Good morning, Springfield.

Cole is a playful young mixed breed available for adoption at the Clark County Dog Shelter located at 5201 Urbana Road in Springfield — he is up-to-date on vaccines and can be taken home for $22 this week.

Twenty-three people were indicted at Clark County Common Pleas Court this week on charges including aggravated possession of drugs and failure to comply with police orders—charges involving several local residents.

Clark State College has named David Ferguson as its new director of workforce and he brings over 30 years of experience in hiring and training workers.

He will work with local employers and community groups to build training programs that meet local needs — a change that is expected to support both students and the local job market.

Ferncliff Cemetery and Arboretum will update its black wrought iron fence — which has been hit nearly seven times each year since 2018 — by removing old panels, building a mound with plantings, and installing a new fence before planned road improvements on Ohio 41 begin around 2027 or 2028.

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.