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Neighborhood Housing Partnership Assists with Needed Home Repairs

When homeowners can't afford necessary repairs, the Neighborhood Housing Partnership can help.

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YouScience program helps students identify career paths, local opportunities

The Greater Springfield Partnership is using the YouScience program to connect local students with local employers to improve talent retention within Clark County.

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Self-guided tours offer a new, fun way to experience Downtown Springfield

The Lenski Walk and the Downtown Design Find offer unique ways to discover Downtown Springfield.

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Southside Squeeze ramps up efforts after Springfield Hustles win

2020's Springfield Hustles winner Southside Squeeze brings a fresh taste to the local food truck scene.

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Springfield Museum of Art marks 75th Annual Juried Members' Exhibition

Plan your visit to the Springfield Museum of Arts' 75th Annual Juried Members' Exhibition.

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Minority Business Network strives to build connections, grow awareness

The Minority Business Network is working to help local minority business owners build connections with community partners and gain knowledge about next steps of growing their businesses.

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Warder Literacy Center a valuable asset to kids, adults

Warder Literacy Center helps kids and adults grow their literacy and speaking skills.

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Ohio women credit second chance education and support for successful reentry to society

As the pandemic pushed incarcerated people out the prison door, many rallied with hand up services including legal, housing, counseling, workforce training and jobs.

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CommonsFest will combine former MarketFest and Business Expo

Businesses large and small, services, startups and more will be set up at CommonsFest for an afternoon of networking and entertainment.

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Champions Park: The Clark County Fair and so much more

As Champions Park looks toward growth, the focus on historical roots and agriculture remains strong.

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Pretzelmaker to move to Downtown Springfield

With the closing of the Upper Valley Mall, Pretzelmaker will move Downtown to serve up their much-loved food, drinks, and a new treat.

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Checks and Balances: Join us for this important Civics Essential virtual discussion

The virtual panel will cover the biggest issue yet: How do we balance power?

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Performing Arts Center returns to in-person shows for 2021-22 season

In-person performances will be back at the Clark State Performing Arts Center this year.

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Shawn Flarida prepares to make a second go at The Run for a Million

Horse reining pro Shawn Flarida calls Clark County home, but travels far and wide to continue growing in the profession he loves.

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Jefferson Street Oasis Garden provides fresh produce, more to residents of southwest Springfield

Community members of all ages make use of all areas of the Jefferson Street Oasis Garden and gain everything from produce to fresh eggs and fresh air to green space.

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COhatch to host throwback grand opening celebration

Head back to the future at COhatch's 80s-themed throwback grand opening party.

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Champion City Kings stir up hometown pride

Springfield's Champion City Kings offer another form of fun, affordable, local entertainment.

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Summer Arts Festival boasts free entertainment while boosting local involvement, tourism

Springfield's summertime tradition - the Summer Arts Festival - is back with live concerts, theater performances and more.

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Checks and Balances: Our final Civics Essential event

The virtual panel will cover the biggest issue yet: How do we balance power?

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Backpack drive hosted by COhatch going strong

There's still time to donate a backpack to support local military families.