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in Springfield
Friday, July 18th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ 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. WHIO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 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. WHIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. WHIO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. WDTN
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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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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.
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