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Friday, August 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Clark State College opened a Directed Learning Lab at its Xenia campus at 334 Progress Drive where students gain hands-on training in engineering and industrial maintenance — the lab is open Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is part of a workforce development plan funded by Ohio’s Super RAPIDS.  Clark State College
  • Clark-Shawnee Local School District named Tim Sullivan as the new special education director and he will support staff, parents and students to boost learning outcomes. Sullivan brings nearly two decades of experience including roles at Springfield City Schools — district leaders are confident he will guide special education with excellence.  Springfield News-Sun

HEALTH NEWS

  • Taylor Fresh Foods announced a voluntary recall of its Taylor Farms Honey Balsamic Salad Kit after it was found that the dressing packets contained Asian Sesame Ginger dressing—putting consumers at risk for undeclared sesame and soy allergens. Those who bought the kits in local stores are urged to discard them or return them for a refund.  WHIO

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Tue, 9/2/25

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  • Italian Fall Festa

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

    Fri, 9/5/25

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  • SAS Med Spa celebrates 10 Years

    SAS Med Spa celebrates a decade of aesthetic services by offering specials for existing clients and new clients, alike. Stop in the week of 9/15/25, sign up to win one of our services / products that are up for raffle.

    Mon, 9/15/25

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  • Woeber's MustardFest

    6 PM – 10 PM — Mother Stewart's Brewing — Check the schedule for costs — Celebrate all things mustard with tastings, competitions, and live music!

    Fri, 9/19/25

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  • Hasting Farm Fest

    12-6 p.m. — Clark County Fairgrounds — Tickets available — Experience a lively community celebration with country music, local food, and fun activities for the whole family.

    Sat, 9/27/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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