Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Springfield police are investigating a Monday night shooting after a man sustained a gunshot wound to his lower right leg while passing through the parking lot of the Springfield-Clark Career Technology Center on Selma Road—officers treated him and transported him to Mercy Health as they followed a blood trail away from the original scene. Springfield News-Sun
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rumpke reported a small fire at its Dayton facility on July 15 when a lithium-ion battery in a recycling bin ignited. The company does not accept these batteries—due to the risk of unexpected combustion—and advises residents to follow local guidelines for proper disposal. WYSO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield has launched a new online platform—Cityworks—to let residents and business owners apply for permits, submit zoning requests, and track code compliance while providing real-time email updates and digital document submissions; paper applications will be accepted for the next 60 days. Springfield News-Sun
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
When you make peace with uncertainty, you find peace.
~ Naval Ravikant
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