The Ohio grandma racing to help Haitian parents protect children as more deportations near
In Springfield, a city transformed by Haitian immigrants, Casey Rollins says she feels like the “town crier” warning of a looming family separations crisis.
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Springfield faces ‘humanitarian crisis’ as Haitian TPS termination puts 1300 children in limbo
Nearly 1,300 children in the Midwest town face instability, food insecurity and foster care as their Haitian parents brace for deportation, leaders said during a tense town hall Thursday.
Springfield’s 2026 Citizens Government Academy opens applications
The 10-week program goes behind the scenes of city government and starts on January 20.
Crafting for a Cause: Turning creativity into compassion
Craft Shows for a Cause hosts craft marketplaces to support local nonprofits and craft vendors, including Fall at the Fairgrounds Craft Show on Oct. 25 and 26.
Clark County Land Bank showcases new affordable homes
The Clark County Land Bank invited community members to tour newly constructed affordable homes on East Liberty Street.
United Way of Clark, Champaign, and Madison Counties raises more than $1.2 million
“When community members invest in our mission, they help neighbors of all ages and backgrounds overcome barriers to stability and success. Eighty-five cents of every dollar goes directly toward meeting local needs, which allows us to deliver maximum support where it matters most.”
On-The-Rise’s farm-based program aims to teach a range of life skills
Located outside Springfield, nonprofit organization On-The-Rise offers a farm-based program that aims to provide “underserved” youths with life skills that will help them now and in the future.
Literacy is foundational: The Clark County Literacy Coalition is addressing literacy for all ages
“We have a lot of people in our community right now who have the education, have the experience, have the skills, have the life experience that could be in some of the jobs that we need in manufacturing, but they don't speak English well enough to get those jobs – that's a literacy issue.”
Juneteenth Fatherfest returns for 20th year
“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.”
Summer Tour Series explores architecture, design, and history in the Greater Springfield Region
The Summer Tour Series from the Westcott Center for Architecture + Design is kicking off its 2025 series on May 24.
Springfield faces ‘humanitarian crisis’ as Haitian TPS termination puts 1300 children in limbo
Nearly 1,300 children in the Midwest town face instability, food insecurity and foster care as their Haitian parents brace for deportation, leaders said during a tense town hall Thursday.
Springfield’s 2026 Citizens Government Academy opens applications
The 10-week program goes behind the scenes of city government and starts on January 20.
Crafting for a Cause: Turning creativity into compassion
Craft Shows for a Cause hosts craft marketplaces to support local nonprofits and craft vendors, including Fall at the Fairgrounds Craft Show on Oct. 25 and 26.
Clark County Land Bank showcases new affordable homes
The Clark County Land Bank invited community members to tour newly constructed affordable homes on East Liberty Street.
United Way of Clark, Champaign, and Madison Counties raises more than $1.2 million
“When community members invest in our mission, they help neighbors of all ages and backgrounds overcome barriers to stability and success. Eighty-five cents of every dollar goes directly toward meeting local needs, which allows us to deliver maximum support where it matters most.”
On-The-Rise’s farm-based program aims to teach a range of life skills
Located outside Springfield, nonprofit organization On-The-Rise offers a farm-based program that aims to provide “underserved” youths with life skills that will help them now and in the future.
Literacy is foundational: The Clark County Literacy Coalition is addressing literacy for all ages
“We have a lot of people in our community right now who have the education, have the experience, have the skills, have the life experience that could be in some of the jobs that we need in manufacturing, but they don't speak English well enough to get those jobs – that's a literacy issue.”
Juneteenth Fatherfest returns for 20th year
“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.”
Summer Tour Series explores architecture, design, and history in the Greater Springfield Region
The Summer Tour Series from the Westcott Center for Architecture + Design is kicking off its 2025 series on May 24.
