Good morning, Springfield.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.