Hi Springfield, we made it to Thursday! In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Screech owl release, burgers and brews, and new regional transit stops + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Strong finish at qualifying: Neal Shipley and Zac Blair shared medalist honors at 2026 U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Springfield Country Club on June 8, with Horschel, Hardy, Wu, and Snedeker one shot back -- read the full recap.
Project moves past delays: Urbana’s Planning Commission approved Richwood Bank’s plan for 301 and 313 South Main after historic-status questions stalled it, clearing the project to move through the city’s development process -- follow the bank project ahead.
Expanding regional transit options: GoBus added new stops in Urbana and Bellefontaine, expanding a route linking northwest and southwest Ohio. Springfield-area riders can reach Ohio’s major metros any day, with further additions under evaluation -- see the new transit stops.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Flavor remix, anyone? If your week needs a plot twist, Food Fusion Restaurant blends Mexican and American flavors with tender steaks and legit craft cocktails, all in a lively, family-run vibe built for catching up with friends. Consider it your easy Springfield night solved.
Curated finds, zero fluff: Laywell Furniture and Oddities is your local plug for character-filled pieces that make Springfield spaces shine, from sturdy mid-century dressers to quirky conversation starters you didn't know you needed. Inventory flips fast, prices feel friendly, and the finds make your place look less "apartment starter kit" and more "I have stories."
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04 — Our recommendations
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05 — The event calendar Springfield for grown upsThe best events and nightlife experiences for adults this week. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🍔 Burgers & Brews @ Mother Stewart's Brewing | Thursday (6/11) at 5:00 PM – Take a midweek victory lap, because Burgers & Brews is back at Mother Stewart's. Thursday nights mean smash burgers, crisp pints, and the kind of patio chatter that beats wrestling with your stove. Easy, tasty, and gloriously low effort, just how we like it.
🍺 Books & Beer @ Sunshine Book Nook (Urbana) | Thursday (6/11) at 6:30 PM – Like the idea of a book club without the homework? This relaxed, drop-in chat pairs whatever you’re reading with a local beer, then stirs in easy conversation with fellow Urbana bookworms. No pressure, no quizzes, just stories, pints, and pleasantly opinionated company.
🎨 Fri-yay Night Out Paint Party @ Heritage Center of Clark County | Friday (6/12) at 6:30 PM – If your idea of living dangerously is swapping Netflix for a canvas, this Fri-yay paint party delivers the thrill. All supplies, instruction, and patient coaching are included. No experience needed, just bring your inner Bob Ross and a sense of humor about happy accidents.
🎸 Matt Clarkson Band @ Springfield Ohio Elks Lodge | Friday (6/12) at 7:00 PM – Nothing beats a night at the Elks with a tight live band, and the Matt Clarkson Band is here to keep it honest. Open to the public, so no secret handshake required, just a few bucks for the cover, your dancing shoes, and good company.
🎬 Citizen Kane @ Tuck-N-Red's (Yellow Springs) | Friday (6/12) at 7:00 PM – If your ears miss real guitars, Citizen Kane brings a headline set to Tuck N Reds, here in Yellow Springs, on the Never The Machine Tour. British metal swagger meets American grit, loud, aggressive, and no-frills, for fans who remember Saliva, Trapt, and stage volume.
🪟 Pick Your Stained Glass Project @ La Petite Pomme Glassworks (London) | Saturday (6/13) at 10:00 AM – La Petite Pomme Glassworks on South Main is letting you pick from four stained glass projects and walk out with a sun-catcher that looks intentional. Pieces are pre-cut, instruction is friendly, and you can learn the basics or flex those shop class skills, supplies included.
😂 Ocomedy Night June 17th @ O'Conners Irish Pub | Wednesday (6/17) at 7:00 PM – O’Conners is bringing back Ocomedy Night on June 17, saving you the joy of freeway construction and parking roulette. Expect sharp local comics, a pint or two, and the kind of belly laughs that count as ab work. Ten bucks, zero travel, maximum smug. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — Announcement In case you missed itWe opened The Insiders’ Club last week and hundreds of folks have already joined (seriously… can’t thank you enough!!). For a few bucks a month, The Club gives you every newsletter ad-free on your schedule, plus members-only updates to help you stay connected to your community. The Weekly Events Roundup is my favorite feature. You get one email a week with all the best events and nothing else cluttering it up. Want only that? Skip the daily emails and turn the rest off. Join the club → |
07 — The Springfield report Weather forecastToday — High: 90°F — Low: 72°F — Precip: 36%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 9am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Southwest wind around 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southwest wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tomorrow — High: 83°F — Low: 61°F — Precip: 29%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. West wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: Clear, with a low around 61. This house is wildThe Grandin by Fischer Homes blends style and flexibility with a soaring two-story family room, sun-splashed morning room, and open kitchen anchored by a generous island. A rear flex space can become a guest suite or pocket office, while upstairs offers five bedrooms, a laundry room, and a serene owner’s suite with luxe bath options.
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