapid recovery shows that calling 911 without delay is vital. Mercy Health has partnered with Springfield Fire Rescue (since 2023) and introduced new stroke detection technology, urging residents to use the BEFAST test (Balance, Eyes, Face, Arms, Speech, Time) if stroke signs occur. Springfield News-Sun
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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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Wittenberg Soccer Camp
9-11 a.m. — National Trail Parks and Recreation District — Registration closed — Dive into a week of soccer fun with skill-building drills and games hosted by Wittenberg Men's soccer team.
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Exchange Member Meeting
2-3 p.m. — Clark County Public Library — Free entry — The Exchange Club of Springfield gathers for its member meeting with a guest speaker to be announced.
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Griffin House at the Summer Arts Festival
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Veterans Park Amphitheater — Free entry — Celebrate the opening of the Summer Arts Festival with local favorite Griffin House performing live.
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