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in Springfield
Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Springfield police arrested Terri Neal on July 6 after she intentionally struck a Dollar General employee with her grey minivan at 9:30 p.m. on July 5 at Yellow Springs Street—causing a serious leg injury, significant damage to the storefront, and leading to charges of Felonious Assault, Aggravated Trespass, Vandalism, Endangering Children, and Obstructing Official Business while a child in her vehicle was later dropped off safely. WHIO
- ➤ Springfield police are investigating a reported shooting in the 800 block of E John Street around 10:07 p.m. on July 14—officials are still gathering key details. WHIO
- ➤ A police chase ended in a crash on the 500 block of Salem Avenue around 9:10 p.m.—one person is in custody. WHIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today the city begins switching from fixed-route buses to an on-demand van system called Field Trips, offering free rides during a two-week trial while buses still run. The full change will occur on July 29—riders will then pay $2 for typical trips and $4 for paratransit rides. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Springfield debuted its new digital platform called Cityworks on Monday, July 14 to help residents, business owners and developers track building permits, zoning applications and code compliance cases—paper applications will still be accepted for 60 days. WDTN
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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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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.
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Stories of Independence Kids Series: The Lail Family
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Davidson Interpretive Center — Free entry — Celebrate America's Independence with stories and games from early American pioneers.
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