Good morning, Springfield.

The 11th annual Springfield Rotary Gourmet Food Truck Competition will occur on August 16th from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Veterans Park where 27 food trucks will battle for prizes including a $5,000 grand prize—while the event offers live music, a beer garden and a new arts and crafts show that support community projects.

A local women’s shelter reached capacity as demand for help grew and its limited resources were strained.

The shelter thanked supporters for their assistance while it managed a rise in needs.

A consumer investigation reported that shoppers were overcharged at Kroger, warning customers to check their receipts twice—prompting Springfield residents to review their grocery bills.

Springfield city officials announced they will replace buses with 16 vans provided by ride-sharing company Via—residents can request rides using their phones and enjoy a free trial of Field Trip Vans until July 28th while buses stop running in August.

Planned Parenthood of Southwest Ohio announced that its health centers at 1061 N Bechtle Ave. in Springfield and 11 Ludlow St. in Hamilton will close on Aug.

1 due to funding cuts—other centers in Dayton and Cincinnati will remain open. This decision will reduce access to reproductive health care in these communities.

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.

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.

Springfield Rotary Gourmet Food Truck Competition

11 AM – 7 PM — Veterans Park Amphitheater — Free entry — Sample delicious dishes from numerous food trucks while enjoying live music and a cold brew.