Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
Good morning, Springfield.
Juniors at Springfield High School painted parking spots on Monday to capture creative memories before their senior year.
The school district posted the artwork online and said each design reflects a personal touch—marking a cherished school tradition.
Poison Hemlock is spreading across Ohio and poses a deadly risk since every part of the plant is toxic and remains so for up to three years.
The plant, linked to the death of Socrates, blooms from late April to early July & herbicides are recommended by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to control it.
City officials in Springfield are studying removal of an aging traffic light at the intersection of Lagonda Avenue and Sherman Avenue to save over $300,000—traffic at this site remains below the 300-car threshold.
Signs have been posted and the signal now flashes—community feedback supports the change, and stop signs will replace the traffic light after the flashing period.
Bridget Houston withdrew from the Springfield City Commission race on Thursday due to family and work demands—this means Andy Rigsbee, Larry Ricketts and Chris Wallace are expected to win the seats unopposed in November.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bike Night at the Roadhouse
6-9 p.m. — Rip Rap Roadhouse — Free entry — Enjoy live music, food, drinks, and a gathering of over 1,000 bikes under the stars.
Coffee & Climb Meetup
10 AM – 2 PM — Mad River Gorge & Nature Preserve — Free coffee and donuts — Connect with fellow climbers and explore climbing access in Ohio.
On-Site Tour at Brookdale Buck Creek
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Brookdale Buck Creek — Free entry — Explore tailored living and exceptional care at this top-rated senior community.
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