did you know that thousands of Haitians have moved to Springfield Ohio it all started with job opportunities and low living costs businesses in Springfield needed workers and Haitians many of whom were already authorized to work heard the news and came in large numbers but this rapid influx has strained resources like housing health care and schools causing some tension in the city despite the challenges Springfield's government is working on Solutions offering language classes and driving courses to help newcomers adapt as the immigration debate heats up in National politics Springfield remains a focal point for understanding both the benefits and challenges of immigration