Today
in Springfield
Saturday, July 19th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An 18-year-old suspect tied to the May 14 homicide in Springfield was arrested on July 3 in Hamden, Connecticut—authorities said he faces charges of two counts of murder, felonious assault and discharging a firearm near prohibited premises while having waived extradition to return soon to Springfield. WDTN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Triad Local Schools hired Maggie Parcels as the new high school principal for the upcoming school year; she will replace outgoing Principal Todd Schneider who will work at Marion Harding High School. Springfield News-Sun
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Tuesday’s city commission meeting, Assistant Mayor Dave Estrop said Springfield’s federal funding loss for housing and community development is smaller than expected — although HOME funds remain excluded. City officials will submit a five-year HUD plan by Aug. 16 to outline the use of CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds to support affordable housing and community improvements. Springfield News-Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio said it will close two family planning clinics in Hamilton and Springfield on August 1 due to federal and state Medicaid cuts that have reduced funding — the clinics offer care like STI tests and cancer screenings and patients have been told of the change — the organization will work with staff to lessen layoffs. WYSO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sidney Police officer Sean Martin won a gold medal in the street cycling time trials at the World Police and Fire Games held in Birmingham, AL — he finished the course in 31:36 and beat the next competitor by over three minutes. WHIO
- ➤ Kenton Ridge High School’s Ivee Rastatter and Minster High School’s Addi Inskeep were named First Team All-Americans by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association yesterday—Rastatter thanked the association on social media. Minster’s team also praised Inskeep’s talent and work ethic for her honor. WHIO
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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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~ Carl Jung
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