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Feature Story The Shift-ology team at Co-Hatch

Shift-ology: Springfield-based communications agency receives national recognition

Alexandra LehmanMonday, June 30, 2025
"At Shift-ology, we believe we win when our clients win, and that’s exactly what these awards represent. Whether it was helping a school reach new students, telling a sustainability story for an agricultural client or elevating an important community issue, every recognition we’ve received ties back to real impact for our partners."
Development News Honda team members volunteer at Second Harvest Food Bank in Springfield, Ohio.

Second Harvest Food Bank receives $75,000 grant

Brittany LantzTuesday, June 24, 2025
“This grant will help us reach more families, more seniors, and more children with nutritious food—while also giving us the flexibility to meet the increasing need in our region."
Feature Story One of the more than 400 Springfield High School graduates who received their diploma this year.

Springfield City School District shares 100 successes from the 2024-2025 school year

Brittany LantzMonday, June 23, 2025
“Highlighting all of those groups, especially achieving things on a state and then even sometimes on a national level, sets the stage for what Springfield students can accomplish."
Development News Kayak Adventure Series Flyer for Springfield

The Great Midwestivus: Fishing tournament comes to Springfield

Wednesday, June 11, 2025
On June 13 and 14, over 120 professional anglers will come to Springfield for The Great Midwestivus.
Feature Story The Springfield Farmers Market

Spending Saturdays with a growing ‘family’: The Springfield Farmers Market kicks off season

Mark MeszorosTuesday, June 10, 2025
“We have incredible folks that truly believe in the products they sell at our market. It’s really a social event for our community.”
Feature Story Juneteenth Fatherfest 2025

Juneteenth Fatherfest returns for 20th year

Mark KoestnerThursday, May 29, 2025
“I would by no means call us experts, but the amount of time and history that we have planning this event, putting on this event, really truly benefits us in holding this every year.”
Feature Story Representatives from Global Impact STEM Academy, Clark State, WSA Studio, MARKER construction, West Central Port Authority, New Carlisle Federal Savings Bank, and elected officials cut the ribbon for the new $16.9 million Upper Academy facility.

Global Impact STEM Academy opens new $16.9 million facility in Springfield

Brittany Lantz, Andy GrimmFriday, May 23, 2025
"Now that Phase I of the expansion project is complete, we’re excited to welcome more students into a learning environment that’s immersive, hands-on and focused on preparing them for real-world success – whether that’s in the workforce or in higher education.”
Development News 638 Clifton Avenue

Neighborhood Housing Partnership to host open house for new homes at Clifton Court

Thursday, May 22, 2025
“All of those homes are for first-time home buyers, so we're effectively moving people from rentals to a home of their own. They're going to be able to build equity and increase their long-term wealth."
Development News Westcott Summer Tours

Summer Tour Series explores architecture, design, and history in the Greater Springfield Region

Wednesday, May 21, 2025
The Summer Tour Series from the Westcott Center for Architecture + Design is kicking off its 2025 series on May 24. 
Feature Story Matt Luther, owner of The Peanut Shoppe

Peanuts and possibilities: How Matt Luther is working to continue the legacy of The Peanut Shoppe

Mark MeszorosMonday, May 12, 2025
“I don’t want it to ever stop being a peanut shop, and it won’t be. That’s still the main focus of our store – our peanuts and chocolates – and, you know, all the other stuff is just more add-on.”
Feature Story The Buchwalter House

From mansion to meeting place: The Buchwalter House and the Woman's Town Club of Springfield

Wil HoffmanThursday, May 8, 2025
“For a long time, the women of the different clubs all over Springfield would meet at various locations such as churches or one of their own homes. They eventually wanted to establish their own clubhouse dedicated to the purposes of each subjective institution.”
Development News A letter carrier and volunteer unload donations during the 2024 Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.

Letter carriers to host annual food drive on Saturday

Brittany LantzWednesday, May 7, 2025
“It not only brings the community together for a day of giving, but it also helps us prepare to meet the increased need for food assistance during the summer months when children are out of school.”
Development News DOCS Dermatology

Mercy Health Springfield to host free skin cancer screening event

Brittany LantzThursday, May 1, 2025
“It’s that time of year when we’re all excited to get outside and enjoy the sunshine, but it’s important to do so safely. Skin cancer remains the most common cancer in the United States, but early detection can make all the difference."
Feature Story IndieCraft at Mother Stewart’s Brewery

Regional craft beers and live bands: IndieCraft returns for its sixth year

Sarah SpohnWednesday, April 30, 2025
"A lot of festivalgoers always say it’s really cool for them to see the bands when they’re playing in a much more relaxed atmosphere before they get huge."
Feature Story The Westcott House's Executive Director Marta Wojcik lived in Poland and then Chicago before finding her way to the Champion City in 2005.

Westcott House executive director joins CreativeOhio’s inaugural Advocacy Leadership Institute

Brittany LantzWednesday, April 30, 2025
“The timing for Advocacy Leadership Institute could not be more urgent. As we speak, the agencies and resources that have helped organizations like ours accomplish the most incredible things face tremendous uncertainty.”
Feature Story Tours at Ferncliff focus on people who have shaped Springfield.

Ferncliff Trolley Tours offer a unique look at Springfield history

Brittany LantzThursday, April 24, 2025
“I think that, especially as people age, they start to recognize that history is about the people who made that history. It's about the people whose courage or ideals helped shape what happened to us.”
Feature Story Springfield City School District Earth Day

PHOTOS: Springfield students participate in Earth Day clean-up

Tuesday, April 22, 2025
In observance of Earth Day on April 22, students participated in community beautification projects.
Feature Story Winner of Best Truck at the Dick Ater Memorial Jaguar Jubilee Car Show in 2024.

Springfield-Clark Career Technology Center prepares to host Jaguar Jubilee Car Show

Brittany LantzThursday, April 17, 2025
“Every person who shows up plays a part in supporting our students’ futures, whether it’s through encouragement, donations, or simply showing appreciation for their work. It’s one of those feel-good, community-driven events that remind you how strong and connected we are here in Clark County.”
Feature Story Parents and students visiting Springfield schools during orientation.

4 ways Springfield City School District helps families prepare for preschool and kindergarten

Wil HoffmanWednesday, April 16, 2025
“It’s also teaching a parent how to be that first teacher. Our simple instructions allow them to work on this over the summer, so they’re much better prepared when they start school in the fall. By having some of those basic skills learned before preschool, they just do that much better.”
Development News Karlos L. Marshall and Moses B. Mbeseha, co-founders of The Conscious Connect.

Park advocacy continues with $400,000 grant

Brittany LantzFriday, April 4, 2025
The Conscious Connect CDC announced recently they were awarded a grant from the Prevention Institute to begin Phase 2 of their work addressing park inequity.  
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