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Thursday, January 1st, 2026
Good morning, Dayton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Humane Society of Greater Dayton broke its pet adoption record with over 2,900 animals finding new homes as of December 30. The shelter credits dedicated staff (and volunteers) for helping it surpass the 2024 total of 2,491 adoptions. WYSO
- ➤ The Humane Society of Greater Dayton broke its record with 2,910 pet adoptions in 2025, a 16.8% increase from 2024. It fostered over 1,500 animals using 205,000 program hours and completed more than 9,000 spay-neuter procedures to help control pet overpopulation. Dayton 24/7 Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Poppets Coffee is set to open its new location tomorrow (Jan. 2) from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The celebration includes a morning yoga session and an evening comedy show by Gem City Comedy. Dayton937.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Google released its 2025 trending searches for Dayton that showed local interest in music, sports jerseys and event tickets, with top queries including Taylor Swift's song Wood + NBA YoungBoy's tour search and a focus on Cincinnati Bengals jerseys. Spectrum News 1
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Ohio Department of Commerce announced that the minimum wage for non-tipped workers rises to $11—marking a 2.8 percent increase—and that new thresholds will apply to businesses with over $405,000 in annual receipts; the rate for 14- and 15-year-old workers remains at $7.25. Dayton 24/7 Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ People discarding live-cut Christmas trees should remove all decorations and drop them off at the North Pool Boat Ramp at Caesar Creek State Park in Waynesville until Friday, Jan. 16. The trees will be recycled to create brush piles and fish habitat (benefiting wildlife and sport fish). Dayton Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Vandalia Fire launches a new squad program today at 7 a.m. to handle non-life-threatening 911 calls like lift assists and chirping detectors, so full units continue to address fires and car crashes. WHIO-TV
- ➤ On Dec. 31, 2025, the city commission voted against a zoning request for Flying Ace Express Car Wash to convert a vacant Rite Aid property on Wilmington Ave and Patterson Rd in Belmont, with neighbors saying the project would add too much traffic to a quiet street. Dayton Daily News
- ➤ On New Year's Eve, Montgomery County launched the ArriveSafe program to curb DUIs by providing free Uber vouchers from local events (starting at 6 p.m.). County officials urged residents to avoid drinking and driving while police increased patrols following rising enforcement contacts. Dayton 24/7 Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, Greene County health officials confirmed a pediatric flu death in a previously healthy teen aged between 15 and 17, marking the season's first case. They urged caregivers to watch for severe symptoms like trouble breathing (a sign to seek prompt care). WHIO-TV
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Game Jam Workshop
4:30-9:00 PM — Beavercreek Donatos Party Room — Join for pizza and mini-game development in a fun weekend of creativity.
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Coffee & Chat Meetup
10-11:30 a.m. — Purebred Coffee Co. — Free entry — Enjoy relaxed conversation and community building over a cup of coffee.
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Dayton Battle of the Bands - Week 1
7 PM - 10 PM — The Brightside Music & Event Venue — Series pass required — Experience the electrifying first night of local band battles showcasing alternative and rock music.
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Dayton & Cincinnati RV Show
12 PM – 4 PM — Roberts Centre — Free entry — Explore family-friendly RVs and rescue adorable bulldogs at this pet-friendly event.
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Dayton Ohio Eurogamers Meetup
6:30-11:55 p.m. — Bell, Book & Comic — Free entry — Gather for an evening of board games, welcoming both beginners and experts alike.
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LyGrace Journaling Club
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Dayton Metro Library - West Branch — Free entry — Explore personal growth through journaling with community support and guided activities.
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The DEADSTOCK Trot 5K
5-7 p.m. — Riverscape Metropark — Registration Fee Applies — Challenge yourself with a 5K run from the DEADSTOCK brand, fueled by Celsius Energy Drink.
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The Art of Healing Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Art Has No Rules — Registration required — Engage in a creative wellness experience combining mental health awareness, color therapy, and artistic expression to relieve stress and build confidence.
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LaunchPad Entrepreneurial Event
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Benham's Grove — Free entry — Connect, learn, and grow with the Dayton entrepreneurial community through expert-led sessions and networking.
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Ohayocon Anime Convention
Jan 30 - Feb 1 — Dayton Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate all things anime at this vibrant three-day convention filled with fans, panels, and cosplay.
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