Good morning, Springfield.

The Springfield News-Sun is inviting older adults who returned to work after retiring because of financial struggles to fill out a Google Form for a potential interview.

This call aims to gather firsthand experiences from community members.

UAW Local 402 members approved an agreement to close Springfield's truck production plant as part of a sale to Canadian manufacturer Roshel this year.

Bargaining began on June 1 to support workers through the transition + adjustments at the two facilities.

Evon Walters began his tenure as Clark State College’s sixth president, replacing Jo Alice Blondin (retired end of June) and aiming to build on six decades of service by strengthening partnerships and expanding opportunities for students and the community.

A black bear was sighted in east Greene County on July 1 near Skydive Greene County (Foust/South Monroe Siding Roads), and the sheriff’s office reminded residents to keep a safe distance and avoid feeding wildlife.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced that Haitian TPS holders in Springfield will continue to work and keep their legal status until a lower court order changes it, with authorization valid through July 10.

The decision follows a Supreme Court ruling that left many local residents confused.

Ohio law allows adults over 18 to set off consumer fireworks on July 3, 4 and 5, but local ordinances in Springfield and nearby cities ban the displays.

TNT Fireworks runs a supercenter in Jefferson Twp and is opening another in Moraine soon.

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.

Joshua Bell Live

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Clark State Performing Arts Center — Cost Info not specified — Experience the virtuosity of one of the finest violinists of our time alongside your Springfield Symphony Orchestra.

The JiMiller Band Concert

Unknown time — Mother Stewart's Brewing — Tickets available — Enjoy a summer evening with an all Grateful Dead show by The JiMiller Band.