Today
in Springfield
Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Authorities recovered a second body from a lake at a state park—another person drowned on Saturday afternoon. WHIO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Clark State College is recruiting for the One Million Degrees program designed for new or recent high school graduates from Clark, Logan and Champaign counties, with fall classes starting August 18 and a full package of academic, financial and personal support offered. Only 60 students will be accepted into this nationally recognized program+ interested applicants should contact the admissions department promptly. Clark State College
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nonprofit McKinley Hall lost nearly $70,000 in federal and state funds—$59,980 from federal sources and $10,000 from state support—forcing cuts to its substance use programs and affecting 40 staff positions. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Ohio lawmakers introduced House Bill 372—known as the Larry Henderson Act—on June 23 to require the death penalty or life without parole for adults who kill police, first responders, prosecutors or military members. The bill is named after Hamilton County Deputy Larry Henderson, who died on May 2 while working a security detail at the University of Cincinnati’s commencement. WHIO
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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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Dayton Horse Show
All day — Champions Center Arena — Admission TBA — Experience the 158th annual Dayton Horse Show showcasing American Saddlebred excellence.
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Bacon Fest 2025
4-10 p.m. — Fraze Pavilion — Free festival — Celebrate everything bacon with delicious treats, live music, and fun for all ages.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Good judgment comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgment.
~ Will Rogers
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