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Tuesday, November 11th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Springfield man won a $75,000 top prize on a scratch-off ticket on November 6, and lottery officials report that one top prize and two $10,000 prizes remain available. The win has spurred local interest—prompting more residents to try their luck with scratch-offs. WHIO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A local gas station sold a $100,000 lottery scratch-off ticket. Lottery officials said that as of November 6 (when three top prizes and five second-tier prizes remained available) players may have a chance to win big in upcoming drawings. WHIO
- ➤ Local hardware stores in Springfield are seeing more customers after the season's first snowfall — many residents are buying winter supplies to prepare for colder weather. Ace Hardware manager Bret Knower said business is busy — shoppers should stock up before Black Friday through Dec. 1 for the best deals. WHIO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield Museum of Art’s McGregor Gallery now shows work by 10 new artists in its Artists Exploring the Possible program — the exhibition runs through Dec. 28. Springfield News-Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Clark State College honored veterans, active duty members and military families on Monday at its Springfield campus Veterans Memorial — offering reduced tuition and tailored support — and will host Veterans Appreciation Games on Wednesday with free admission for the women's game at 5:30 p.m. and the men's game at 7:30 p.m. Springfield News-Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The CDC reported that more than 36% of Ohioans are classified as obese, which makes Ohio one of the states with the worst obesity rates. A WalletHub study ranked Ohio as the 12th worst for obesity and 6th worst for overweight kids, pointing to a serious health challenge. WHIO
- ➤ Mercy Health Springfield will host its first Own Your Game Men’s Health Expo on Nov. 12 at Courtyard Springfield downtown from 4:30 pm to 7 pm—featuring free screenings, expert advice, and a keynote speech by former Ohio State Football running back Maurice Clarett at 5:30 pm. The event aims to help men take charge of their health and learn ways to prevent chronic conditions. WHIO
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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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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.
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