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Diane Erwin

Diane Erwin is a freelance writer and former reporter for the Springfield News-Sun. A graduate of Ohio State University, her articles have appeared in a number of publications in Springfield and Dayton. In addition to her journalism background, she has worked in marketing and written copy for businesses throughout the country. In her spare time, she likes to read, dream about Schuler’s donuts, and travel near and far with her husband and two children.
 

Diane Erwin's Latest Articles

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Ferncliff Pet Cemetery

“Being able to take care of every member of the family is important, because pets are so important”

Sully Jaymes park Memorial Celebration Day
People, Parks, and Power: The Conscious Connect Completes Second Year of P3 Grant

Looking Back at Major Accomplishments and Going Forward with Gusto

Broadening horizons in a big way at Springfield High School

Equitable access to gainful education at Springfield High School available through Pathways Program. 

People, Parks, Power: Patrons say accessibility, amenities, programs, safety are important to them

Many respondents to a recent P3 survey focusing on park accessibility, amenities, programming and safety also said that different or improved amenities would convince them to use nearby parks more often. Increased safety, as well as access or proximity, was important to many, too.

Asian-American cuisine, craft cocktails, and Count Basie: Hi-Hat Social will have it all

“Downtown Springfield is in a resurgence phase, and we’re here to share fresh ideas with all our friends,” says Andrew Lazear, of Hi-Hat, a new restaurant that will feature  contemporary Asian-American cuisine, classic craft cocktails, notable music and a listening lounge in downtown Springfield.

The Ferncliff Fence has 4,800 Facebook Friends. ‘Some fences have just got it,’ the fence says.

In an exclusive interview, The Hub Springfield talks with the Ferncliff Fence about its wandering ways, witty social media posts about the area's brightest spots, and all those followers. 

Springfield’s IndieCraft is back with deep lineup and an additional venue

“To my mind, this is the best and deepest lineup we’ve ever had,” says Chris Schutte, vice president of destination marketing and communications for the Greater Springfield Partnership. He's talking about IndieCraft 2024, coming up May 24-25 downtown. 

Artful Play: Springfield Museum of Art program teaches preschoolers the fun of creativity

The Artful Play program at the Springfield Museum of Art welcomes about 150 individual preschoolers to the museum for a series of repeat visits each school year. The visits often mark a child’s first time visiting an art museum.

Funding can only go so far when it comes to improving local parks. That makes for tough decisions.

Funds dedicated to local parks are earmarked for specific purposes, making them in short supply for many projects desired by residents and community groups.

Here’s where to view the April 8 total solar eclipse in Springfield

Clark County falls within the line of totality and will see complete darkness for 2 minutes and 37 seconds beginning at 3:10 p.m. The eclipse will begin at 1:54 p.m. in Springfield and the totality will start at 3:10 p.m.

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