Springfield, Ohio: A US city at the centre of a political furore over Haitian migrants cancelled its annual celebration of cultural diversity in response to days of violent threats that have closed schools and government offices.
Springfield’s two-day CultureFest, which highlights diversity, arts and culture, had been scheduled to begin on September 27, but was cancelled “in light of recent threats and safety concerns”, the city announced.
Racist rumours have been spreading online about the town of Springfield, Ohio.Credit: AP
“We deeply regret having to cancel CultureFest, as we know it is a beloved event for our community,” city manager Bryan Heck said in a statement. “However, the safety of our residents and visitors must come first.”
Springfield has been the focus of intense attention after former president Donald Trump, his running mate J.D. Vance, and the …