Wednesday, June 25th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Poppy’s Diner closed as rising violence on Selma Road—including a recent break-in and a nearby shooting—scared away customers and led owner Amanda Finlaw to switch back to her food truck. WHIO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ashley Lemen, a former Roosevelt student with over 20 years of district experience and most recently assistant principal at Schaefer Middle School, will become the new principal at Roosevelt Middle starting Aug. 1—she plans to connect with students, families and staff to build a supportive, inclusive school culture. Springfield News-Sun
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A local gas station sold a winning lottery ticket that has stirred interest in Springfield. Lottery officials will verify the ticket as more details become available. WHIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Deputy Ami Oliver, 34, died on June 18 at Kettering Health in Washington Township after a courageous battle with illness—her online obituary confirmed this detail. The sheriff’s office invites residents to attend visitation on June 26 at 11 a.m. at Second Missionary Baptist Church in Springfield, with a funeral service at noon and burial at Rose Hill Cemetery. WHIO
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AAU Track & Field Region 4 Qualifier
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Wittenberg University — $49.87 — A competitive track and field qualifier for athletes, starting early each day with concessions available.
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Free Tennis Clinic
10:00-11:30 a.m. — National Trail Parks and Recreation District — Free entry — Enjoy a morning of tennis fun with drills, skills, and games for ages 8-17.
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Chapel Hart at the Summer Arts Festival
8-10 p.m. — Veterans Park Amphitheater — Admission-free with donations accepted — Experience the vibrant Southern sound of Chapel Hart, a rising country band with gospel roots.
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Clark County Fair
8 p.m. — Clark County Fairgrounds — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy live entertainment, carnival rides, and exciting livestock shows at this local fair.
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Clark County Fair 2025
All day — Clark County Fairgrounds — Cost varies — Experience thrilling tractor pulling at one of the region's largest summer fairs.
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Cheer Camp in Springfield, OH
1-4 p.m. — Davidson Interpretive Center — No cost listed — A fun-filled week of cheering, dancing, and making new friendships for kids ages 7-13.
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We are all born ignorant, but one must work hard to remain stupid.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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