Good morning, Springfield.

A downtown indoor sports & wellness center is beginning construction this year at the former Crowell-Collier site between Main and High Streets.

The $24M, 85,000 sqft facility will include eight flexible courts, a public walking track and hotel development.

Local county hosted Strawberry Fest today in Springfield, where residents enjoyed live music, a pie-eating contest and a hula hoop challenge as they sampled fresh strawberries.

The city is inviting residents to submit Grand Marshal nominations for the upcoming Star Spangled Heights event.

Nominations will help choose a community leader to head the celebration later.

Ohio’s updated dog law—Avery’s Law—gives animal control agencies new tools and shifts abuse and neglect investigations to law enforcement and humane societies.

Montgomery County agencies are working with partners to adjust to increased responsibilities amid capacity challenges.

Ohio Reptiles and More Expo

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Clark County Fairgrounds — $10 — Experience a hands-on adventure with reptiles and exotic pets for the whole family.

SOPGA Springfield Classic

Tee off at the Springfield Classic — 6,708 yards — Springfield Country Club — Registration required — Enjoy a day of golf overlooking beautiful valley views.

Phil Dirt and the Dozers at Summer Arts Festival

8-10 p.m. — Veterans Park Amphitheater — Free entry — Experience an nostalgic evening with America's premiere vintage rock and roll revue performing hits from the 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Salsa Canning Workshop

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Heartbeat Gardens — Cost included with admission — Learn to preserve the season with a hands-on salsa canning experience.