Potholes Costing Drivers Big Bucks | Dayton News

Dayton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

Springfield’s roads are crumbling, turning daily commutes into financial disasters as potholes rip through tires, shred gas tanks, and force drivers to dodge hazards just to get from point A to B. Residents like Heather Swearingen are holding damaged parts together with straps while repair costs pile up—no one’s immune. From Selma Road to North Limestone, these aren’t side streets but lifelines, now littered with danger. With new tires getting destroyed and shops refusing to cover repairs, the city’s infrastructure crisis is hitting wallets and safety hard—with no clear fix in sight. Listen…