Today
in Springfield
Sunday, October 26th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of October.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Law enforcement warned that a new drug called purple fentanyl—a mix of fentanyl and lidocaine—may not be reversed by Narcan and could lead to deadlier overdoses. Authorities noted that while it has been reported in parts of the Midwest, it is expected to appear locally soon. WHIO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A local nonprofit plans a season of events that celebrates young talent by holding an Area College Fair on Nov 22 at John Legend Theater — where seventh to twelfth graders will receive college guidance — and by hosting Art That Bonds on Feb 10, a dance competition on Feb 15 at Kuss Auditorium, with a youth summit planned for next spring. Springfield News-Sun
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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.
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National Philanthropy Day 2025
12-1:30 p.m. — Festival Green Clubhouse — Lunch provided — Celebrate local philanthropy and support community impact with an online silent auction.
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Bugs Bunny at the Symphony
7:30-10 p.m. — Clark State Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Bugs Bunny’s 85th birthday with a live symphony performance of classic Looney Tunes.
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Springfield Turkey Trot
2-6 p.m. — 2111 S Center Blvd, Springfield, OH — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a 5k and 1 Mile fun run for all ages.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The smaller the change, the easier it is to stick to.
~ James Clear
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