Good morning, Dayton.

Omega CDC will soon launch its subsidiary RISE Northwest Development Corporation to boost affordable housing and business opportunities in Northwest Dayton.

Residents are invited to monthly meetings (volunteer opportunities available) to join the revitalization effort.

Dayton’s Second Street Market welcomes visitors on frosty Fridays for a mix of holiday shopping and local bites.

Reporters spoke with longtime vendors like Mrs. Ernestine who highlighted how the market celebrates family tradition and community spirit.

Spirit EMS announced Tuesday that its Memorial Medic ambulance will display veteran reporter Steve Baker’s photo (a tribute to his decades-long service in sharing local news) to honor his legacy.

Baker’s funeral was held Tuesday in Troy.

On Tuesday, Jan. 6 (7:39 p.m.), an RTA bus driver noticed a house fire while on his route and quickly took action until emergency crews arrived.

Hawthorn Aero is now the rebranded home for three CRG spinoffs, merging Spintech Holdings, Smart Tooling and Hawthorn Composites to offer more integrated aerospace and defense solutions in Dayton.

The move boosts local employment to nearly 100, up from 23 earlier in 2025.

A Colorado contractor, 413 Works, has applied to the Dayton Region Priority Development and Advocacy Committee for over $20.5 million to develop a secure conference space that will support military, defense and aerospace operations and be available for lease by government and industry partners.

Local gas prices average $2.69 and remain unchanged by tensions in Venezuela, according to GasBuddy experts, while trucking companies like Home Run Inc. watch diesel costs closely + rising freight rates.

Franklin City Schools is holding a special meeting today at 5 p.m. at the Franklin High School Media Center (140 E.

6th St.) to discuss potential tax levy options after voters rejected a 1% income tax in November.

Clark County will start building a $108 million public safety center to benefit the community for years — a $10 million monument will be installed to honor Dayton as the birthplace of aviation.

Rep. Turner’s working group, which includes city and county leaders, calls for more social services, police presence, and enforcement in downtown to boost safety.

The group urges a data-driven census of unhoused residents and a commission resolution at today’s meeting — planning a temporary substation for March.

Residents were urged to prioritize preventative health screenings as they set New Year goals.

Dr. Joseph Allen from Premier Health (who outlined recommended screening schedules by age) encouraged updating care routines if check-ups had been missed.

Health officials reported over 1,465 flu hospitalizations statewide during the week of Dec.

27 (a more than 300% rise in Flu A cases locally) and hospitals will monitor cases until the end of Feb while urging anyone with symptoms to stay home.

Local expert Sheri Sword from the Better Business Bureau shared straightforward tips on organizing for the New Year.

Her advice aims to help Dayton residents simplify their resolutions and manage the start of the year.

Coffee & Chat Meetup

10-11:30 a.m. — Purebred Coffee Co. — Free entry — Enjoy relaxed conversation and community building over a cup of coffee.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Groundhog Day Celebration at The Boonshoft Museum

10-11 a.m. — Boonshoft Museum of Discovery — Regular museum admission — Enjoy predictions from Walnut the Hedgehog and family-friendly activities including crafts and animal interactions.