Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 17 individuals were indicted on various charges, including drug possession, attempted murder, and domestic violence, in Clark County Common Pleas Court. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ A student was arrested for allegedly threatening a local high school, facing serious criminal charges. WHIO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Discount Fashion Warehouse in Springfield is reopening as an outlet, offering a 10% discount storewide from Oct. 3-6, consolidating clearance items from all 16 Ohio locations. Springfield News-Sun
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ AES Ohio detailed the complex process of restoring power following storms, highlighting challenges such as damaged infrastructure and prioritizing repairs to critical services. WYSO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Haitian Bridge Alliance files additional charges against Donald Trump and JD Vance, alleging their false claims about Springfield's Haitian population led to public disruption. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Ohio Senator JD Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz discussed the impacts of Haitian migration in Springfield, Ohio, critiquing and defending the handling and rhetoric surrounding immigration in the only Vice-Presidential debate of the 2024 election. WHIO
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Enon Apple Butter Festival 2024
Celebrate the 44th annual Enon Apple Butter Festival with homemade delicacies, craft booths, and live entertainment, showcasing traditional apple butter production.
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Wittenberg University's Fall Visit Day for High School Students
Experience a day dedicated to discovering what it means to be a Wittenberg Tiger, tailored specifically for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors.
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Kenton Ridge Marching Cougar Band Show 2024
Experience an exciting evening of music and performance at the Kenton Ridge Marching Cougar Band Show, featuring talented student musicians and captivating routines.
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Fall Craft Show at Clark County Fairgrounds
Experience a vibrant craft show featuring over 150 booths of handcrafted art, local foods, and unique gifts from various artisans and vendors.
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First Friday Street Food Festival at Mother Stewart's Brewing
Experience a lively gathering featuring fantastic food trucks and delicious craft beer at the First Friday Street Food Festival.
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