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Thursday, December 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A Missing Adult Alert has been issued for 67-year-old Ricky Stewart by the Ohio Attorney General Missing Persons Unit.  WHIO
  • The Washington Township Fire Department used 'awkward' holiday photos to share fire prevention tips.  WHIO

CRIME NEWS

  • Beavercreek Police warn of a scam involving fraudulent investments with cryptocurrency, leading to over $400,000 in collective losses.  WDTN
  • A new scam involves sending unsolicited packages that lure recipients into scanning a QR code to steal personal information.  WHIO
  • A Tecumseh Local School student was arrested and charged with making terroristic threats after the FBI identified them through social media, ensuring student and staff safety.  Springfield News-Sun

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The city allocates $6M to rejuvenate the former county fairgrounds, aiming for a transformative development.  WHIO

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Clark County residents vocally opposed a proposed Rumpke waste transfer facility due to environmental and community impact concerns, despite company assurances and planned job creation.  Springfield News-Sun

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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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.

    Sun, 12/22/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.

~ Maya Angelou

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