Community Development

A view inside some recent events at The State Theater

Get an inside look at The State Theater during some of the first events hosted in the site.

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People, Parks, Power: What Davey Moore Park means to Springfield’s Southside

Davey Moore Park is one example of meaningful greenspace in Springfield's Southside. The park has been a hub of activity for generations and continues to bring the community together.

Champion City Youth Rally planned to engage, empower local youth leaders

Clark County Partners in Prevention and Clark State have partnered to host the first Champion city Youth Rally.

People, Parks, Power: How South Side in Bloom is more than a typical tour

South Side in Bloom features a variety of greenspaces in Springfield's Southside, offering a look into the ways uplifting these spaces can uplift a community.

How Stuff Gets Built panelists: top l to r - Carl Sterner and Sheri Scott; bottom row l to r - Rick Meyer, Steve Kenat and Doug Kramer
How Stuff Gets Built: An Architecture Matters Panel Discussion

If you’re curious about what gets built and how projects are designed and developed—whether the house next door, a mixed-use building in your neighborhood business district, or big projects downtown—this is the program for you.

Warder Literacy Center to offer language learning nights

Talking, games and music will help encourage language learning at upcoming Talk Time Conversation Classes at Warder.

Chad Druckenbroad brings new restaurant, market to Downtown

Local Chef Chad Druckenbroad will soon be opening Charlo's Provisions & Eatery along Fountain Avenue.

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.

Panelists l. to r. Vanessa Perkins, CATCH court program, Franklin County; Rick Massatti, Ohio Dept. of Mental Health and Addiction Services; and Robin Bozian, project managing attorney with SE Ohio Legal Services in Athens
Test your civics knowledge: virtual events are back

Throughout June and July, Ohio Civics Essential will host panelists and foster discussions about opioids, marijuana laws, and checks and balances. The events are free and open to the public.

Kevin Rose finds his passion, builds his career in Springfield

Kevin Rose has dedicated his career to the preservation and development of Springfield.

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