Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
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🎓 Education
Mechanicsburg Exempted Village Schools earned the highest performance index in Champaign County on the 2024-25 state report card—boosting their five-year graduation rate to 98.6% and raising college-career readiness from 74% to 82% while maintaining a 4-star overall rating for the third year in a row.
🏛️ Government
Today, the Ohio Department of Development accepted applications for a tax credit program that covers half of approved training costs up to $25,000 for companies offering CDL training.
The program, established under House Bill 66, will run through 2026—applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
🎉 Springfield Events
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Halloween Yoga
4:30-6 p.m. — Betty — $20 — Enjoy a cozy Halloween-themed yoga class with candlelight, gentle flow, and a spooky soundtrack.
Fall Harvest Festival
2-6 p.m. — Kettering Fields — Free admission — Celebrate autumn with family-friendly activities, a pumpkin patch, and a costume contest.
Standing Up to POTS Awareness Event
11 AM – 3 PM — Wittenberg University — Free entry — Support a non-profit working to raise awareness about POTS and its impact on lives.
🏠 Springfield Real Estate
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💼 Springfield Job Board
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📣 Springfield Announcements
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