Good morning, Springfield.

Cleanup efforts began after a possible tornado damaged homes, trees, and powerlines in the Northridge area north of Moorefield Road on Saturday evening—residents and Ohio Hope Builders worked to clear debris and assess the damage.

Springfield police teamed with the Clark County Sheriff’s Office, Ohio State Highway Patrol, and other agencies from July 2 to July 11 to seize cocaine, fentanyl, and handguns—making six felony arrests on July 8 with three firearms and about four grams of suspected cocaine and later recovering a kilogram of cocaine, a key of fentanyl, and a handgun.

Cleanup continued in Clark County after a strong storm caused damage from a possible tornado last Saturday — neighbors and volunteers cleared debris and blocked driveways while Sheriff Chris Clark reported significant damage to homes and power lines.

Video footage captured an elderly woman’s driveway covered by a fallen tree.

City officials plan to ban recreational marijuana when the temporary ban on sales expires—new restrictions will take effect once the current limits end.

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.