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in Springfield
Friday, May 30th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Map the Meal Gap study shows that food insecurity in the Dayton region increased by 1% in The Foodbank's service area covering Greene, Preble and Montgomery counties. The study found that more than one in seven people lack steady access to healthy food — about 8,000 more need help as federal supports ended. WYSO
- ➤ Helicopters are flying at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base as HeliStorm 2025, a free event for radio-controlled helicopter enthusiasts, continues today through June 1 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force—attendees enjoy competitions and other activities. WDTN
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A local Catholic church caught fire during a roof replacement — a viewer reported that smoke and flames poured from the building as work was being done. WHIO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Springfield's school superintendent Bob Hill—recognized for his leadership in district programs—is one of five Ohio school leaders to receive the Ohio Superintendent Award of Excellence from the Martha Holden Jennings Foundation and will be honored at the Educator Awards Banquet in July with a $1,000 check for a district initiative. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ The Clark County Literacy Center will host the inaugural Un-Run for Literacy 0.5K on June 6 from 4 to 6 p.m. downtown where participants will start at the Clark County Library parking lot and join one of nine 15-minute waves, enjoy food and drink samples, and receive a medal and free beer for those 21 or older to support local literacy programs. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ The Springfield City Schools District announced that Superintendent Dr. Robert F. Hill was named one of five recipients of the Ohio Superintendent Award of Excellence for his leadership and school initiatives + he will be formally honored at a July banquet where he will receive $1,000 for a project benefiting the district. WDTN
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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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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.
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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.
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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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I Want My 80s Tour - Rick Springfield
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Rose Music Center at The Heights — General parking included — Enjoy an evening with Rick Springfield and relive the 80s hits.
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