Good morning, Springfield.

On Aug 5, National Night Out brought neighbors together in Springfield and throughout the Dayton and Miami Valley with block parties, cookouts and parades—highlighting a tradition that began in 1981 and has grown to include nearly 17,000 communities.

The event united millions and demonstrated a strong community bond.

Eight people evacuated a local apartment at 5:26 a.m. on August 5th after a fire broke out early yesterday morning – firefighters responded to control the blaze.

A firefighter suffered a back injury battling a house fire on Lexington Avenue in Springfield and was treated and released from the hospital + firefighters arrived at 11 p.m. to quickly put out the blaze + reports confirmed residents escaped with minor smoke inhalation injuries while the cause remains under investigation.

Human remains were found by a kayaker near the Ohio River on August 5th at 7:44 a.m.—police are investigating the discovery.

Clark State Performing Arts Center in downtown Springfield announced its 2025—26 season featuring shows such as The SteelDrivers on Sept.

18, Vienna Teng on Oct. 9, a stage adaptation of To Kill a Mockingbird in late October and early November, and musicals like Elf on Nov. 1 and A Charlie Brown Christmas on Dec. 7, with concerts by Kyshona and Bassel and the Supernaturals through May 1. Community members can also audition and enjoy ticket discounts for students and seniors—ensuring a rich year of local performing arts.

A plaque was installed above a urinal at the Heritage Center to honor John Fritz’s quirky dream—he organized yearly birthday fundraisers to support the Clark County Historical Society.

Staff, interns and volunteers attended the brief ceremony in the closed bathroom—showing that even humorous tributes can help preserve our local history.

The Clark County Solid Waste District released its 2024 report showing it helped 3,200 residents recycle over 120 tons of specialty items and processed 57,861 tons at local drop-off sites.

The report also noted that 120 classroom programs reached 2,816 students and introduced a new business volunteer cleanup program—while a new 15-year management plan won 94% community support—ensuring safe waste disposal and more recycling options.

Mercy Health hospitals in Springfield and Urbana were nationally recognized by the American Heart Association for their stroke care—Springfield earned the Gold Plus Get With The Guidelines Stroke Quality Achievement Award and the Target: Stroke Honor Roll for faster treatment while Urbana received the Stroke Rural Recognition award to help lessen rural care differences.

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.

The Fair at New Boston

6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. — George Rogers Clark Park — Admission price varies — Experience a lively historical fair showcasing early Ohio with parades, crafts, and delicious period food.

20th Anniversary United Way Golf Outing

11 AM – 6 PM — Springfield Country Club — Registration required — Celebrate 20 years of community support with a commemorative golf scramble.

Italian Fall Festa

6-11 p.m. — Bella Villa Hall — Free entry — Celebrate Italian heritage with homemade dishes, music, and bocce on beautiful grounds.