Today
in Springfield
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Buck Creek State Park is welcoming visitors this season with major upgrades including a new nature center & a revitalized marina shop, updated campground facilities, and improved trails. The park offers seasonal hours from Memorial Day to Labor Day for self-guided exploration and community programs. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Animal welfare groups rescued 1,500 beagles from a breeding facility in Wisconsin amid mistreatment concerns; local foster Brandye Bear is caring for three beagles pending quarantine and vet clearance. Miami Valley shelters are coordinating efforts to rehome the dogs — they will soon be available for adoption. WHIO
- ➤ Local officials announced today that the lake and adjacent trails at Possum Creek MetroPark will close for construction, while the campsite and parking lot remain open. WHIO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Carnival rides will be set up in the parking lot near Young’s Dairy Store from Thursday through Monday + local families can enjoy safe rides and a festive atmosphere. WHIO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Last night, some Miami Valley gas stations raised prices nearly 50 cents, impacting local food truck operations in Springfield. Owners now face higher fuel expenses as they adjust their service routines. WHIO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Six Springfield High School students earned their Ohio Seal of Biliteracy (three received the honor in multiple languages), district officials said. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Officials at the Clark-Shawnee Local School board met Monday, May 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Administrative Office (3680 Selma Road) to discuss placing an operating levy on the November ballot for school funding. If the levy fails, sports and extracurricular activities will be cut starting spring 2027. Springfield News-Sun
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ More than 100 humanities leaders in Ohio, including Clark County and Dayton officials, sent a letter to Senator Husted asking him to quickly release NEH funds after cancellations by the Department of Governmental Efficiency. The letter urges oversight & accountability to help local humanities councils serve their communities. Springfield News-Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Record warm temperatures set in April continue to affect the Miami Valley, as warmer nights disrupt sleep and raise energy bills. Health experts advise keeping bedrooms between 65 and 68 degrees to help residents rest better. WHIO
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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