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Buck Creek State Park in Springfield will get new upgrades as crews work on a marina and nature center—officials set a ribbon-cutting for September and will begin concessions next spring.

Campground renovations will also start this fall as officials enhance the park for visitors.

The Children's Memorial in Springfield, which honors about 30 children who died from violence or accidents, is at risk of closing because there are not enough volunteers to maintain the site + vandalism has damaged features like the wall of names, pond, and statues.

Vernon Donnelly and Angela Ward ask the community to help care for the memorial with regular upkeep.

The Springfield Police Division will host its annual National Night Out on Aug.

5 at Veterans Park — residents will meet local first responders as the event offers free food, games, prizes, a bicycle raffle, an inflatable park, safety vehicle tours and a visit from the 7-Eleven Slurpee Truck. The event is organized in collaboration with Springfield Fire and Rescue, the Clark County Sheriff’s Office and the Ohio State Highway Patrol.

Springfield will launch an on-demand transit system called Field Trips on July 15, replacing the fixed-route system with 16 mini vans that riders can book by app, online or by phone—city officials said the system will cost about $2.5 million a year and match riders traveling in the same direction to reduce wait times.

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.

Clark County Fair 2025

All day — Clark County Fairgrounds — Cost varies — Experience thrilling tractor pulling at one of the region's largest summer fairs.

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.

Dayton Horse Show

All day — Champions Center Arena — Admission TBA — Experience the 158th annual Dayton Horse Show showcasing American Saddlebred excellence.

Bacon Fest 2025

4-10 p.m. — Fraze Pavilion — Free festival — Celebrate everything bacon with delicious treats, live music, and fun for all ages.

Springfield Jazz & Blues Festival

2:30-11:30 p.m. — National Road Commons — Free entry — Experience award-winning jazz and blues artists along with local brews and food trucks in a vibrant atmosphere.