Wednesday, December 11th, 2024
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield Sports Academy hosts a public Christmas Party on Saturday with coat and toy giveaways, live music, and appearances by former Ohio State football players. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ The Springfield Rotary Club celebrated its 102nd Christmas party, providing games, activities, and personalized gifts from Santa to local children with disabilities, in partnership with Wittenberg University. Springfield News-Sun
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The International plant in Moorefield Twp., formerly known as Navistar, resumed operations after a fire and an unrelated evacuation due to an unexpected odor, with no injuries reported. Springfield News-Sun
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A jury found Adam Humphreys guilty on all counts of attempted rape, kidnapping, and strangulation for attacking a woman on a Springfield bike trail in May. WHIO
- ➤ Denzell Reed, 19, received a life sentence for fatally shooting a grandmother during a carjacking attempt at her granddaughter's birthday party. WHIO
- ➤ Rumpke Waste and Recycling Services is notifying affected individuals of a security breach that may have compromised personal information of its current and former employees and their families. WDTN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Clark County Combined Health District eradicated appointment backlogs through increased state staffing and a mobile health clinic, serving over 1,400 people with vaccinations and health screenings. Springfield News-Sun
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Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Concert
The Mannheim Steamroller Christmas concert, led by founder Chip Davis, continues its tradition of festive holiday music that has captivated audiences since the release of their first holiday album in 1984.
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SantaCON 2024 Celebration
SantaCON 2024 offers a festive gathering with live music, costume contests, and special beer releases to celebrate the holiday season at Mother Stewart's Brewing.
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The Nutcracker: A Classic Holiday Ballet
The 35th Annual Nutcracker tells the enchanting story of Clara and her magical journey with a Nutcracker Prince during a memorable Christmas celebration.
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35th Annual Nutcracker Performance
Experience the classic Christmas tale of The Nutcracker, showcasing Clara's magical dream with battles, fairies, and beloved characters at Kuss Auditorium.
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Santa & the Grinch Paint Off
A festive paint-off event featuring Santa and the Grinch at the Courtyard by Marriott in Springfield.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage.
~ Anais Nin
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