Good morning, Springfield.

Prime BBQ Smokehouse is offering a $5 menu that is valid only until the government shutdown is lifted—this temporary deal ends when normal government operations resume.

First grade students at Kenwood Elementary were visited by a donkey—Biblioburro—for the third year in a row as part of a language arts lesson where they read the book 'Waiting for the Biblioburro,' asked questions, and received a new book to take home.

Kenwood staff teamed with Kent’s Feed Barn to bring this memorable literacy experience to the students.

Clark State College was named as one of 200 community colleges eligible for the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence based on strong student outcomes like retention — completion, transfer and bachelor’s degree attainment.

The school will now enter a rigorous review process that will decide the winner in spring 2027.

Northwestern Middle School seventh grader Trevor Jones won a national quarter-midget title in the Heavy Honda division after racing full-time in the NASCAR Youth Series across Las Vegas, Wall, and Indianapolis—his family coached him and helped secure local sponsors to build on a strong racing legacy.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Clifton Mill Christmas Lights

6 PM – 9 PM — Historic Clifton Mill — $15 admission — Experience a dazzling display of over 4 million lights in a festive winter wonderland.