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in Springfield
Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sweet Manufacturing, now a division of Behlen Manufacturing, donated a 16 foot diameter gazebo called BinVista to the Clark County Fairgrounds in Springfield ahead of the Clark County Fair to honor founder W. Dean Sweet. The new structure will host events—weddings and community gatherings—and a dedication ceremony is planned later this month. Springfield News-Sun
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A woman died after being shot on E Cecil Street in Springfield at 6:51 p.m. EDT on July 23—police are investigating the incident. WHIO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Preliminary survey data show that the Dayton metro added 600 jobs last month + Springfield saw the largest statewide decline with a 1.4% drop. The state added only 1,800 jobs since April + local employers remain cautious amid growing economic uncertainty. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Ohio’s sales tax holiday will run from midnight Aug. 1 to 11:59 p.m. Aug. 14 and lets buyers pay no state sales tax on items like clothing, electronics and books if they meet price rules. Shoppers can also buy online if orders are placed on time (sellers’ time zones determine qualification) but some items, such as motor vehicles and tobacco, are not included. Springfield News-Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Northeastern Local Schools announced a new special education leadership team to support students and families. Melissa Jewell is the new director while supervisors Stacy Slusher (Kenton Ridge campus) and Betsy Vanhoose (Northeastern campus) will provide focused support for evolving needs. Springfield News-Sun
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The fool wonders, the wise man asks.
~ Benjamin Disraeli
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