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Friday, October 11th, 2024

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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Tyler King and his wife, Jillian, celebrated winning the Best Food Truck & Non-Brick & Mortar category for their J's Blended Acai Bar at the Best of Springfield Awards.  Springfield News-Sun

CRIME NEWS

  • A man was hospitalized and SWAT intervened following a shooting in Springfield, where police detained several individuals but the suspect's status remains unclear.  Springfield News-Sun

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Springfield Museum of Art and Clark County Public Library's successful 'Big Read' event, inspired by Amanda Love's installation, distributed hundreds of free copies of 'Fahrenheit 451,' promoting themes of censorship and the preservation of culture.  WYSO

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Academy Sports + Outdoors is set to open its second Ohio location in Springfield on October 21, promising around 60 new jobs and a grand opening event from October 25-27.  Springfield News-Sun

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • A group supporting Revolutionary Communist Party USA leader Bob Avakian caused a disruption at a Springfield City Commission meeting, leading to the ejection of several attendees due to outbursts against both major political parties.  Springfield News-Sun

EVENTS

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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.

    Sat, 10/12/24

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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.

    Fri, 10/18/24

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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.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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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.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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  • Explore Wittenberg University on Fall Visit Day

    Experience a day filled with insight into the Wittenberg Tiger community designed for high school students looking to learn more about their future academic journey.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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