Running training program available

NORTH HAMPTON

Run for God training begins March 25

The North Hampton Community Church, 100 Community Drive, will start a “Run for God” program at 9:30 a.m. Sunday.

The class will take beginners from walking to running a 5K in 12 weeks. Training will be at 6 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the church. The program is open to the public. For more information, call Tony Tucker at (937) 215-5680. STAFF REPORT

SPRINGFIELD

Play Scrabble to help literacy center

The Altrusa International Club of Springfield will host its Scrabble Scramble for Literacy on March 17 at the Warder Literacy Center, 137 E. High St. Doors open at noon and games will begin at 1:15 p.m.

The fundraiser is an unsanctioned Scrabble event. The three categories of competition are a two-player team playing as one, a single adult and a single student.

The cost is $20 per person or $10 for students ages 10 to 25. Spectator fee is $10.

Call (937) 323-8617 or (937) 964-8712 or visit www.clark countyliteracy.org for more information. STAFF REPORT

SPRINGFIELD

Historical Society hosts program

The Clark County Historical Society will host “A Cry For Justice” from 7 to 8:30 p.m. March 13 in the Crabill Discovery Hall at the Heritage Center of Clark County.

There will be a book signing and presentation by Dr. Gary Agee, author of “A Cry For Justice: Daniel Rudd and His Life in Black Catholicism, Journalism, and Activism.”

The event is free. Call (937) 324-0657 for more information. STAFF REPORT

springfield

Group will honor community members

Frontiers International Inc., Springfield Chapter, along with the Coordinating Council, will honor community members at an appreciation luncheon scheduled for 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 10 at Quality Inn, 383 E. Leffel Lane.

The group will honor the Rev. Eli Williams, co-founder and director of Urban Light Ministries Inc., and the Christian Friendship Circle, a group of women from eight local churches and parishes.

Tickets are $25 and can be purchased by calling (937) 926-0031 or (937) 215-6906. STAFF REPORT

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