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Tuesday, December 24th, 2024
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Emily Botkin and supporters provided all first-graders at Horace Mann Elementary with board games as Christmas gifts, promoting family playtime and joy. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Montgomery County's ArriveSafe program offers residents a $20 Uber voucher for safe rides home during the holiday season. WHIO
- ➤ Local events this week include a Red Cross blood drive, an Enchanted Forest holiday display, a live nativity Christmas Eve service, and a 50% off sale at the Animal Welfare League Thrift Store. Springfield News-Sun
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 16-year-old suffered serious injuries when their car, failing to yield at a train crossing, was struck by a train and dragged 200 yards in Springfield. WHIO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Springfield police and SWAT team served a warrant and made an arrest at the 1600 block of S Fountain Avenue around 9 a.m. WHIO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Five Rivers MetroParks staff recommends reducing food waste and choosing sustainable gifts to minimize environmental impact during the holidays. WYSO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield City Commissioners endorsed Tax Income Financing (TIF) abatements for Sycamore Ridge and Maple Grove developments, incorporating upfront payments to the Shawnee School District to balance growth and educational funding needs. Springfield News-Sun
- ➤ Clark County anticipates a $7.2 million deficit for 2025, with plans to address the budget gap through various measures, including potential departmental budget cuts and operational savings. Springfield News-Sun
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