Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
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🏘️ Community
United Way’s Executive Director Kerry Pedraza—after nearly 12 years in the role—will step down to serve as Clark State College Foundation’s executive director beginning Aug.
18; interim director Natalie Driscoll will take charge on Aug. 15 as the search for a permanent replacement begins.
💼 Business
Graeter’s Ice Cream launched a new flavor called Minty Brownie—made with a creamy mint base and chewy brownie chunks—available for a limited time at local locations and online.
Caramel Pecan Cheesecake is set for release in mid-August as the next bonus flavor.
🚨 Crime
Springfield Police said 28-year-old Iesha Givens was fatally shot in her living room on E.
Cecil Street on Wednesday around 3:45 p.m.—her boyfriend Marcus Hasan called 911 and said an argument led to the shooting and now faces charges for murder, felonious assault and domestic violence while held in Clark County Jail.
🏛️ Government
County officials met in Clark County to discuss a proposed 0.5% sales tax increase that would help fund a $100 million new public safety building and jail designed to meet state standards.
A second hearing is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 30 in Commission Chambers—residents shared both support and concerns about the future costs and services.
Gov. Mike DeWine said Springfield is stable today after an immigration surge stretched local health care and led to job losses when humanitarian parole ended on June 12.
He warned that when TPS for Haitians ends on Sept. 2, the region may face further layoffs and economic strain + hospitals may see more requests for charitable care.
🎉 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.
Doggy Day at Splash Zone
5-7 p.m. — Splash Zone Aquatic Center — $5 per dog — Bring your furry friends for a splashin' good time at Springfield's favorite aquatic center.
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