Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
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🏘️ Community
Archbishop Robert Casey of Cincinnati will lead a Mass on Sunday at a Springfield church honoring Haitian and Hispanic immigrants with services in English, Creole, and Spanish—followed by a catered meal.
He will urge local leaders to show hospitality as immigrants face stress and uncertain futures.
After an EF-1 tornado hit a Clark County community Saturday night with wind speeds up to 100 mph, high school football players from Kenton Ridge High School helped clean up houses, trees, and power lines—actions that restored normalcy after the storm.
Coach Jon Daniels said the team saw this as a chance to serve their neighbors.
The Clark County Fair in Springfield runs through July 25 and offers fresh options including steak bowls, chicken wraps and unique cinnamon rolls made from scratch.
Local vendors rely on family traditions + volunteer efforts while charging $8 for general admission and offering free entry for children 5 and under.
🎓 Education
Eric Charlton, Ph.D., has joined Clark State College as dean of the new School of Allied Health and Public Services—created after splitting its former health division to offer a new bachelor’s degree in nursing; he previously led allied health programs at Columbus State Community College and said he is eager to help students succeed in regional health care careers.
🎉 Springfield Events
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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.
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.
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