Hello Springfield! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame move, Dave Chappelle’s summer camp, and screech owl release + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
A new home ahead: After 20 years in Columbus, the Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame will move induction to Springfield in 2027. Announcement set 11 a.m. June 29 at Wittenberg University’s 1929 Fieldhouse -- see the Springfield move.
Faster service arrives nearby: Spectrum expanded fiber broadband in neighboring Champaign County, making gig-speed service available to more than 670 homes and businesses. The $7 billion buildout will deliver multi-gig speeds to more locations -- get the fiber update.
Chappelle’s hometown comedy tradition: Dave Chappelle’s cornfield ‘Summer Camp’ will return to nearby Yellow Springs with nine phone-free shows over three weeks. Tickets went on sale June 10 and sell out within minutes -- see what’s planned this year.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Pixel fix, anyone?: Game Cycle is that happy place where the clack of pinball, the glow of old-school cabinets, and shelves of games make weekday stress tap out. Swing by for a quick nostalgia hit or a long play session, then brag about your high score like it’s 1999.
Petal-powered pick-me-up: Whether you need a just-because bouquet or a full-on apology arrangement, Netts Floral Company and Greenhouse hand-designs fresh flowers, plants, and gifts, then gets them where they need to go in Springfield. Local florists making you look thoughtful... without you breaking a sweat.
Climb, stroll, repeat: Squeeze in a midweek reset at Veterans Park, where the amphitheater by Buck Creek is home to the Springfield Summer Arts Festival and the north cliff invites legit bouldering. Wander the Buck Creek Scenic Trail, wave at Cinderella’s carriage on the playground, then peek at the Springfield Museum of Art.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🦉 Screech Owl Release @ Camp Greene (Yellow Springs) | Thursday (6/25) at 7:30 PM – Come watch the Raptor Center’s foster kids spread their wings at Camp Greene, Yellow Springs, a screech owl graduation the whole town can get behind. Quick program, then the big release, bring a chair or blanket. Light rain, yes, heavy tantrums from the sky, no.
🦖 Movie Matinee - Jurassic Park @ London Public Library | Friday (6/26) at 3:00 PM – Relive Jurassic Park on the library’s big screen, with popcorn and dinosaur-themed snacks. Bring kids, grandkids, or that friend who still quotes it; under 13s need an adult 18+, because raptors respect chaperones. Bonus, earn an extra ticket for the grand prize drawings.
🎭 Larger Than Life @ Veteran's Park Amphitheater | Friday (6/26) at 8:00 PM – Whether you still know the Bye Bye Bye moves, or pretend you never did, the Summer Arts Festival brings a legit 90s boyband fix with Larger Than Life. Tight harmonies, synchronized swagger, wall-to-wall hits, even a few old-school nods, all admission free, donations appreciated.
🐾 Bow-Wow & Meow Craft Fair @ Snyder Park | Saturday (6/27) at 10:00 AM – Bow-Wow & Meow Craft Fair is popping up at Snyder Park West End, Shelter 1, near Route 40, with handmade finds, pet-themed whimsy, and a parade of well-behaved humans. Expect crafty neighbors, wagging tails, and the occasional cat-level side-eye for your impulse buys.
🐱 Kitten Shower & Cookout @ Paws Urbana | Saturday (6/27) at 12:30 PM – Take a breather and trade spreadsheets for whiskers at PAWS Kitten Shower and Cookout. Meet adoptable kittens and cats, grab a burger, and bring kitten chow, KMR, or cleaning staples, because tiny roommates are messy. Want to adopt? Pre-approved applications mean same-day cuddles.
🐢 Turtle Feeding @ Trailside Museum (Yellow Springs) | Saturday (6/27) at 1:30 PM – Saturday sanity check: swing by Trailside Museum to watch Mr Turkleton, our resident box turtle, take his lunch like a gentleman. It is oddly soothing, mildly educational, and delightfully slow. All ages welcome, with Sandy and John keeping the facts sharp, and the lettuce fresher.
🦎 Ohio Reptiles and More Expo @ Clark County Fairgrounds | Saturday (6/27) – Skip the mulch run and hit a two-day reptile expo at the Clark County Fairgrounds, with hands-on encounters, kids activities, classic games, and live workshops. Family friendly, surprisingly fascinating, and delightfully low on hissy fits.
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07 — The Springfield report Weather forecastToday — High: 79°F — Low: 61°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 79. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: A chance of rain showers between 2am and 5am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 61. Southwest wind 1 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 82°F — Low: 64°F — Precip: 62%
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. Southwest wind 3 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. This house is wildNew construction in the Estates at Melody Parks showcases the eye-catching Avery design, a multi-level layout with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 1 half bath. An expansive family room anchors the home, while the open kitchen brings quartz counters, a large island, and walk-in pantry. The private owner’s suite, lower-level rec room, patio, and 3-bay garage add plenty of standout appeal.
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